Cyrus Chestnut talks about his gospel beginnings, musical influences, Betty Carter and musician arrogance.
Cyrus Chestnut: From the Church to the Bandstand
iRockJazz video interview with pianist
Related Posts
JT Track Premiere: “Manhã de Carnaval (Take 1, Set 3)” by the Vince Guaraldi Trio
Sixty years ago, pianist/composer Vince Guaraldi (1928-1976) released the album that would make him a star (and a Grammy Award winner): Jazz Impressions of Black … Read More “JT Track Premiere: “Manhã de Carnaval (Take 1, Set 3)” by the Vince Guaraldi Trio”
JT Video Premiere: “Vanity” by Sara Gazarek
JazzTimes is honored to present the premiere of the video for “Vanity” by singer Sara Gazarek. Written by Guy Wood (music), Jack Manus and Bernard … Read More “JT Video Premiere: “Vanity” by Sara Gazarek”
Kim Nalley Band with Houston Person plus special guest Maria Muldaur
Kim Nalley Band with Houston Person plus special guest Maria Muldaur Dr. Kim Nalley holds a Ph.D. in history from UC Berkeley with an emphasis … Read More “Kim Nalley Band with Houston Person plus special guest Maria Muldaur”
Dave Slonaker – Dave Slonaker Big Band
Composer and arranger Dave Slonaker believes that we are in a new Golden Age of creativity for big bands and large ensemble jazz, and considering … Read More “Dave Slonaker – Dave Slonaker Big Band”