Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Clarinettist and composer Samantha Wright has recorded the music for her debut album. She has launched a Kickstarter campaign to cover release costs with a view to an Autumn 2020 release.
Monday, April 20, 2020
Guitarist and composer Branco Stoysin has posted a new video on Youtube that takes an alternative view of the Corona Virus pandemic.
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Scottish pianist Fergus McCreadie will be live streaming improvised concerts from his family home in Dollar, Clackmannanshire every Tuesday during the lockdown. Details attached.
Friday, April 17, 2020
Broadcaster & journalist Peter Slavid has forwarded details of the music played on his UK & European Jazz radio show on 14/04/20, which is available via a number of UK & international radio stations.
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Down For The Count released a brand new video two days ago featuring 26 musicians all filmed in their homes as a tribute to all key workers who are keeping the UK moving right now.
Saturday, April 11, 2020
Pianist and vocalist Wendy Kirkland has been livestreaming solo performances of well known Latin tunes on her Facebook page for the last week or so. All are still available for viewing.
Thursday, April 09, 2020
Broadcaster and journalist Peter Slavid has forwarded details of the music to be played on his UK and European Jazz radio show, which is transmitted by a number of UK and international radio stations.
Monday, April 06, 2020
Dutch violinist Tim Kliphuis has forwarded his latest newsletter, including details of his current composing activities and the setting up of his new Patreon page.
Saturday, April 04, 2020
The Jazzmann was saddened to hear the news of the passing of American trumpeter Wallace Roney due to complications of Covid-19. A statement from his publicist, Lydia Liebman, is attached.
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
Saxophonist, composer and educator Phil Meadows has instigated a number of initiatives to help him, and his listeners, get through the current Covid-19 lockdown. Details attached.
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Guest contributor Dave Fuller, instigator of the Music Spoken Here series in Worcester, shares his highlights from the 2025 Mostly Jazz Funk & Soul Festival.
The past year has seen alto saxophonist Martin Speake release three very different duo recording with pianists Alcyona Mick and Will Butterworth and drummer Jeff Williams (pictured).
A highly successful conclusion to the ReVibe Festival and an excellent advertisement for Black Mountain Jazz and its activities. Photograph of Reuben Carter by Debs Hancock