One passes by Hannan House a million times on the bus, in a car, or by whatever means of transportation. It is one of those places you see, but never pay attention too. Inside Hannan House is the Hannan House Cafe. A small space filled with tables in an open space was one of many venues to host Detroit`s 44th Noel Night.
Keith Gamble Quartet took to the stage for one set of Christmas music for a full house. One could feel passion for Christmas music performed in a pure jazz style. Keith Gamble Quartet began its set with The First Noel. After The First Noel was a solo performance of O Come, O Come Emmanuel by saxophonist Keith Gamble. Keith Gamble`s performance of O Come, O Come Emmanuel was soulful and spell-bounding. Following O Come, O Come Emmanuel was a quartet performance of What Child Is This. Keyboardist Mike Evans played a spectacular solo on What Child Is This that was rewarded with rave applause. After What Child Is This was The Little Drummer Boy, and drummer Marcus Hunter did not disappoint. Marcus Hunter established the tenor for The Little Drummer Boy, which included a drum solo by Hunter. Bassist Craig Tyner anchored the band with his strong and cohesive performance.
As always, Keith Gamble Quartet closed-out their set with The Flintstones. The Flintstones theme is always a crowd favorite with audiences. Hard to believe it was only one hour. It had to be one of Keith Gamble Quartet`s finest gigs. Every Christmas piece performed was like hearing it for the first time. Bravo!
Saturday, December 17, 2016
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: What Are The Best Originals You Have Done?
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: What Are The Best Originals You Have Done?: What is the best originals you have done? is a question asked by Just Plain Folks to musicians and composers. My library of composition...
What Are The Best Originals You Have Done?
What is the best originals you have done? is a question asked by Just Plain Folks to musicians and composers. My library of compositions is small, but growing. I selected three compositions I can identify as favorites. Does this represent my best work? I would have to analyse each composition to determine what is my best, so I will just name three as my favorites.
Black Heroes was copy written in 1999, and a tribute to those who speak-out and act on behave of African-American people. Black Heroes is not only a tribute piece to Black American heroes such as Dr. Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, but to my father, grandfather, uncles, teachers, and all who have been a major influence in my life. Stylistically Black Heroes is a free-flowing mid-tempo piece. Black Heroes can be found on Creative Tradition`s "Do I Have To Live Like This?" CD recording.
Michigan in winter can be brutal! However, there are times during winter when God smiles on us, and blesses our state with beautiful days during the season. February Spring is a composition written on a beautiful day in February. This piece is written in three quarter time, and builds with great energy. You can find February Spring on "Do I Have To Live Like This?", and Keith Gamble`s "Meaning, Truth, and Understanding" CD recordings.
There is no romantic story I can share with you on What Am I Waiting For. Just like many composers I began writing What Am I Waiting For sitting at a piano. As I continued, my investment in time and emotion grew. What Am I Waiting For features a flowing and singable melody, with a pronounced bass line. This piece goes back and forth from swing to a highly creative interpretation.
Again, Black Heroes, February Spring, and What Am I Waiting For are just three of my favorites I have penned. Of course every composition I composed is special to me. The three I have chosen to mention are wonderful pieces you should hear, and I think you will agree.
Black Heroes was copy written in 1999, and a tribute to those who speak-out and act on behave of African-American people. Black Heroes is not only a tribute piece to Black American heroes such as Dr. Martin Luther King and Malcolm X, but to my father, grandfather, uncles, teachers, and all who have been a major influence in my life. Stylistically Black Heroes is a free-flowing mid-tempo piece. Black Heroes can be found on Creative Tradition`s "Do I Have To Live Like This?" CD recording.
Michigan in winter can be brutal! However, there are times during winter when God smiles on us, and blesses our state with beautiful days during the season. February Spring is a composition written on a beautiful day in February. This piece is written in three quarter time, and builds with great energy. You can find February Spring on "Do I Have To Live Like This?", and Keith Gamble`s "Meaning, Truth, and Understanding" CD recordings.
There is no romantic story I can share with you on What Am I Waiting For. Just like many composers I began writing What Am I Waiting For sitting at a piano. As I continued, my investment in time and emotion grew. What Am I Waiting For features a flowing and singable melody, with a pronounced bass line. This piece goes back and forth from swing to a highly creative interpretation.
