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Ahmad Jamal and Vijay Iyer's new CDs fineAhmad Jamal and Vijay Iyer's new CDs fine displays of invention, intuitionDenver PostJamal's keyboard touch is as distinctive as, say, Sonny Rollins' sax tone. It's a shame that he isn't celebrated more. After all, who else can transform a moldy piece of cheese like "Blue Moon" itself into a joyful 10-minute exploration?Posted on 27 May 2012 | 7:10 am
Memories of the mystical Miles - ColumbiaMemories of the mystical MilesColumbia Daily TribunePlaying the more soulful, blues-oriented and somewhat stridently paced music, he worked often with drummer Art Blakey, tenor saxophonists Sonny Rollins and John Coltrane, pianist Tommy Flanagan and other now-iconic figures. In spite of the music's full ...and more »
Posted on 27 May 2012 | 7:09 am
Photo Shoot: A Day In The Life of HaverstrawPhoto Shoot: A Day In The Life of HaverstrawNyackNewsAndViewsFollowing that he worked with Chet Baker and jazz legend Sonny Rollins with whom he toured the United States and Europe. Bill, is an internationally recognized composer and has written for television including a documentary about Latin Jazz legend, ...
Posted on 27 May 2012 | 3:18 am
Festivals guide 2012 listings: jazz, blues,Festivals guide 2012 listings: jazz, blues, funk and soul festivalsThe Guardian... London What The capital's largest annual music event Who Salif Keita, Lucinda Williams, Sonny Rollins How much From £10-£70 When 13-21 July Where Various venues, Manchester What Wide range of styles on offer – most of it free Who Mr Scruff, ...
Posted on 25 May 2012 | 11:12 pm
Live at the Jazz Kitchen: Twelve-Tet -Live at the Jazz Kitchen: Twelve-TetIndianapolis StarA: Sonny Rollins at the Madame Walker theater. David Young, an accomplished saxophonist who has since passed on, and I went to the performance and talked saxophone all night. Sonny was a monster. Q: Do you think Indy's jazz scene is lacking, ...
Posted on 24 May 2012 | 6:05 am
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Ahmad Jamal and Vijay Iyer's new CDsAs I've mentioned before, just because anyone can record and market a CD doesn't mean that they should.Posted on 27 May 2012 | 7:15 am
Celebrating Miles Davis with QuotesWe're celebrating Miles Davis's birthday (May 26, 1926) with quotes about him and by him. All About Jazz senior writer c: R.J. DeLuke also compiled several from his past interviews with various ex-band members--and we included a salty one by Miles for good measure. If you know of a quote about Miles or one that can be attributed to him, please post it in the comments section below. I'll get us ...
Posted on 26 May 2012 | 6:20 am
Hitting the road this summer? Mix in someGet ready to hear the sounds of jazz in downtown Jacksonville this weekend. The annual Jazz Festival returns with some well-known artists. “The Jacksonville Jazz Festival promises world-class performances for families and friends throughout Memorial Day weekend,” said Mayor Alvin Brown.
Posted on 25 May 2012 | 1:34 pm
Jacksonville Jazz Festival Kicks OffGet ready to hear the sounds of jazz in downtown Jacksonville this weekend. The annual Jazz Festival returns with some well-known artists. “The Jacksonville Jazz Festival promises world-class performances for families and friends throughout Memorial Day weekend,” said Mayor Alvin Brown.
Posted on 23 May 2012 | 1:19 am
PERFORMANCE/TOUR: Underground"Amazing trap set playing!" a€'Sonny Rollins "Could be the ultimate crossover...of all time." a€'Victor Lewis, drummer/composer (Dexter Gordon, Woody Shaw, Stan Getz, etc.) "Richi is one of the baddest drummers on the planet, He throws down with pocket, swing and edge. listen to his NOWtet Plays Zep, a masterpiece. Richi got groove!" a€'Chris Calloway, singer/actress...
