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Music Review: Kristen Miranda – ‘Double Time’
The jazz singer returns to recording with a fine new album of classic tunes.
Read More »Music Review: Douglas Detrick’s AnyWhen Ensemble – ‘The Bright and Rushing World’
Douglas Detrick and AnyWhen take chamber jazz to another level.
Read More »Music Review: Lisa Hilton – ‘Kaleidoscope’
This prolific jazz pianist's new release is a winner.
Read More »Music Review: Andrew Litton – ‘A Tribute to Oscar Peterson’
Andrew Litton plays the music of Oscar Peterson with joy and passion.
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – ‘Jazz & The Philharmonic’ [CD/DVD]
You'll be happy to hear and see this all-star lineup of musical talent again and again.
Read More »Music Review: Daniel Smith – ‘Smokin’ Hot Bassoon Blues’
Rather than smokin' hot, this album is lukewarm.
Read More »Music Reviews: Shawn Maxwell’s Alliance, Bear Kaestli, Beata Pater
Three excellent new jazz albums out in March.
Read More »Music Review: Susan Clynes – ‘Life Is…’
Composer/singer Susan Clynes writes and sings with emotional honesty.
Read More »Music Review: B.J. Jansen – ‘Ronin’
This baritone sax player emerges as a modern day rōnin with his new album.
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