Again, Black Heroes, February Spring, and What Am I Waiting For are just three of my favorites I have penned. Of course every composition I composed is special to me. The three I have chosen to mention are wonderful pieces you should hear, and I think you will agree.
Thursday, October 13, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Body And Soul Celebrates 87 Years
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Body And Soul Celebrates 87 Years: True or false - Coleman Hawkins wrote Body and Soul? The answer is false, but Coleman Hawkins`s 1939 recording of Body and Soul is hist...
Body And Soul Celebrates 87 Years
True or false - Coleman Hawkins wrote Body and Soul? The answer is false, but Coleman Hawkins`s 1939 recording of Body and Soul is historic. This week we celebrate 87 years of Body and Soul. As saxophonist James Carter says, "'Body and Soul' was and is a sonic beacon that showed us how sensuous and rhapsodic the tenor saxophone could be!!"
Body and Soul was first performed in 1930. by singer Gertrude Lawrence in her live London performance. Hollywood songwriter and conductor Johnny Green wrote "Body and Soul" for Gertrude Lawrence while in London. Body and Soul was a feature selection in the production "Threes A Crowd" in London, England. Also that year, Body and Soul was recorded by Louis Armstrong. However, the most significant and historic performance comes from Coleman Hawkins in his October 11, 1939 recording of Body and Soul. Body and Soul is such an important piece it has been placed into the Library of Congress National Recording Registry.
Many have recorded Body and Soul. There are nearly 3,000 recordings and broadcast performances of Body and Soul. Coleman Hawkins` performance of Body and Soul on his 1939 recording is textbook for ballad playing. Coleman Hawkins 1939 recording represents early tremors of bebop, and also established the tenor saxophone as a major jazz instrument. Body and Soul was such a special piece that it represents one of a few standards recorded by John Coltrane. John Coltrane re-harmonized Body and Soul in 1960.
A defining moment in jazz, Body and Soul is considered an evolutionary leap in jazz. Body and Soul is a beautiful display of interpretation and improvisation of a ballad. Body and Soul represents a major development in jazz evolution, and opened the door for a new era of jazz.
Body and Soul was first performed in 1930. by singer Gertrude Lawrence in her live London performance. Hollywood songwriter and conductor Johnny Green wrote "Body and Soul" for Gertrude Lawrence while in London. Body and Soul was a feature selection in the production "Threes A Crowd" in London, England. Also that year, Body and Soul was recorded by Louis Armstrong. However, the most significant and historic performance comes from Coleman Hawkins in his October 11, 1939 recording of Body and Soul. Body and Soul is such an important piece it has been placed into the Library of Congress National Recording Registry.
Many have recorded Body and Soul. There are nearly 3,000 recordings and broadcast performances of Body and Soul. Coleman Hawkins` performance of Body and Soul on his 1939 recording is textbook for ballad playing. Coleman Hawkins 1939 recording represents early tremors of bebop, and also established the tenor saxophone as a major jazz instrument. Body and Soul was such a special piece that it represents one of a few standards recorded by John Coltrane. John Coltrane re-harmonized Body and Soul in 1960.
A defining moment in jazz, Body and Soul is considered an evolutionary leap in jazz. Body and Soul is a beautiful display of interpretation and improvisation of a ballad. Body and Soul represents a major development in jazz evolution, and opened the door for a new era of jazz.
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Rest In Peace, Allan Barnes (September 27, 1949 - ...
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Rest In Peace, Allan Barnes (September 27, 1949 - ...: Allan Barnes, Detroit multi-instrumentalist died at the age of 66, on the 25th of July. He was one of the founding members of The Black...
Rest In Peace, Allan Barnes (September 27, 1949 - July 25, 2016)
Allan Barnes, Detroit multi-instrumentalist died at the age of 66, on the 25th of July. He was one of the founding members of The Blackbyrds. Allan Barnes was not only a great saxophonist, but also a father, brother, uncle, grandfather, teacher, and friend to many.
Tate Mc Broom said Allan Barnes represented a link between Donald Byrd and J. Dilla. Tate Mc Broom is a drummer and fellow musician with insight on the career of Allan Barnes. Mc Broom comments Allan Barnes was loved and revered in Detroit`s electronic music and jazz communities. Mc Broom played with Allan Barnes for almost 10 years.
