2020 Grammy Nominations Announced
The nominees for the 2020 Grammy Awards were announced Wednesday morning, Nov. 20. Pop stars like Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Beyoncé, Lizzo, and Taylor Swift … Read More “2020 Grammy Nominations Announced”
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JT Track Premiere: “The Pink Room” by mssv (Mike Baggetta, Stephen Hodges, Mike Watt)
JazzTimes is honored to present the premiere of “The Pink Room” by mssv, a new group consisting of guitarist Mike Baggetta, bassist Mike Watt (former … Read More “JT Track Premiere: “The Pink Room” by mssv (Mike Baggetta, Stephen Hodges, Mike Watt)”
First Speakers and Sessions Announced for Jazz Congress 2020
Today (Nov. 19), Jazz Congress 2020 announced its long-anticipated initial list of speakers and sessions. Among the musicians participating in the Jan. 13-14 event at … Read More “First Speakers and Sessions Announced for Jazz Congress 2020”
JT Track Premiere: “Speak” by Jana Herzen
JazzTimes is honored to present the premiere of “Speak” by Jana Herzen. The song is second in the running order on the singer/songwriter/guitarist’s new album … Read More “JT Track Premiere: “Speak” by Jana Herzen”
Hancock Competition Reveals 2019 Semifinalists
The Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Guitar Competition, scheduled for December 2 and 3 in Washington, D.C., has announced its 12 semifinalists. The semifinalists … Read More “Hancock Competition Reveals 2019 Semifinalists”
Monterey Jazz Festival Partners With Texas Southern University in Houston
The Monterey Jazz Festival (MJF) and Texas Southern University (TSU) in Houston have announced a new partnership. Launched in September during this year’s festival, when … Read More “Monterey Jazz Festival Partners With Texas Southern University in Houston”
Craft Recordings Announces Prestige 70 Podcast and Video Series
Craft Recordings has announced the launch of a new podcast and video series called Prestige 70 as part of the 70th-anniversary celebration of the legendary … Read More “Craft Recordings Announces Prestige 70 Podcast and Video Series”
David Sanborn Launches Digital Music Series with Trailer (VIDEO)
Thirty years ago, saxophonist and six-time Grammy Award winner David Sanborn hosted a late-night NBC program called Night Music that was one of the most … Read More “David Sanborn Launches Digital Music Series with Trailer (VIDEO)”
Variety Show Set to Celebrate Harlem Renaissance in Northern California
Featuring the music of Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday, Bessie Smith, and Ethel Waters as well as a nine-piece band with three dancers, Harlem … Read More “Variety Show Set to Celebrate Harlem Renaissance in Northern California”
Photos: 2019 BRIC JazzFest
From October 24 to 26, the BRIC JazzFest in Brooklyn celebrated its fifth anniversary in much the same way as its fourth and its third … Read More “Photos: 2019 BRIC JazzFest”
Jazz at Lincoln Center Announces Inaugural Jack Rudin Jazz Championship
Jazz at Lincoln Center has announced the launch of its inaugural Jack Rudin Jazz Championship, a two-day invitational competition featuring ensembles from 10 university jazz … Read More “Jazz at Lincoln Center Announces Inaugural Jack Rudin Jazz Championship”
Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice Receives $3 Million Donation
Berklee College of Music’s Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice, established in 2018, has received a $3 million donation to create the Terri Lyne Carrington … Read More “Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice Receives $3 Million Donation”
Illinois Jacquet Short Film Is Released on His Birthday (VIDEO)
The late tenor saxophonist and music educator Illinois Jacquet’s 97th birthday was on October 31, and in honor of the occasion, the nonprofit educational foundation … Read More “Illinois Jacquet Short Film Is Released on His Birthday (VIDEO)”
Joshua Redman Rejoins Faculty at Stanford University
The environs of Stanford University clearly agree with tenor saxophonist and composer Joshua Redman. An alumnus of its summer jazz camp and a former faculty … Read More “Joshua Redman Rejoins Faculty at Stanford University”
Jazz at Lincoln Center Debuts Jazz Live Mobile App
Since 2012, Jazz at Lincoln Center has provided jazz fans around the world with free online access to livestreams of hundreds of its concerts from … Read More “Jazz at Lincoln Center Debuts Jazz Live Mobile App”
