By Mike Greenblatt, Goldmine Magazine Rachel Therrien loves her flugelhorn. Connie Han says her music is “tough, primal, raw but still intellectually engaging.” Ben Rice and RB Stone are ‘out … Read More
By Chris Spector, Midwest Records ANDY MILNE & UNISON/reMission: Nothing like beating cancer to make you rethink your career goals. The piano man beat the big C, refocused his efforts … Read More
By Mike Jurkovic, All About Jazz A hot organ intro accompanies the simple, fifty-two second, folk-dance breeze of “Folks Jam” before sweeping you into the grander, ballroom dance that is … Read More
By Downbeat Trumpeter/flugelhornist Rachel Therrien’s collected 15 original compositions for VENA (Bonsaï), which is set for release March 27. “The letter V is significant to me. I was struck by … Read More
Winning Spins by George Kanzler What’s notable about the two albums here is that both are distinguished by excellent ensemble execution, appealing arrangements, cogent solos and way-above-average originals. They also … Read More
Rising Star Trumpeter Rachel Therrien To Release 5th Album VENA on March 27, 2020 (Bonsaï) Lead Single: “V For Vena” Out Today! Release shows: 3/24: Dizzy’s Club, Jazz at Lincoln … Read More
Sébastien Hélary, NextBop Working Between New York and Montreal, French-Canadian trumpeter and composer Rachel Therrien released her fourth album, Why Don’t You Try, last year on the Multiple Chord Music label. … Read More
George Kanzler, Hot House
Raul da Gama, Latin Jazz Network Trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, Rachel Therrien already boasts an enviable CV. Known for her very personal signature, she has developed a reputation as a … Read More
