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Press Release: AccuJazz releases avant-garde jazz channel online

jazzman — Sat, 07 Mar 2009 23:54:19 +0000

AccuJazz Internet radio continues its weekly roll-out of creatively programmed jazz channels with the release of its newest customizable radio stream, “Avant-Garde Jazz.” The channel is completely free to use and available 24/7.

The channel plays plenty of great free jazz, from Albert Ayler to Han Bennink to David S. Ware, but casts a wide net in its inclusion of different Avant-Garde styles. Listeners will also hear music by daring composer/improvisers like Tim Berne and Ken Vandermark and Avant-Garde jazz/rock by artists from Miles Davis to Jim Black. Jazz/classical fusions by musicians like Bill Dixon and Evan Parker also fit in to the eclectic mix. Of course, the artists mentioned here are only a small sampling of the hundreds of artists represented in the programming.

AccuJazz.com is a leading internet jazz radio station that recently launched a brand new Web site with two dozen channels.

“Avant-Garde Jazz” is second in a weekly roll-out of new channels that will continue indefinitely. Future channels feature such eclectic themes as “Women of Jazz,” “Organ Jazz,” and “Regions: Chicago.” All channels are customizable, with the options to “deselect” artists from the play list and pause or skip songs.

For more information, please visit them online at AccuJazz.com.

Press Release: Tara Creel Recognized By Cambridge Who’s Who For Excellence In Dance Instruction

jazzman — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 01:03:41 +0000

Tara Creel, Owner and Instructor for Art in Motion Dance Studio, LLC, has been recognized by Cambridge Who’s Who for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in all aspects of dance instruction.

Ms. Creel, a former member of the ‘Saintsations,’ the New Orleans Saints cheerleading squad, has 24 years of dance experience and expertise in jazz dance. At Art in Motion Dance Studio, she teaches basic dance fundamentals, proper dance moves, and various dance styles to students ages three to 20. She has worked with many big name celebrities and considers hard work and dedication to be the driving forces behind her success.

About Cambridge Who’s Who
Cambridge Who’s Who is an exclusive membership organization that recognizes and empowers executives, professionals and entrepreneurs throughout the world. From healthcare to law, engineering to finance, manufacturing to education, every major industry is represented by its 250,000 active members.

Cambridge Who’s Who membership provides individuals with a valuable third party endorsement of their accomplishments and gives them the tools needed to brand themselves and their businesses effectively. In addition to publishing biographies in print and electronic form, Cambridge Who’s Who offers an online networking platform where members can establish new business relationships and achieve career advancement within their company, industry or profession.

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Press Release: 2009 Oxford Jazz Festival Set To Kick Off In April

jazzman — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 00:50:33 +0000

The Oxford Jazz Festival is taking place over the Easter weekend 2009 (April 9th – 12th), and will be the first annual festival of its kind in Oxford. Concerts and gigs will be taking place in some of the city’s most magical venues, including the Ashmolean Museum, the Jacqueline du Pr Music building, the North Wall Arts Centre, St Michael at the North Gate – the oldest building in Oxford, and the Oxford Union Debating Chamber, which is opening its doors for a rare public performance.

Some of the highlights of the festival include Ian Shaw, twice winner of the BBC Jazz awards headlining the festival’s grand finale at the Debating Chamber, Gwyneth Herbert with her engaging lyrics and rich voice performing at the North Wall Arts Centre, and Julian Siegel, one of the most in-demand saxophonists on the European Jazz scene today playing at the Jacqueline du Pr Music Building.

The star-studded line up will not only appeal to jazz lovers, but to fans of all musical genres, in the hope of introducing jazz to a much wider audience. The festival will see jazz spread across the city, from small gigs in local bars and restaurants, and buskers on the street, to full-scale ticketed concerts.

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Press Release: Jazz Vocalist Antoinette Montague releases her 2009 performance schedule

jazzman — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 15:28:28 +0000

Antoinette Montague has appeared on the cover of Jazz Improv’s Jazz Guide and on two book covers of Who’s Who in Jazz, Cabaret and Music (from 1600’s to Now). She has performed at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola, the Zebra Room in Harlem’s famous Lenox Lounge, the legendary Blue Note, the Blue Smoke :: Jazz Standard with the Winard Harper Sextet and Dr. Billy Taylor.

Antoinette was hired as a leader opposite Jr. Mance for Jazzmobile’s Summer Breeze Concert Series with Huston Person for a tribute to Junior Mance with Winard Harper, Tommy James and Bill Moring. Antoinette works most regularly with Bill Easely, a brilliant and versatile reed player, who performs equally forcefully on alto, tenor, and baritone saxes as well as flute, piccolo, and clarinet.

Born and raised in Newark, Antoinette Montague released her first CD “Pretty Blues” in 2006, but she has had many invaluable musical experiences. She worked in gospel and R&B ensembles after college, serves as the vice president of the International Women in Jazz, and considers Carrie Smith, Etta Jones, Della Griffin and Myrna Lake to be her mentors.

You can learn more about Antoinette by visiting her site.

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Press Release: The Lonesome River Band Releases 12th Album “No Turning Back”

jazzman — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:44:42 +0000

The Lonesome River Band’s 12th album, “No Turning Back” on Rural Rhythm Records, has turned out to be the perfect dozen for the band as it jumped to #1 on Bluegrass Music Profiles Top 10 Albums this month. The album also remains in Billboard Magazine’s Top 50 Bluegrass Albums (retail sales) and climbs other charts including Cashbox Magazine’s Top 25 CDs, Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine’s Top 15 Albums and hits the #7 spot on Sirius Radio’s Top 40 Artists.

