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The Rhythm Section is All That's Needed
Black History Month at the University of Southern California featured the talented David Arnay trio.
Black History month wrapped up on February 28th, 2010 with many celebrated events. The community at the University of Southern California's Alfred Newman Recital Hall presented a
tantalizing spirit of musical bliss to honor glorious music and the
musicians that made it…
Added by Kim Vinson on March 10, 2010 at 5:22pm — No Comments
No Bass? No Waste! - The Bill Cunliffe Trio
The Bill Cunliffe Trio performed an array of original compositions interwoven with a few well known Jazz Standards and Straight Ahead Jazz. Bill Cunliffe is a musician that is a remarkable Pianist but this afternoon he was… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on December 11, 2009 at 12:47pm — No Comments
Bravo! Gustavo!!!
As I moved among the large crowds into the entrance of the Hollywood Bowl there was a great surge of energy. The good kind just prior to when you know something great is about to occur. It’s akin to a prelude of experiencing a fantastic meal or witnessing history in the making.
Gustavo Dudamel - Los Angeles Philharmonic's Conductor was making his Debut on the stage… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on November 20, 2009 at 10:54am — No Comments
Jazz at the A Frame -Tribute to Carol Ward
The angels must be swinging fast and hard to Gabriel's trumpet along with Heaven's rhythm section above with Ms. Carol Ward smiling and in time with them. An audience of friends gathered on October 18th, 2009 to give honor to one of the kindest and coolest devotees to music - Carol Ward.
Carol assisted Betty Hoover with the monthly Jazz Events at Jazz at the A frame in Hollywood,… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on November 2, 2009 at 5:56pm — No Comments
The Creatively Constant Collective
Stormy Monday was doused with a fire of passion, beauty, and joy on October 5, 2009 in a secluded studio in Glendale by Networks Concert.
Scott Willis was our host for the evening.
The venue was filled with avid aficionados and aficionadas to support the Nick Mancini Collective.
Nick Mancini - Vibes and Percussion that varied in… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on October 29, 2009 at 10:30am — 1 Comment
Spiritual Connective Jazz - The Pyramid Central
It’s a dimly lit space. A few people are gathered. A warm and very thoughtful host meets you as you enter at the front door. "Good Evening, Welcome to the World Stage". He smiles. The same gentleman would later share a wealth of knowledge in regards to history of the World Stage, Leimert Park, and Jazz Roots.
The musicians are completing their set up… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on September 18, 2009 at 11:17am — No Comments
Snooky! Take Us To The Unfeigned "Rhythm & Blues"
Los Angeles County Museum of Art LACMA as it fondly called gave a special recognition to the legendary musician, Eugene "Snooky" Young - Trumpeter on September 11. 2009. Snooky is the "Master of the plunger" a mute used by trumpeters everywhere. This mute allows the musician to create all sorts of sounds and affects in his music.
Mr. Young… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on September 14, 2009 at 5:52pm — No Comments
Back To School Moves
Here we are at the end of August and for many a back to school groove. The 21st of August brought more unseasonal but nice cool weather at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art -Friday Night Jazz Series. The stage was well fired up with the Ben Wendel
Added by Kim Vinson on August 31, 2009 at 12:40pm — No Comments
Oh Yeah!!! We're Ready For The Friendship Flight
There was a spectacular departure that took off from Crowne Plaza's Lounge, only minutes away from the Los Angeles International Airport known to most of us as simply (LAX) with Fuasi Khaliq and his roaring yet beautiful ensemble on July 31.
They presented a series of in flight adventures for those interested in excitement, ecstasy, and excellent execution of innovative compositions.
The band consisted of the… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on August 18, 2009 at 8:50am — No Comments
Mixed Bag of Jazz for the 20th Anniversary of the World Stage
On Sunday, August 9, 2009 we all gave thanks and tribute to Billy Higgins, and other artists that have transitioned on over the past year. We also gathered to… Continue
Added by Kim Vinson on August 15, 2009 at 5:44pm — No Comments
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