Spotlight: Día Real, Tanaóra

The Spotlight Series highlights upcoming Latin Jazz musicians that have yet to reach national recognition. Many of these musicians thrive in local scenes and some tour in support of releases. All these musicians contribute greatly to the overall Latin Jazz scene, and they deserve our “spotlighted” attention. Día Real Tanaóra Moondo Records Listeners often criticize the difference between commercial...

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Latin Jazz This Week

Latin Jazz This Week will bring you a weekly look into news from the Latin Jazz world. You’ll find new releases, recommended performances, web finds, and more. You can check out some current sounds in the Listening Center tab at the top of the page. Performance dates will be kept in the Live Latin...

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Album of the Week: El Viaje, Pedro Giraudo Jazz Orchestra

El Viaje Pedro Giraudo Jazz Orchestra Great Latin Jazz composers derive inspiration from a variety of sources, and when it strikes, they rely upon elements from their musical toolbox to clearly express their thoughts and emotions. Strong melodies often form the core of a piece’s mood, expressing the heart of the composer’s inspiration and guiding the...

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6 Latin Jazz Tracks That Feature Guitarist Edgardo Miranda

Guitarists are few and far between in the Latin Jazz world, but Edgardo Miranda used his vast array of skills to make a career as a guitar player in the genre. His mastery of both Afro-Cuban and Puerto Rican rhythms formed the foundation of his playing, helping him spin authentic phrases in improvisations and...

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Looking Back Upon The Latin Jazz World’s Losses In 2009

2009 is still young, but already it has been a memorable year. We’ve some outstanding music from established Latin Jazz artists, who continue to take Latin Jazz and push it into the future. Marlon Simon’s Afrocuban & Live, Wayne Wallace’s Infinity, and Claudio Roditi’s Brazilliance x4 are just a few of the albums...

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Latin Jazz This Week

Latin Jazz This Week will bring you a weekly look into news from the Latin Jazz world. You’ll find new releases, recommended performances, web finds, and more. You can check out some current sounds in the Listening Center tab at the top of the page. Performance dates will be kept in the Live Latin...

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5 Albums That Remember Bay Area Latin Jazz Saxophonist Ron Stallings (1947 – 2009)

Bay Area saxophonist Ron Stallings made a huge impact upon the broad San Francisco music scene, spending several decades contributing high-level musicality to Latin Jazz and beyond. Born in Houston, Texas in 1947, Stallings moved to San Francisco at the age of 8; right away, the city’s diverse musical environment inspired him and opened...

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Focusing The Spotlight: Yuri Juarez & Tutuma Social Club

Our current Spotlight Artist Yuri Juarez brings his brand of Afro-Peruvian Jazz into the world for the first time on his album Afroperuano, but he is hardly a stranger to the growing style. He played a major role in the stellar recording by trumpet player Gabriel Alegria, Nuevo Mundo, serving as the primary harmonic...

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Latin Jazz This Week

Latin Jazz This Week will bring you a weekly look into news from the Latin Jazz world. You’ll find new releases, recommended performances, web finds, and more. You can check out some current sounds in the Listening Center tab at the top of the page. Performance dates will be kept in the Live Latin...

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Album of the Week: Brazilliance x4, Claudio Roditi

Brazilliance x4 Claudio Roditi Resonance Records An artistic encounter of sympathetic musical personalities can inspire fine performances from all involved, often bringing unexpected qualities to the surface and almost always guaranteeing unforgettable recordings. Many professional musicians spend the majority of their time working with high quality collaborators, and they often explore interesting artistic avenues through brief gatherings...

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Congratulations To The Winners Of The Eddie Palmieri Tickets!

Congratulations to our winners in the giveaway for the free Eddie Palmieri tickets. New LJC subscribers Susan Pereira and Vic Godoy will be checking out Mr. Palmieri at SOB’s in New York at the 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. shows respectively. It should be a fantastic show; we’ll be looking forward to hearing...

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Latin Jazz Conversations: Mitch Frohman (Part 3)

When a musician develops a reputation as a reliable sideman, a strong leader, and an exciting artistic voice, the musical world seems ripe with opportunities. They reach the first call spot for numerous top-notch bands, finding a regular stream of work in an artistically invigorating environment. Other musicians rely upon them as subs...

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Latin Jazz Conversations: Mitch Frohman (Part 2)

When a group of musicians share a common background, musical philosophy, or goal, the music that they create often shines with a special glow. Their shared experiences allow them to find sympathetic ideals that make the process of music making an easier experience. They can listen more closely and blend tone, phrasing, and...

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Latin Jazz Conversations: Mitch Frohman (Part 1)

Wind players that travel through the Latin Jazz world gain a totally different experience than most rhythm section players. While the rhythm section players garner much of the spotlight due to the music’s percussive intensity, wind players work as the sidemen, providing the music’s stable side. The great wind players certainly turn up...

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Latin Jazz This Week

Latin Jazz This Week will bring you a weekly look into news from the Latin Jazz world. You’ll find new releases, recommended performances, web finds, and more. You can check out some current sounds in the Listening Center tab at the top of the page. Performance dates will be kept in the Live Latin...

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Album of the Week: Canción Para Mi Amor, Scott Oakley Y Sus Incomparables

Canción Para Mi Amor Scott Oakley Y Sus Incomparables Invisible Music Latin piano styles have a rich and complex background, full of colorful musicians and diverse performance aesthetics - its a world that appeals strongly to many jazz pianists, but one that takes some serious study to master. Experienced jazz pianists walk into the style with some...

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Win Free Tickets To Eddie Palmieri’s Performance At SOB’s New York!

Latin Jazz Corner and SOB’s nightclub in New York are joining forces and giving two loyal LJC readers free tickets to attend Eddie Palmieri’s performance next Thursday night, April 16th.This legendary Latin Jazz pianist will be making a rare nightclub appearance and you can bet that the intimate setting will only intensify his explosive musical...

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Spotlight: Afroperuano, Yuri Juarez

The Spotlight Series highlights upcoming Latin Jazz musicians that have yet to reach national recognition. Many of these musicians thrive in local scenes and some tour in support of releases. All these musicians contribute greatly to the overall Latin Jazz scene, and they deserve our “spotlighted” attention. Afroperuano Yuri Juarez Saponegro Records When a new style of Latin Jazz...

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