In this Issue
University of Idaho Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival
A preview to the University of Idaho Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival and an introduction to featured artists/groups including Benny Golson, Ken Peplowski, Grace Kelly and the All Stars, the Ken Peplowski/Terell Stafford Septet, and more!
As goes New York…
John Gilbreath reviews events and happenings in the New York jazz scene as well as recipients for the NEA Jazz Masters Awards.
29th Annual Seattle Improvised Music Festival
Preview the 29th Annual Seattle Improvised Music Festival and its visiting performers Joe Morris, Matt Ingalls, Bonnie Jones, and Andrea Neumann.
Seattle Women in Jazz Festival
Preview the upcoming Seattle Women in Jazz Festival, featuring returning favorites including Clave Gringa, the MoodSwings, and events like the Latin Jazz Night featuring EntreMundos with Calve Gringa, tand the Valentine’s Day Jazz Walk.
Earshot Jazz Spring Series
Preview the Earshot Jazz Spring Series and its performances by Ralph Alessi’s Baida, Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band, and Linda Oh’s Sun Pictures.
The Blue Note: Seattle’s Black Musicians’ Union – A Pictorial History by David Keller
Review David Keller’s book “The Blue Note: Seattle’s Black Musicians’ Union – A Pictorial History” and read about some of the stand-out photography inside.
In One Ear
The In One Ear features the Cornish Playhouse, EMP executive Patty Isacson Sabee, an Icons Among Us Producer Interview, and upcoming Jazz Radio programming.
Portland Jazz Festival
The Portland Jazz Festival preview discusses groups and artists set to perform during the event including Aaron Diehl, Eliane Elias, Darrell Grant, and others!