Category: jazz musicians
Jelly Roll Morton’s “Spanish Tinge” Cuban Rhythms & Jazz Roots
American jazz has always been a dialogue—between Africa and the Americas, New Orleans and Havana, composition and clave. Hispanic Heritage Month is a perfect time to spotlight how Cuban music helped shape the sound we teach and celebrate today.
Sean Mason Explores the Duality of Life in His New Album
Charlottean and JazzArts alum Sean Mason is a familiar face to local supporters who watched his musical growth over the past decade. Last week he took some time while on his “When You Wish Upon a Star” tour to talk about the roots of his new album, The Southern Suite, which releases on October 27.
The History of Jazz Vibes
The vibraphone, or “vibes” as it is commonly referred to, first appeared in the early 20th century. It was initially used in vaudeville music but found its way into jazz around the 1930s, adding a new textural layer to the jazz soundscape.
The Music of Cuba, First-Hand
JazzArts Charlotte CEO Lonnie Davis participated in an immersive cultural visit to Cuba
Flutist Itai Kriss, Telavana, & Eclectic Inspiration
Born in Israel, Mr. Kriss has been a vital part of the New York jazz family, for over 20 years. The renowned jazz journalist, Marc Myers, in his Jazzwax blog, called Mr. Kriss “one of the most exciting new flutist composers on the scene”.