Posted on 21 May 2012 | 4:33 pm
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Sonny Rollins takes top honors at JazzSaxophone colossus Sonny Rollins isn't slowing down at age 80, winning musician of the year honors at the Jazz Awards.Posted on 11 June 2011 | 9:55 pm
Rollins at 80 still wows loyal jazz fans inTenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins — one of the last surviving legends of the golden era of jazz — has just turned 80. His hair is a burst of white, and he staggers a bit when he walks on stage.
Posted on 5 October 2010 | 12:57 am
Sonny Rollins, Maria Schneider win at jazzJazz legend Sonny Rollins and big-band leader Maria Schneider each were triple winners at the Jazz Awards, but it was 90-year-old pianist Hank Jones who struck the most sentimental chord.
Posted on 17 June 2009 | 9:02 pm
Wein works to preserve the Newport festivalFor the first time since he founded the Newport Jazz Festival, George Wein didn't have to sign any checks or worry about how the fickle weather might affect the bottom line. Instead, his biggest concern at the recent festival was whether he could keep up on piano with his Newport All-Stars band during their set on the main stage that preceded performances by Herbie Hancock and Sonny Rollins.
Posted on 4 September 2008 | 8:45 pm
Sonny Rollins to headline this year'sSaxophonist Sonny Rollins will headline this year's jazz festival in Newport, Rhode Island.
Posted on 7 May 2008 | 2:54 pm
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RT @cosmobaker: Look in the dictionary forRT @cosmobaker: Look in the dictionary for "BAD MOTHERFUCKER" & you'll see pics of both Sonny Rollins & Charles Mingus wearing mohawksPosted on 27 May 2012 | 7:27 pm
RT @cosmobaker: Look in the dictionary forRT @cosmobaker: Look in the dictionary for "BAD MOTHERFUCKER" & you'll see pics of both Sonny Rollins & Charles Mingus wearing mohawks
Posted on 27 May 2012 | 7:16 pm
RT @cosmobaker: Look in the dictionary forRT @cosmobaker: Look in the dictionary for "BAD MOTHERFUCKER" & you'll see pics of both Sonny Rollins & Charles Mingus wearing mohawks
Posted on 27 May 2012 | 7:11 pm
Look in the dictionary for "BADLook in the dictionary for "BAD MOTHERFUCKER" & you'll see pics of both Sonny Rollins & Charles Mingus wearing mohawks
Posted on 27 May 2012 | 7:11 pm
Sonny Rollins - The Freedom suiteSonny Rollins - The Freedom suite (complete): http://t.co/jKfEzGvl via @youtube
Posted on 27 May 2012 | 6:06 pm
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Cold Jazz: Peter BernsteinLately, he's been touring in Sonny Rollins' band. However, Bernstein also has been working more as a leader, a position he would like to occupy more often. This month Bernstein is leading a quartet in a week-long run at the ...Posted on 27 May 2012 | 7:22 pm
Sonny Rollins — East Broadway RunHere is a well-loved later pressing of Sonny Rollins' 1966 Impulse release East Broadway Run Down. I have found that these later red and black label pressings sound excellent, as do the originals. This copy has been around ...
Posted on 23 May 2012 | 11:24 pm
Re:Madeline Peyroux and Sonny RollinsJazz isn't my thing but... This weekend they are having the annual free jazz fest here (Jax., Fla.) and two of the performers are Sonny Rollins and Madeline Peyroux. Now I looked up Rollins and he sounds pretty interesting (in ...
Posted on 23 May 2012 | 5:11 pm
Martes 22 Mary Lou Williams Live At TheMartes 22 Mary Lou Williams Live At The Keystone Korner – Sonny Rollins And The Contemporary Leaders – Michael Adkins Rotator. Mary Lou Williams. Martes 22. Mary Lou Williams Live At The Keystone Korner – San Francisco, CA, May 8, ...
Posted on 22 May 2012 | 1:59 pm
Smada County: Sonny Rollins Trio -SBD recording from Tivolis Koncertsal, Copenhagen, Denmark, November 1st 1965, downloaded from Lossless Legs. Listen to 'Three Little Words' from this show below. Sonny Rollins - Tenor Sax, Niels Henning - Bass, ...
Posted on 21 May 2012 | 10:44 pm
