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Highly Recommended Cabaret: MARILYN MAYE (Holiday Shows at Birdland Jazz Club in New York)
YES, YOU MAYE Adore, adore, adore her. You have to believe me — at 96, the great Marilyn Maye simply enchants, and holds the room in the palm of her hand. Very, very few cabaret performers have this ability (my top three are Eartha Kitt, Elaine Stritch and Ms. Maye). She recently had a sold-out…
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Highly Recommended Cabaret: MARVELOUS: AN EVENING WITH MARILYN MAYE (Hollywood’s Catalina Bar & Grill, Palm Springs’ The Purple Room, NYC’s Birdland)
Adore, adore, adore her. You have to believe me — at 95, the great Marilyn Maye simply enchants, and holds the room in the palm of her hand. Very, very few cabaret performers have this ability (my top three are Eartha Kitt, Elaine Stritch and Ms. Maye). She recently had a sold-out show at Carnegie…
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VINTAGE MEETS VIRAL: HOW PMJ HAS MASTERED THE ART OF SOCIAL MEDIA IN A RETRO STYLE
Postmodern Jukebox (PMJ) has carved out a unique corner of the internet, skillfully merging the sounds and aesthetics of bygone musical eras with the digital reach of modern-day social media. Founded in 2010 by jazz pianist and arranger Scott Bradlee, PMJ began as a grassroots project in a basement apartment, reimagining contemporary pop hits in…
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Highly Recommended Screening: MUSIC BY JOHN WILLIAMS (West Coast Exclusive at El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood)
GET READY TO BE INSPIRED Music By John Williams, an all-new documentary on the life and career of the legendary composer, will have a limited theatrical release, but beginning Friday, the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood will be showing a West Coast Exclusive in a limited engagement November 1-7, 2024. From his early days as…
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Highly Recommended Album: JASON ROBERT BROWN AND STEPHEN SONDHEIM: LIVE IN CONCERT (Streaming & Vinyl)
Today, Concord Theatricals Recordings released the audio recording of Jason Robert Brown and Stephen Sondheim: Live in Concert on digital platforms worldwide. Recorded in June 2019, the album captures Broadway stars performing the music and lyrics of Jason Robert Brown and Stephen Sondheim alongside the songwriters themselves, in what would become Sondheim’s final public performance. The album will be available on 2-LP…
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Highly Recommended Album: CONTINUUM (Víkingur Òlafsson)
Víkingur í“lafsson has just completed his world tour with Bach’s Goldberg Variations (see Stage and Cinema‘s review) and is already releasing six new interpretations of the composer’s music, four of which he arranged himself. He recorded the piano arrangements of Bach’s sacred music in Reykjavík’s Harpa concert hall in January. í“lafsson states, “When I play…
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Recommended Concert: OPENING NIGHT WITH BERNADETTE PETERS (Pacific Symphony Pops at Segerstom Concert Hall)
Let her entertain you! Legendary Broadway, film and TV star Bernadette Peters returns to Pacific Symphony at Segerstrom Concert Hall for two nights — Friday-Saturday, Nov. 1 and 2, at 8 — to open the 2024-25 Pops Season, led by Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yaí±ez for the second year. Dazzling with show tunes and masterpieces…
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THE EVOLUTION OF POP STANDARDS: FROM THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK TO TODAY’S HITS
Pop music has been the soundtrack to countless moments in history, weaving its way into the lives of generations. From the timeless melodies of the Great American Songbook to the chart-topping hits of today, pop standards have evolved significantly. Yet, despite changing trends and styles, there’s an enduring appeal to these songs that keeps listeners…
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Extras: THE RISE OF FREE SAMPLE PACKS IN MUSIC PRODUCTION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Sound sample packs are undoubtedly a valuable resource for all producers and musicians. Icing on the cake, when these sample packs are available for free, the excitement and happiness of musicians knows no bounds. Many budding musicians and new producers have taken advantage of free sample packs. However, what concerns most professionals is whether these…
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Highly Recommended Album: BIRD IN KANSAS CITY (Charlie Parker: Rare Recordings from 1941-1951)
KANSAS CITY, BIRD IN KANSAS CITY HERE IT COMES Verve Records is releasing Bird in Kansas City globally on October 25, 2024 on vinyl, CD, and digitally. It’s an album featuring a new set of rare recordings dating from between 1941-1951. Much of this collection has never been heard before and some recordings have never even…