Vocalist Luciana Souza to Be Featured in Grow Your Art at NEC in Boston
Luciana Souza, the Grammy Award–winning vocalist, will be featured in Grow Your Art, New England Conservatory’s collaborative residency program that focuses on jazz and entrepreneurial … Read More “Vocalist Luciana Souza to Be Featured in Grow Your Art at NEC in Boston”
Gregory Porter and Ledisi Announce 10-City U.S. Tour
Gregory Porter, the Grammy Award–winning jazz vocalist, and Ledisi, the Grammy-nominated R&B singer who also has a rich background in jazz, have announced an upcoming … Read More “Gregory Porter and Ledisi Announce 10-City U.S. Tour”
Finalists Announced for Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition
The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced the finalists for the 8th annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, also known as the … Read More “Finalists Announced for Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition”
JT Track Premiere: “JC’s Blues” by Dr. John and the WDR Big Band
JazzTimes is honored to present the premiere of “JC’s Blues” by Dr. John (1941-2019) and the WDR Big Band. The track was recorded in 1995 … Read More “JT Track Premiere: “JC’s Blues” by Dr. John and the WDR Big Band”
Biamp PDX Jazz Festival Tickets to Go on Sale Saturday, Oct. 26
Tickets for the 2020 Biamp PDX Jazz Festival, which takes place Feb. 19-March 1 in Portland, Ore., are set to go on sale this Saturday, … Read More “Biamp PDX Jazz Festival Tickets to Go on Sale Saturday, Oct. 26”
Made in New York Jazz Club to Celebrate Grand Opening in Brooklyn During Last Weekend of October
Made in New York Jazz Cafe and Bar, a new venue in Brooklyn’s Park Slope neighborhood, will celebrate its grand opening this weekend with a … Read More “Made in New York Jazz Club to Celebrate Grand Opening in Brooklyn During Last Weekend of October”
Newvelle Records Presents 2020 Vinyl Box Set Subscription
Newvelle Records, which every year records and releases six albums exclusively on vinyl, has announced its new vinyl box set subscription series for next year. … Read More “Newvelle Records Presents 2020 Vinyl Box Set Subscription”
Photos: 28th Annual Jazz Foundation of America Loft Party
On Saturday, October 19, at Hudson Studios on the far west side of Manhattan, the Jazz Foundation of America held its 28th annual Jazz Loft … Read More “Photos: 28th Annual Jazz Foundation of America Loft Party”
JT Track Premiere: “Blackout” by Bria Skonberg
JazzTimes is honored to present the premiere of “Blackout” by Bria Skonberg. The song will appear on the Canadian trumpeter, vocalist, and composer’s latest album, … Read More “JT Track Premiere: “Blackout” by Bria Skonberg”
31 Jazz Artists Receive Nearly $360,000 from Jazz Road to Support Tours
Thirty-one jazz artists have been selected to receive $359,600 collectively from Jazz Road, the national initiative led by South Arts, a nonprofit regional arts organization … Read More “31 Jazz Artists Receive Nearly $360,000 from Jazz Road to Support Tours”
Impulse! Introduces New Line of Merchandise
Impulse! Records is introducing a new line of merchandise, including T-shirts, sweatshirts, and tote bags that draw attention to the jazz label’s iconic logo, featuring … Read More “Impulse! Introduces New Line of Merchandise”
Jazz at Lincoln Center’s 25th Essentially Ellington Competition Is Now Open
The 25th annual Jazz at Lincoln Center Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition and Festival is scheduled to take place May 7-9, 2020. Since … Read More “Jazz at Lincoln Center’s 25th Essentially Ellington Competition Is Now Open”
Wadada Leo Smith to Receive UCLA Medal on November 8
Trumpeter and composer Wadada Leo Smith will be presented with the UCLA Medal at a ceremony and concert held on Nov. 8 at UCLA’s Herb Alpert … Read More “Wadada Leo Smith to Receive UCLA Medal on November 8”
Winter Jazzfest Announces First Wave of 2020 Artists
Winter Jazzfest in New York City has announced the first wave of artists for its 16th edition. The festival, which will run from Jan. 9-18, … Read More “Winter Jazzfest Announces First Wave of 2020 Artists”
Carnegie Hall’s Shape of Jazz Series Honors an Icon
Carnegie Hall’s Shape of Jazz series takes the stage on October 18 under a slightly different name that honors one of the genre’s most famous … Read More “Carnegie Hall’s Shape of Jazz Series Honors an Icon”