Archives: Artist Stories
Sherrie Maricle: A Powerhouse Drummer and Champion for Women in Jazz
This Women’s History Month, we are honored to recognize a true champion of Women in Jazz, award-winning drummer and band leader, Sherrie Maricle. The leader of the DIVA Jazz Orchestra (DIVA) and Five Play, Sherrie Maricle, is not only recognized as an internationally renowned jazz musician but also as a powerful advocate for women in a field that has historically been male dominated.
Conversations with Curtis, featuring Joshua Redman
We are thrilled to have acclaimed saxophonist Joshua Redman kicking off JAZZ ROOM Season 19… Here are a few highlights from Joshua’s conversation with our own Curtis Davenport.
JazzArts brings Joshua Redman Group to the Queen City to Kick Off JAZZ ROOM Season 19 on October 6-7
JazzArts Charlotte is thrilled to bring celebrated saxophonist Joshua Redman to the Queen City to launch Season 19 of its highly acclaimed monthly series – The JAZZ ROOM
“Music should be fun!” Thoughts from iliana Rose, Nuestro Tiempo Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble’s New Leader
We are thrilled to welcome iliana Rose as the new Director of our acclaimed newly introduced free, jazz education program, Nuestro Tiempo. Led by renowned Latin Jazz educators, Nuestro Tiempo students play repertoire in a Latin Jazz orchestra and learn fundamentals, Latin Jazz history and stage presence.
Lucy Yeghiazaryan: A Fresh Voice in Jazz Coming to The JAZZ ROOM!
We invite you to experience Lucy Yeghiazaryan’s performance for the first time. This is a unique opportunity to witness one of the most promising and captivating voices in jazz today.