Riley Mulherkar, Riley
Paul de Barros reviews Riley Mulherkar’s self-titled album “Riley” released on Westerlies Records.
Nancy Erickson Lamont, Through the Passages
Akshaj Turebylu previews Nancy Erickson Lamont’s latest album “Through the Passages.”
Ray Skjelbred
Paul de Barros interviews pianist Ray Skjelbred for his upcoming book. Ray talks about his career both as a musician and a teacher.
The Essentially Ellington Experience
Hazel Beaman, a recent Earshot Jazz intern, chats with her friend Tuuli Walton who reflected on her experience at the Essentially Ellington competition in New York.
Neil Halpern
Neil Halpern, the newest member of the Earshot Jazz Board, answers some questions about his reasons for joining the board and shares about his background.
NW Summer Festivals
Several local Washington State and Oregon state summer festival are previewed. These include Jazz Port Townsend, Ellensburg Music Festival, Bellhaven Jazz Festival, Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival, and the Montavilla Jazz Festival.
Robin Holcomb
Robin Holcomb has just released a new album called “One Way or Another.” In the article Holcomb discusses the album and comments on the creative process. The author provides background on Robin’s career path, including information about her time in New York in the improvisational scene.
Changing Music Ed With “The Beth and Kelly Show”
Kerlly Clingan and Beth Fortune discuss their jazz education journey. One of their current projects is “The Beth and Kelly Show” where they interview educators. Kelly and Beth endeavor to encourage collaboration and support for both teachers and students.