Allan Barnes recorded in 2012, J. Dilla - Requiem. On February 9, 2013, Allan Barnes performed "Think Twice" - an Allan Barnes` Tribute to Donald Byrd, during Dilla Day Detroit 2013.
Known for his soulful contributions to best-selling jazz-fusion band The Blackbyrds in the mid-1970s, The Blackbyrds, under director and trumpeter Donald Byrd was a back-up band for Donald Byrd. Donald Byrd taught at Howard University in Washington, D.C. While at Howard University, Donald Byrd gathered his best students, which included Allan Barnes. In 1973, Donald Byrd and The Blackbyrds released "Black Byrd". The Blackbyrds would go on to spin-off on there own, with Donald Byrd as producer.
Allan Barnes was introduced to music by his two uncles starting him on clarinet at eight years old. By age 14, one of his uncles gave Allan Barnes a saxophone. After graduating from high school, Allan Barnes enlisted in the US Army, being deployed in Vietnam in 1968, where he played in an Army service band.
After his service in Vietnam, Allan Barnes returned to Detroit, but not for long. Donald Byrd learned of Allan Barnes from his uncles. They motivated Allan Barnes to go to Howard University. Once Allan Barnes enrolled at Howard University he was quickly accepted in Donald Byrd`s working band.
Allan Barnes left The Blackbyrds in 1975, and began taking-on new musical projects, such as teaming-up with singer/songwriter John Malone. They formed a group called Malone & Barnes and Spontaneous Simplicity. In 1978, a new collaboration between Barnes and Moore wrote "Disco Dancin`" for A Taste Of Honey, and "Money Makes The World Go Round" in 1998.
In the 1990s, Allan Barnes resettled in Detroit, MI, and was involved in a number of projects from fusion to post-bop. Allan Barnes became a main fixture in Detroit`s cultural and music scene.
Allan Barnes died after suffering a heart attack at his home in Detroit. Rest in peace, Allan Barnes, you will be greatly missed.
Tate Mc Broom said Allan Barnes represented a link between Donald Byrd and J. Dilla. Tate Mc Broom is a drummer and fellow musician with insight on the career of Allan Barnes. Mc Broom comments Allan Barnes was loved and revered in Detroit`s electronic music and jazz communities. Mc Broom played with Allan Barnes for almost 10 years.
Allan Barnes recorded in 2012, J. Dilla - Requiem. On February 9, 2013, Allan Barnes performed "Think Twice" - an Allan Barnes` Tribute to Donald Byrd, during Dilla Day Detroit 2013.
Known for his soulful contributions to best-selling jazz-fusion band The Blackbyrds in the mid-1970s, The Blackbyrds, under director and trumpeter Donald Byrd was a back-up band for Donald Byrd. Donald Byrd taught at Howard University in Washington, D.C. While at Howard University, Donald Byrd gathered his best students, which included Allan Barnes. In 1973, Donald Byrd and The Blackbyrds released "Black Byrd". The Blackbyrds would go on to spin-off on there own, with Donald Byrd as producer.
Allan Barnes was introduced to music by his two uncles starting him on clarinet at eight years old. By age 14, one of his uncles gave Allan Barnes a saxophone. After graduating from high school, Allan Barnes enlisted in the US Army, being deployed in Vietnam in 1968, where he played in an Army service band.
After his service in Vietnam, Allan Barnes returned to Detroit, but not for long. Donald Byrd learned of Allan Barnes from his uncles. They motivated Allan Barnes to go to Howard University. Once Allan Barnes enrolled at Howard University he was quickly accepted in Donald Byrd`s working band.
Allan Barnes left The Blackbyrds in 1975, and began taking-on new musical projects, such as teaming-up with singer/songwriter John Malone. They formed a group called Malone & Barnes and Spontaneous Simplicity. In 1978, a new collaboration between Barnes and Moore wrote "Disco Dancin`" for A Taste Of Honey, and "Money Makes The World Go Round" in 1998.
In the 1990s, Allan Barnes resettled in Detroit, MI, and was involved in a number of projects from fusion to post-bop. Allan Barnes became a main fixture in Detroit`s cultural and music scene.
Allan Barnes died after suffering a heart attack at his home in Detroit. Rest in peace, Allan Barnes, you will be greatly missed.
