Tag: jazz history
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.
What is Latin Jazz
As we highlight the Latin Jazz Scene this month, check out a playlist and description of the most influential musicians in the genre, historically and today.
Celebrating a New Year with the Music of Carnival
More than ever, we need a way to connect, an opportunity to unite, a way to turn from the past and look at the future, a celebration of the joys of life – this just described Mardi Gras. The rhythmic heartbeat of the season of Carnival, enjoyed each year locally, famously in New Orleans, and around the globe, has become jazz. This month, we explore that beat.
Preserving the Essence of a Jazz Culture – Preservation Hall
This month, Conversations with Curtis welcomes Ben Jaffe, Creative Director at Preservation Hall. JazzArts Charlotte has celebrated our holiday at the JAZZ ROOM with the Preservation Hall All-Stars several times to sold-out crowds. They know how to bring the house down with their New Orleans traditional jazz sound. But there is much more to Preservation Hall.
More than a music camp
“We have five days to turn on the light bulb and get these students excited about jazz,” quipped Camp instructor, Dr. Michael Hackett. JazzArts Music Camp is about two things: building skills and building relationships.