Category: jazz styles
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.
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.
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”.
What does Jazz Mean to You?
Jazz Appreciation Month is here and we’re asking you what jazz means to the community of Charlotte.
Experiencing a Jazz Jam Session
Jam sessions have a long history in the jazz scene and have played an integral role in the development of jazz musicians and styles.