Sunday, July 10, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Finding Compassion
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Finding Compassion: Bad things happen to good people. Sounds familiar, because we can all relate. I have never had an instrument stolen from me, but I can ...
Finding Compassion
Bad things happen to good people. Sounds familiar, because we can all relate. I have never had an instrument stolen from me, but I can just imagine how gut-wrenching that must be. Sometime during the week of June 5, 2016, Chapel Hill, NC woodwind player Tim Smith was on his way to a gig when he experienced car trouble. Leaving his car he walked to the performance, and carrying essential equipment he needed for the job, while leaving everything else in his car. After his performance Tim Smith returned to his car only to discover someone had broken-in, stealing two saxophones, a flute, two microphones, and a PA system.
Tim Smith is an inspirational saxophonist who`s positive lyrics and voice has performed in Compiegne, France, Philadelphia, PA, Russia, and North and South Carolina. Tim Smith performs original music and cover songs with a bluesy edge, and jazz sensibility. He plays with technique, soulful expression, and dynamic stage presence.
Those of us who chose music as a career path knows and accepts we will likely not become financially rich playing music. Generally, we love and are passionate about our choice to pursue music. As musicians we bring art, entertainment, and joy to those who come to see us perform. However, life happens to us also. Woodwind player Tim Smith was a victim of theft.
Friends of Tim Smith established a Go Fund Me account raising more than $7,000.00 in two days to replace Tim Smith`s stolen instruments. Congratulations, Tim Smith, and hopefully the money raised in the Tim Smith`s Instrument campaign is enough to replace everything that was stolen from your car. Also, thanks to all who contributed generously to fellow woodwind instrumentalist Tim Smith. This is what it means to be connected to an arts and music community. Remember, there are more good people out there who are kind, compassionate, and caring, than the evil that lurks.
Tim Smith is an inspirational saxophonist who`s positive lyrics and voice has performed in Compiegne, France, Philadelphia, PA, Russia, and North and South Carolina. Tim Smith performs original music and cover songs with a bluesy edge, and jazz sensibility. He plays with technique, soulful expression, and dynamic stage presence.
Those of us who chose music as a career path knows and accepts we will likely not become financially rich playing music. Generally, we love and are passionate about our choice to pursue music. As musicians we bring art, entertainment, and joy to those who come to see us perform. However, life happens to us also. Woodwind player Tim Smith was a victim of theft.
Friends of Tim Smith established a Go Fund Me account raising more than $7,000.00 in two days to replace Tim Smith`s stolen instruments. Congratulations, Tim Smith, and hopefully the money raised in the Tim Smith`s Instrument campaign is enough to replace everything that was stolen from your car. Also, thanks to all who contributed generously to fellow woodwind instrumentalist Tim Smith. This is what it means to be connected to an arts and music community. Remember, there are more good people out there who are kind, compassionate, and caring, than the evil that lurks.
Monday, June 13, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Stepping? Step Afrika!
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Stepping? Step Afrika!: I step from my home to my car, and vice versa at the end of my day, and that`s pretty much it! This blog is not about me walking (stepp...
Stepping? Step Afrika!
I step from my home to my car, and vice versa at the end of my day, and that`s pretty much it! This blog is not about me walking (stepping) to my car and house, but about an art form called stepping, and one of the leading professional companies dedicated to stepping. Step Afrika! is ranked one of the top ten African American dance companies in the US.
Founded in 1994, Step Afrika! is organized as a charitable 501(c)(3) organization. Step Afrika! is the first profession company dedicated to stepping. Step Afrika! is devoted to promoting an appreciation for stepping. Based in Washington, DC, Step Afrika! offers workshops, residency programs, and a variety of K-12, and College arts education activities, international cultural exchange programs, and performances, such as in-school programs, youth ensembles, summer camps, and scholars program for arts education offerings.
Beginning as an exchange program with the Soweto Dance Theatre of Johannesburg, South Africa, Step Afrika! is a non-profit organization that tours nationally and internationally. Step Afrika! is a professional company that combines South African gumboot dance with African American Stepping.
Step Afrika! combines percussive dance styles practice by African American fraternities and sororities, traditional African dance, and a variety of other dance and art forms. Step Afrika! integrates dance with storytelling, songs, humor, and audience participation. Step Afrika! promotes stepping as an educational tool, focusing on teamwork, academic achievement, and cross-cultural understanding.