The Bluegrass Journal gives high praises to the album saying, “If you have the volume on your CD player turned up before you put No Turning Back in for a spin, be forewarned: Rickman’s driving rhythm guitar, which starts the CD’s opener, Them Blues, is going to snap you awake. It’s about as powerful as it gets with an acoustic rhythm guitar being slammed through its paces.” Fans certainly agree as their radio requests have helped land the current single, “Them Blues” at #2 on Sirius Radio’s Top 40 Songs, #3 on Bluegrass Music Profiles Top 30 Hot Single Chart and #21 on Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine’s Top 30 this month.

No Turning Back

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Press Release: Vocalist Lisa Donahey To Lead Fundraiser Concert

jazzman — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 23:39:16 +0000

You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and you’ll help raise money for foster care children in Los Angeles County during “An Evening with Lisa Donahey,” a fundraiser for the Hillsides, on January 17, 2009 at 7:00 pm. This special event is being held in the Georgian Ballroom at the Langham Huntington Resort & Spa Hotel in Pasadena (formerly the Ritz Carlton Hotel).

Remarkable vocalist, Donahey has been thrilling audiences for years with her live theatrical performances, television work and recordings. Working with distinguished songwriters and film scorers, this Berklee College of Music graduate has received many accolades, including being chosen to sing a musical tribute to pop singer Sting, jazz legend Nancy Wilson and The Manhattan Transfer. In 2008 Donahey sang the National Anthem in front of over 50,000 people at the Revlon Run/Walk in Los Angeles and shared the stage with musicians Jesse McCartney and Melissa Manchester and honorary hosts Halle Berry and Tom Selleck.

During the evening, Donahey will performing such classics as “Over The Rainbow,” “That Old Black Magic” and “Cry Me A River,” among others. The evening will be punctuated with Donahey’s dynamic personality and special way of interacting with the audience, heightening this unique entertainment experience.

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Press Release: Over The Rhine To Perform At Appel Farm Arts & Music Center

jazzman — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:55:12 +0000

The husband/wife duo of Linwood Detweiler and Karen Bergquist, known to their fans as Over the Rhine, will appear at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center on Friday, February 6 at 8:00 PM. Backed by their band, this Ohio-based group mixes up a heady brew of insightful lyrics, intriguing melodies and emotional performances that have ensured them a spot on Paste magazine’s list of “100 Best Living Songwriters.”

Their recently released CD, The Trumpet Child, is the 17th for this prolific pair, who formed the group 20 years ago in Ohio. An unconventional mix of folk, jazz and country influences have garnered Over the Rhine consistently high marks from the critics through the past two decades. Patriot News says, “In the days of trite lyrics and formulaic melodies, Over the Rhine shines like a light in the darkness.” Tickets are $22.50 and available by calling (800) 394-1211 or by visiting http://www.appelfarm.org.

Appel Farm’s new Flex-Pass is designed to afford convenience and economy to Evening Series Concert-goers. The Pass is $60 and allows a patron to select 3 different shows during the remainder of the 2008-09 season. The February-March season at the southern New Jersey venue includes appearances by singer-songwriter John Gorka, Irish firebrands Solas, the legendary Richie Havens, Americana sweethearts Red Molly and more. All three shows can be ordered at the time of purchase, or the Flex-Pass can be redeemed at a later date.

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Press Release: Launch of “Giant Steps” Jazz Course

jazzman — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:47:00 +0000

Thought to be the first course of its kind, the Giant Steps Jazz Course combines the best features of a weekend workshop, a residential course and a full-time music education. Open to players of all jazz instruments, the course comprises three residential weekend modules, interspersed with four self-study weeks during which players have time to absorb and practice what they’ve learned by completing assignments.

By the end of the very first weekend, attendees will create and record two original group compositions, producing “head” arrangements, solos and backings! While the format of each weekend session is centred on playing, parts of each session is given over to theory and listening.

One of the most important steps in musical improvement is to develop the ability to analyse and understand what you are hearing without the need for painstaking transcription. This powerful and often under-valued technique is something of a secret weapon for the improving musician, and attendees will be exposed to the process of recording and immediately evaluating what they have played.

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Press Release: Danny Wuerffel & The Desire Street Ministry To Host The Good Times and Jazz Festival

jazzman — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 23:51:54 +0000

Former University of Florida star and Heisman Trophy Winner Danny Wuerffel and the Desire Street Ministry will host the Good Times and Jazz Festival on Tuesday, February 3, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm on the Back Lot at Full Sail University, 351 University Park Drive in Winter Park.

Desire Street Ministry is a national organization that encourages and equips leaders to transform impoverished neighborhoods into desirable places through spiritual and community development projects.

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Press Release: Review of the Jay T. Vonada Quartet Release “Jammin’”

jazzman — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 22:29:44 +0000

Without a star-studded cast of players Vonada crafts a very fine first effort using local talent producing a nice result. His quartet includes Adam Kurland on keyboards, Jacob Hibel on bass and John Sullivan manning the drums.

The album features eight boppish originals ranging from Swing, Latin to a bit of jazz funk. Unlike some albums where the leader is just one of the guys who takes his turn on solo, Vonada plays a prominent role here taking lead and rarely relinquishes it to the other band mates. Kurland performs the majority of the other leads with his play on the keyboards and the organ.

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