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Bobby Hutcherson – Somewhere In The Night
Bobby Hutcherson, long regarded as one of the foremost jazz vibraphonists in the world, has usually been compared to Milt Jackson. That’s not totally fair –Hutcherson has travelled a more adventurous path than his mentor, spending time exploring experimental styles … Continue reading
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Ron Carter Ticket Giveaway! | WRTI
Join WRTI Jazz this week, as we are giving away pairs of tickets to see legendary bassist Ron Carter via Ron Carter Ticket Giveaway! | WRTI.
Interview: Vibes Great Gary Burton – Part 2 – seattlepi.com
In Part 1 of our interview, vibes great Gary Burton discussed the history of the vibraphone in jazz, his development of the four-mallet approach to playing vibraphone, and his early years as a sideman. Part 2 starts off with a … Continue reading
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Ron Carter on the evolution of jazz bass and how “guys are writing more difficult parts” these days – Denver – Music – Backbeat
Ron Carter has played on over 2,500 albums and secured a spot in jazz history as one of the worlds finest bassists. Doing much more than merely helping anchor the rhythm, Carter is quite the melodic master. via Ron Carter … Continue reading
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Winston Salem Chronicle – Milt Jackson
At 85-years-old, jazz great and North Carolina A&T State University alumnus Lou Donaldson is still playing music and earning acclaim via Winston Salem Chronicle – Milt Jackson.
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Jazz greats to perform on Hilton Head in October | Bluffton Today
Jazz greats to perform on Hilton Head in October | Bluffton Today.
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