Step Afrika! also collaborates with other arts organizations. Step Afrika! has collaborated with Symphony In Step. This collaboration is a partnership between arts organizations, and combines stepping with classical music.
Founded in 1994, Step Afrika! is organized as a charitable 501(c)(3) organization. Step Afrika! is the first profession company dedicated to stepping. Step Afrika! is devoted to promoting an appreciation for stepping. Based in Washington, DC, Step Afrika! offers workshops, residency programs, and a variety of K-12, and College arts education activities, international cultural exchange programs, and performances, such as in-school programs, youth ensembles, summer camps, and scholars program for arts education offerings.
Beginning as an exchange program with the Soweto Dance Theatre of Johannesburg, South Africa, Step Afrika! is a non-profit organization that tours nationally and internationally. Step Afrika! is a professional company that combines South African gumboot dance with African American Stepping.
Step Afrika! combines percussive dance styles practice by African American fraternities and sororities, traditional African dance, and a variety of other dance and art forms. Step Afrika! integrates dance with storytelling, songs, humor, and audience participation. Step Afrika! promotes stepping as an educational tool, focusing on teamwork, academic achievement, and cross-cultural understanding.
Step Afrika! also collaborates with other arts organizations. Step Afrika! has collaborated with Symphony In Step. This collaboration is a partnership between arts organizations, and combines stepping with classical music.
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Christian Talent Showcase In Fort Lauderdale, Flor...
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Christian Talent Showcase In Fort Lauderdale, Flor...: If you are in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area on Saturday, May 28, 2016, you may want to check-out the Christian Talent Showcase & Art...
Christian Talent Showcase In Fort Lauderdale, Florida
If you are in the Fort Lauderdale, FL area on Saturday, May 28, 2016, you may want to check-out the Christian Talent Showcase & Artist Awards. This event is reminiscent of my musical performance experience in talent shows. I got my start participating in an informal talent show in elementary school, before I began playing clarinet. We did this as a fun activity in our elementary classroom, and of course I did an instrumental music routine; without an instrument. In high school playing saxophone with the Unique Experience Band, we were the back-up band for various acts participating in our area high school talent show. I was also asked to participate in talent shows when I was a band director at the Cherry Hill School of Performing Arts, in Inkster, MI. For two years I participated in our staff talent show, and won both years; after all I was band director.
Talent shows are valuable for fellowship, and enjoyed by those who participate, and those who watch. For some, talent shows could discover talents of individuals that would never surface without such an event. Talent show discoveries do happen! A talent show could start an artistic or musical career, and be justification for making a career choice in arts and entertainment. Anyone with talent in music, dance, spoken word, comedy, storytelling, drama or acting, with a passion to entertain should consider entering a talent show. Not just individuals, but groups and ensembles may participate to gain experience.
Again, if you are in Fort Lauderdale, FL, I urge you to attend Christian Talent Showcase & Artist Awards, by Finally Famous Productions, on Saturday, May 28, 2016, from 5:00 - 10:00 pm, at Delevoe Hall, 2520 N.W. 6th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. Go to www.Skylacaldwell.net, or call (954)549-6065, or by email at Skylatalent@yahoo.com for further information.
Talent shows are valuable for fellowship, and enjoyed by those who participate, and those who watch. For some, talent shows could discover talents of individuals that would never surface without such an event. Talent show discoveries do happen! A talent show could start an artistic or musical career, and be justification for making a career choice in arts and entertainment. Anyone with talent in music, dance, spoken word, comedy, storytelling, drama or acting, with a passion to entertain should consider entering a talent show. Not just individuals, but groups and ensembles may participate to gain experience.
Again, if you are in Fort Lauderdale, FL, I urge you to attend Christian Talent Showcase & Artist Awards, by Finally Famous Productions, on Saturday, May 28, 2016, from 5:00 - 10:00 pm, at Delevoe Hall, 2520 N.W. 6th St., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. Go to www.Skylacaldwell.net, or call (954)549-6065, or by email at Skylatalent@yahoo.com for further information.
Friday, March 25, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: My First Exposure To Jazz
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: My First Exposure To Jazz: I was first exposed to jazz early in life as a child. I was five years old or younger when I consciously began listening to jazz. As a ...
