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The article highlights ropeadope's journey and achievements. Topics include the label's 25th-anniversary milestone and its eclectic approach to jazz and other genres, the creation of the "Synthesis: The String Quartet Sessions" during the pandemic, and the label's commitment to individuality and community while supporting artists in the music industry.

The article discusses the challenges and rewards of cultivating large ensemble jazz culture, particularly for independent operators lacking institutional support, highlighting Christopher Zuar's new album "Exuberance" as a testament to dedication and creativity amidst adversity, featuring sophisticated ensemble arrangements and a narrative journey reflecting personal growth and collaboration with his partner, animator Anne Beal.

The article focuses on bassist Stephan Crump's innovative project "Slow Water," a conceptual suite inspired by bodies of water and environmental themes. Topics include the influence of Erica Gies' book "Water Always Wins" on the project's theme and structure, Crump's personal connection to various bodies of water, and his exploration of a unique "chamber jazz" style that blends jazz with classical and new music elements.

GRP may have built its reputation on the accessible strains of contemporary jazz, but to define the label solely by the standards of that genre in 1992 would be inaccurate. […]

The article discusses the life and career of American jazz guitarist Ryan Meagher. Topics explored include his collaboration with artist Tina Granzo on his 2023 music album "AftEarth," the recognition earned by the eclectic music style, and brief details about his music influences and role as artistic director of the Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble (PJCE).

The article focuses on the profile of the jazz musician Anthony Branker whose project of album for music label Origin Records has been imbued with music lessons learned. Topics discussed include music album "What Place Can Be For Us? A Suite In Ten Movements" by Branker, musical lineage of Branker including music director Uncle Rupert, and philosophy as composer of jazz by Branker.

The article presents information related to pianist Emmet Cohen and the making of his new album "Uptown in Orbit." Cohen comments on activities involved in the making of the album including learning and rehearsing music, and enhancing the sound and video quality. It refers to Cohen's education in jazz and classical piano. According to Cohen, he is inspired by trumpeter Sean Jones and saxophonist Patrick Bartley as artists rather than as instrumentalists.

An interview with Cuban jazz pianist Chucho Valdés is presented. He talks about the relationship between his jazz pianist father, Bebo, and jazz musician Nat King Cole. He discusses his new album as of November 2013 titled "Border-Free." He explains how his father influenced him as a musician, as well as in forming his musical voice. INSET: COMBINED AFRO-CUBAN ENERGIES.

An interview with jazz musicians Eddie Daniels and Roger Kellaway is presented. According to Daniels and Kellaway, their respective decision to live away from cities was prompted by the need for space and quiet. According to Kellaway, his trio has been without a drummer for 10 years. Daniels states that their album "Duke at the Roadhouse" was recorded live so there was no way to fix anything. Daniels reveals that he and Kellaway met during a concert at the New York University.

The article features jazz artist Wayne Shorter, who was won four awards in the periodical's 2013 Critics Poll. Shorter topped the categories for Jazz Artist, Jazz Album, Jazz Group and Soprano Saxophone. He has released his first Blue Note album, "Without A Net," in over four decades, which was considered the finest recording by his long-standing quartet. Shorter has also been making steps into the jazz-classical side of his musical being.

The article features the Los Angeles, California-based jazz saxophonist Pete Christlieb. The saxophonist is known as an artist who worked with big bands, recording sessions and in-house playing for television and motion pictures including "The Tonight Show." He collaborated with his wife, Linda Small, for the album "High on You," with bassist Jim Hughat and with Donald Fagen and Walter Becker for the show.

The article profiles American guitarist John McLaughlin. It reveals that McLaughlin started his career in jazz music when jazz drummer Tony Williams, upon the advice of fellow drummer Jack DeJohnette, hired him as member of his band. Accordingly, McLaughlin recorded the classic 1970 acoustic album "My Goal's Beyond" as he launched Mahavishnu Orchestra, his own electric initiating fusion band.