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Music: HOW TO ARRANGE MUSIC: FROM RAW IDEAS TO POLISHED MASTERPIECES
Arranging music is an art form that transforms a simple idea into a complete and polished composition. The process involves carefully selecting and organizing the musical elements to create a cohesive and impactful piece. Whether you’re working on a single track or a full album, understanding the principles of music arrangement can help you bring…
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Highly Recommended Album: WANDERERS LIKE ME (The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys)
BLUEGRASS HEAVEN Beneath the steel strings and steely demeanor exemplifying the spirit of bluegrass lies the heart of a wanderer: the heartbroken rambler looking for the next big break and the next story to tell. The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys’ new record Wanderers Like Me – out August 16 – is a quintessential bluegrass record, full of melodies…
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Highly Recommended Album: JOHN WILLIAMS IN TOKYO
30 years after his last visit to Japan, John Williams returned for two special concerts – one in Matsumoto and one in Tokyo – marking his debut with the world-famous Saito Kinen Orchestra, with selections from his beloved film scores, and reuniting with his longtime friend, world-renowned conductor Seiji Ozawa. The second of these concerts…
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Extras | Music: CLASSICAL GUITAR VS. ACOUSTIC GUITAR: WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU PICK?
When you first start looking for guitars, the main dilemma begins when you are introduced to classical and acoustic guitars. The reason is they all look similar at first sight. So, if you are eager to know which is the best classical guitar for beginners and the acoustic guitar as well? Keep your worry aside…
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Highly Recommended Album: ART TATUM — JEWELS IN THE TREASURE BOX: THE 1953 CHICAGO BLUE NOTE JAZZ CLUB RECORDINGS (Resonance Records)
From Resonance Records, Jewels in the Treasure Box: The 1953 Chicago Blue Note Jazz Club Recordings is a previously unissued 3-LP collection of recordings from jazz icon and virtuosic pianist, Art Tatum, captured live at the Blue Note jazz club in Chicago in March of 1953 with guitarist Everett Barksdale and bassist Slam Stewart. Transferred from the original tape reels…
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Highly Recommended Album: A LADY WITH A SONG (Amber Weekes Celebrates Nancy Wilson)
On A Lady With a Song, Amber Weekes pays homage to one of her inspirations, Nancy Wilson, while welcoming such all-stars as guitarists Russell Malone and Paul Jackson Jr., tenor-saxophonists Gerald Albright and Rickey Woodard, and Justo Almario on flute. Arranged and produced by Mark Cargill, who also plays violin, the wide-ranging program features Weekes’…
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Highly Recommended Album: CONGO LAMENT (Isrea Butler)
Count Basie Orchestra trombonist Isrea Butler has released a 6-track album rich in sublime sophistication and delivered by a stunning quartet. Congo Lament — available on Bandcamp and all major streaming platforms — primarily features compositions by Bennie Green and saxophonist Ike Quebec. Fellow Basie bandmate, tenor saxophonist Doug Lawrence, whose conversations with Butler led…
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Extras | Music: 7 PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR GETTING DISCOVERED AS A MUSICIAN
Being a musician is challenging, and getting discovered is one of the hardest aspects. It can be a long and winding path, but keep in mind that many artists have done it before! This article will help you get discovered and achieve your dream of being a successful musician. Whether you’re a singer, songwriter, or…
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Highly Recommended Concert: WILLOW WITH ORCHESTRA (presented by LA Phil at The Ford on October 25, 2024)
Hey, Los Angeles, a trailblazer is coming to town. An L.A. native and the child of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith, Willow Camille Reign Smith, also known mononymously as Willow, is coming to The Ford with the Color of Noize Orchestra conducted by Derrick Hodge to reimagine hits like “Whip My Hair,” “Wait a…
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Highly Recommended Album: PETE TOWNSHEND LIVE IN CONCERT 1985-2001 (Expanded 14-CD Box Set and Digital)
GO TO TOWNSHEND PETE TOWNSHEND LIVE IN CONCERT 1985-2001, an expanded 14-CD Box Set and digital set featuring seven long-out-of-print live albums by Pete Townshend, will be released on July 26, 2024, and are available for pre-order here. Newly remastered by Jon Astley, the set gathers together for the first time all of the live…
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