My First Exposure To Jazz
I was first exposed to jazz early in life as a child. I was five years old or younger when I consciously began listening to jazz. As a child I remember listening to John Coltrane, and I loved it!
WCHD radio in Detroit, MI, was devoted to a jazz format before turning into WJZZ FM. Other radio stations with an African-American audience catered to R&B and soul music, but would occasionally play jazz. I remember the late 1960`s as my parents were preparing for work, I would hear "Love Theme From Spartacus", performed by Yusef Lateef on the radio every morning. I would purposely wake-up at 4:00 AM to hear Love Theme From Spartacus. I don`t think my parents knew I was awake and listening, but that music was the high-light of my day.
I also remember hearing Miles Davis and his quintet with Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, Tony Williams, and Wayne Shorter. Also, I remember hearing Herbie Hancock and his recording of Speak Like A Child, and other fine jazz recordings.
What really motivated me was a New Years eve TV special in 1974 of 75 when my Mom and I saw Herbie Hancock, with Bennie Maupin and Headhunters. That was it! I was hooked on tenor saxophone.
Everyones discovery and introduction to jazz is different, and I am thankful to my parents and teachers for introducing me to the art and world of jazz. This music has become the fabric of my life, and continues to be my love and passion. Through the ups and downs of my life, jazz has been the one true constant, and sound track of my life.
WCHD radio in Detroit, MI, was devoted to a jazz format before turning into WJZZ FM. Other radio stations with an African-American audience catered to R&B and soul music, but would occasionally play jazz. I remember the late 1960`s as my parents were preparing for work, I would hear "Love Theme From Spartacus", performed by Yusef Lateef on the radio every morning. I would purposely wake-up at 4:00 AM to hear Love Theme From Spartacus. I don`t think my parents knew I was awake and listening, but that music was the high-light of my day.
I also remember hearing Miles Davis and his quintet with Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, Tony Williams, and Wayne Shorter. Also, I remember hearing Herbie Hancock and his recording of Speak Like A Child, and other fine jazz recordings.
What really motivated me was a New Years eve TV special in 1974 of 75 when my Mom and I saw Herbie Hancock, with Bennie Maupin and Headhunters. That was it! I was hooked on tenor saxophone.
Everyones discovery and introduction to jazz is different, and I am thankful to my parents and teachers for introducing me to the art and world of jazz. This music has become the fabric of my life, and continues to be my love and passion. Through the ups and downs of my life, jazz has been the one true constant, and sound track of my life.
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Going To Austin, TX?
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Going To Austin, TX?: New York, Los Angeles, and Nashville are established and recognized commercial music centers in the United States. If you are looking f...
Going To Austin, TX?
New York, Los Angeles, and Nashville are established and recognized commercial music centers in the United States. If you are looking for the commercial center for jazz you will find it in New York, NY. Austin, TX is not known for being the place to go if you are a jazz fan, but jazz can be heard in Austin. If you are visiting Austin, TX from March 11 - 20, 2016, you can hear jazz at South by Southwest.
Yes, you can find jazz at SXSW, but jazz is not the focus. Attention is directed at pop culture. South by Southwest is scheduled for March 11 - 20, with music scheduled for March 15 thru the 20th of March. Held on several stages in Austin there should be plenty to do, but not for the jazz purist. Snarky Puppy will be performing at SXSW on Saturday, March 19, at Cedar Street Courtyard. Also, you may want to look for performances by Vel Lewis, and Chris Mitchell. South by Southwest is a yearly festival with film, interactive media, music, and conferences.
While in Austin, TX, be sure to visit The Elephant Room. The Elephant Room participates in SXSW, but has jazz performances year round. The Continental Club has good jazz every Tuesday night, starting at 10:00 pm. While in Austin also visit Firehouse Hostel and Lounge. The Highball features jazz brunch on Sundays. Also check the following:
* Sullivan`s Steakhouse
* Hi Hat Public House
* One World Theatre
* Stephen F. Austin Hotel Bar and Terrace
* Brass House
* Eddie V`s Prime Seafood
* East Side Showroom
* Breakaway Records
* Stay Gold
* Capitol City Comedy Club
* End Of An Ear
Austin, TX is no New York City when it comes to jazz, but jazz is available to the jazz fan.
