Steve Elman
A baker’s dozen of recordings worth hearing . . . maybe even owning.
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Composer/pianist Anthony Coleman’s meticulous crafting made every second worthwhile.
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A kaleidoscopic small-band adventure led by one of the world’s great clarinetists, and a superbly-played set by Ben Wendel’s dynamic quintet.
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It was supposed to be an evening of sheer virtuosity, and that’s what it was.
Read MoreIt’s clear these four musicians love playing together. As long as the magic lasts, it’s well worth your hearing.
Read MoreIn two new releases, Jane Ira Bloom and Brian Carpenter complete their work on self-defined projects that are tonics for a time of trouble.
Read MoreIf you want to know how exquisitely intuition and structure can be balanced, you could hardly do better than to hear these two new discs.
Read MoreThese three area pianists offer up a mini-festival of satisfying keyboard music.
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Commentary and Preview: The Shrinking Scene v. Jazz Week and the Thelonious Monkfish Jazz Festival
I try to be optimistic, but it’s hard not to observe that the jazz club scene in eastern Massachusetts is worse than it’s been in decades.
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