New York City Jazz Record, May 2022 Vox News article, mention of Kristen Lee Sergeant’s Falling – Page 11 Review by Russ Musto – Alex ‘Apolo’ Ayala – Bámbula – Page 14 Recommended New Releases Column by Andrey Henkin – Dave Brubeck Trio – Live From Vienna 1967 – Page 14 Review by Phil Freeman … Read More
Marilyn Lester
REVIEWS: Steven Feifke, Lauren Lee and Allan Harris Reviewed by Theater Pizzazz
by Marilyn Lester, Theater Pizzazz There’s no shortage of recorded music being released these days, and so much of it is deserving of at least a mention in the absence of a full-scale review. Here’s a rundown of several CDs that are well worth exploring. Read it here.
REVIEW: Melinda Rose Rodriguez at Birdland / Cabaret Scenes
By Marilyn Lester, Cabaret Scenes There’s a certain thrill to be had when emerging young talent comes on the scene. Such was the case with 24-year-old Melinda Rose Rodriguez, making her Birdland debut with original songs and standards. Rodriguez has a clear, bright tone—a quality reminiscent of Jane Monheit, one of her mentors. She’s by … Read More