Yes, you can find jazz at SXSW, but jazz is not the focus. Attention is directed at pop culture. South by Southwest is scheduled for March 11 - 20, with music scheduled for March 15 thru the 20th of March. Held on several stages in Austin there should be plenty to do, but not for the jazz purist. Snarky Puppy will be performing at SXSW on Saturday, March 19, at Cedar Street Courtyard. Also, you may want to look for performances by Vel Lewis, and Chris Mitchell. South by Southwest is a yearly festival with film, interactive media, music, and conferences.
While in Austin, TX, be sure to visit The Elephant Room. The Elephant Room participates in SXSW, but has jazz performances year round. The Continental Club has good jazz every Tuesday night, starting at 10:00 pm. While in Austin also visit Firehouse Hostel and Lounge. The Highball features jazz brunch on Sundays. Also check the following:
* Sullivan`s Steakhouse
* Hi Hat Public House
* One World Theatre
* Stephen F. Austin Hotel Bar and Terrace
* Brass House
* Eddie V`s Prime Seafood
* East Side Showroom
* Breakaway Records
* Stay Gold
* Capitol City Comedy Club
* End Of An Ear
Austin, TX is no New York City when it comes to jazz, but jazz is available to the jazz fan.
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Somethin' Else, By Cannonball Adderly
Post-Bop and Avant-Garde Jazz Saxophonist Keith Gamble: Somethin' Else, By Cannonball Adderly: One thing I truly appreciate about having a music blog is that I get a chance to listen to recordings I have taken for granted, or simp...
Somethin' Else, By Cannonball Adderly
One thing I truly appreciate about having a music blog is that I get a chance to listen to recordings I have taken for granted, or simply not listen too. Saxophonist Julian "Cannonball" Adderley`s Somethin' Else is such an album. Recorded in 1958 by Blue Note Records, Somethin' Else is a timeless recording of jazz standards that have with-stood the test of time.
Autumn Leaves remind me why I fell in love with jazz in the first place. Autumn Leaves is a beautiful piece, with Cannonball Adderley, Miles Davis, and bassist Sam Jones creating such a mysterious quality with this composition. On "Love For Sale" Cannonball really swings, while Miles Davis crafts a melody that truly tells a story. Cannonball Adderley`s phrasing on this recording is second to none, and he plays with such a large and full tone.
Somethin' Else was recorded in 1958, when Cannonball Adderley was a member of Miles Davis Sextet. If you didn`t know any better you would think Somethin' Else was a Miles Davis recording. You may also get that impression because Cannonball Adderley wrote none of the five compositions on this recording, and a 1999 bonus track - Bangoon (Allison's Uncle), which was composed by pianist Hank Jones.
Cannonball Adderley`s performance is reminiscent of Charlie Parker, but full of life, style, and character you would expect from Cannonball Adderley. Cannonball Adderley`s playing on Somethin' Else is ever so inspiring. Joining Cannonball Adderley on this 1958 Blue Note Records recording date are Miles Davis - Trumpet, Hank Jones - Piano, Sam Jones - Bass, and Art Blakey - Drums.
Autumn Leaves remind me why I fell in love with jazz in the first place. Autumn Leaves is a beautiful piece, with Cannonball Adderley, Miles Davis, and bassist Sam Jones creating such a mysterious quality with this composition. On "Love For Sale" Cannonball really swings, while Miles Davis crafts a melody that truly tells a story. Cannonball Adderley`s phrasing on this recording is second to none, and he plays with such a large and full tone.
Somethin' Else was recorded in 1958, when Cannonball Adderley was a member of Miles Davis Sextet. If you didn`t know any better you would think Somethin' Else was a Miles Davis recording. You may also get that impression because Cannonball Adderley wrote none of the five compositions on this recording, and a 1999 bonus track - Bangoon (Allison's Uncle), which was composed by pianist Hank Jones.
Cannonball Adderley`s performance is reminiscent of Charlie Parker, but full of life, style, and character you would expect from Cannonball Adderley. Cannonball Adderley`s playing on Somethin' Else is ever so inspiring. Joining Cannonball Adderley on this 1958 Blue Note Records recording date are Miles Davis - Trumpet, Hank Jones - Piano, Sam Jones - Bass, and Art Blakey - Drums.
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