The article offers information on the core philosophy employed by various jazz drummers in their music styles. David King, drummer of The Bad Plus and Happy Apple, believes that musicians should consider the elemental energy of the drums. Drummer Tyshawn Sorey blends the intricacy and energy of music through new improvisational concepts.

Profiles jazz musician Herbie Hancock. Biographic profile; Background in the music field; Sense and style of music; Influences in becoming a jazz performer; Citation of his achievements and his music projects and gigs; Comments of Hancock regarding the release of his new album entitled "Possibilities."

Focuses on the musical collaboration of jazz instrumentalists, Joey DeFrancesco and Jimmy Smith in the sound recording entitled "Legacy." Reputations; Producer of the album; Performance styles.

Profiles percussionist Poncho Sanchez. Receipt of the Percussionist of the Year award from "DownBeat" magazine; Recording and release of the album "Out of Sight!"; Personal history; Number of albums recorded; Influence on other jazz musicians; Achievements in the Latin jazz genre.

Profiles jazz musicians Donald Fagen and Walter Becker in the U.S. Career experiences; Lists of albums produced; Memory of their performances.

Relates the rise and fall of Weather Report, considered as the best jazz band of the past 30 years. Career history; Legacy; Music; Recordings. INSET: Shifting Winds..

Interviews American jazz musician Chick Corea. Discussion on 'Eye of the Beholder,' album of Corea's band Elektric Band; Incorporation of acoustic elements in the album; Comparison of the album to 'Light Years'; Corea's selected discography.

Interviews jazz musician Herbie Hancock. Turning points in Hancock's music; Collaborations with other jazz artists; Views on pop music; Influences; Impact on technology on music; Role of music education; Exploration of synthesizer music; Impact of the film "Round Midnight" on jazz. INSETS: HERBIE HANCOCK SELECTED DISCOGRAPHY.;HERBIE HANCOCK'S EQUIPMENT..

Interviews jazz musician, Joe Zawinul. Significance of the title of his new album; Reasons why he dropped the Weather Update concept; Comments on the entry of new members to a jazz group he previously joined.

Features jazz musician Tierney Sutton and the challenges of building a singing career on the West Coast. Biographic profile; Family and career background; Sense and style of music; Citation of Sutton's music performance and gigs; Achievements and awards.

The article focuses on the 90th anniversary of DownBeat, celebrating jazz history and highlighting emerging artists like Laufey, Isaiah Collier, and Samara Joy. Topics include Laufey's international tour following her Grammy-winning album "Bewitched," Isaiah Collier's musical evolution and upcoming releases, and Samara Joy's rapid rise in jazz vocalism and early career achievements.

Profiles jazz musician and guitarist Al Di Meola of the United States. Career history; Technical prowess possessed by Di Meola; Pursuit of the field of jazz-rock pyrotechnics through the 1970s and the early 1980s; Albums recorded; Rejections and indifference from the record industry.

Profiles jazz musician, Don Cherry. Reputation and popularity; Life story; Career background; Interest in music; Musical influences; Details of how his career began; Appearances in several jazz festivals; Music albums and releases; Comparison with other musicians; Views about the industry; Achievements and contributions to the jazz music industry; Concerts and live performances.

Describes the events and activities during the Montreal Jazz Festival in several locations in Montreal, Quebec. Instrumentalists and musicians who performed; Profile on several musicians and bands; Comparison of performances and playing styles; Songs performed; Brief history of the festival; Activities for the event; Trends and developments in jazz; Instruments played.

The article focuses on the Norwegian jazz festival Vossa Jass Festival on March 23-25, 2018 in the U.S. It highlights the different activities of the event which celebrated its 45th edition with American artists and the performances of drummer Kresten Osgood, guitarist Mary Halvorson and bassist Arild Andersen. It also mentions the advantage of the festival as it commemorates Norwegian and Scandinavian scenes.

The article discusses the importance of Vienna in the music history. We noted that the city's oldest, more traditional-oriented Jazzland and the world-renowned, programmatically adventurous Porgy & Bess have been significant club hubs in the city. It is noted that the city's most celebrated artists, late Joe Zawinul got into the Vienna jazz club scene late in life.

The article offers information on the performances in the 37th edition of the Vossa Jazz Festival that was held on March 26-28, 2010 in Voss, Norway. It states that keyboardist Jon Balke played his "Extremjazz," exposing a symbiotic accord between music. It also mentions that Swedish pianist Bobo Stenson delivered his solo piano performance at the city's musical school, Osasalen of the Ole Bull Academy. It adds that a classical solo was performed by pianist Allan Broadbent.

The article focuses on the performance "A Night of the Beats," featuring the beat poets and jazz musicians at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, California during the "West Coast, Left Coast" festival in December 2009.

The article profiles jazz saxophonist and composer Jonathan Rowden. Topics discussed include his ability to create opportunities outside the usual mainstream channels, his launch of a nonprofit organization called Tear it Down, and his side electro-acoustic trio WYR and their concert film "Terranigma."

The article offers information on the 40th anniversary of Umeå Jazz Festival in Sweden on October 22-26, 2008. It states that the festival affirmed what makes Umeå a significant stop on the European festival circuit. The event was a fine place to check in on the changing landscape of jazz from Scandinavia and the rest of Europe. The festival featured various jazz artists such as saxophonist Mats Gustafsson, pianist Alexander von Schlippenbach and trumpeter Axel Dörner.

Profiles Chris Walden, a jazz bandleader. Jazz training; Musical influences; Career in film scoring.

Highlights the 20th anniversary of Festival International de Musique Actuelle de Victoriaville in Quebec. Performance of the popular band Nouvel Ensemble Moderne; Role of Michel Levasseur as event organizer; Names of jazz musicians participated in the event.

The article profiles Maja S.K. Ratkje, a composer and collaborative improviser in jazz and contemporary music. Topics discussed include some of the bands and musicians she performed with, performing in a live concert at the FIMAV festival in Victoriaville, Quebec in May 2014, born and grew up in Trondheim and partnered with exploratory musician Tafjord to form SPUNK in 1993.

The article reports on the highlights of the Berlin Jazz Fest, held on November 2-6, 2011. The festival featured various artists, including jazz trumpeter Tomasz Stanko, solo pianist Leszek Mozdzer, trumpeter Dave Douglas, and Steve Swallow's band. Other performances during the festival were rendered by Greek vocalist Maria Farantouri, the National Danish Radio big band, and pianist-composer Ola Tomaszewska.

The article offers information on the educational programs offered by the Los Angeles Music Academy (LAMA) in Pasadena, California. It notes that the school has added more instructors to its jazz faculty including the former head of the vocal jazz program at the University of Southern Carolina Tierney Sutton. School president Tom Aylesbury states that jazz music is a big attraction for international students who was trained and lived their entire lives as jazz musicians.

The article reports on the holding of an all-star tribute concert for jazz musician Horace Silver at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, California. The affair focused on Silver's hard-bop, cool jazz and boogaloo music that mostly came from the 1950s-1960s. The musicians who participated in the event included Christian McBride, Cedar Walton and Ralph Humphries.

The article highlights the 2006 Festival International Musique Actuelle de Victoriaville in Quebec held May 18 to 22. It reports on the performance of Fieldwork's Steve Lehman with pianist Vijay Iyer and drummer Tyshawn Sorey. Mandarin Movie offered a set of jazz-rock-free music. The article highlights the performance of other jazz artists.

Profiles saxophonist, Tim Berne. Career in jazz music; Music influences; Reputation and popularity in the industry; Musical vision; Style in playing and performing; Music releases; Concerts.

Pays tribute to jazz musician Joe Williams who died on March 29, 1999. Brief profile of Williams; Career background; Guest appearances on several television programs.