Augustin Hadelich has the feeling of this music – its bittersweet melodic phrases, dancing riffs, and restrained passion – well in hand.
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Jazz Album Review: “That’s What Happened, 1982-1985” — Miles Davis Makes up for Lost Time
This three-disc set provides a fascinating look behind the curtain at one of the great bandleaders in jazz history putting together his groups, seeing what they can do from multiple angles, and building a new musical concept from scratch.
Classical Album Review: “John Adams” — Mastering the Style of an Iconic American Composer
This recording presents one of the most lucid and well-programmed portraits of John Adams to emerge, well, in a long while.
Concert Review: Bobby Weir and the Wolf Brothers — Transforming the Legacy of the Grateful Dead
As far as tour openers go, the concert on Friday presented no signs of a band holding back or slow to gain speed.
Music Interview: Singer Songwriter Robin Lane on a “Dirt Road to Heaven”
Singer and songwriter Robin Lane talks about the genesis of her new album. She will be performing live around New England with a new ensemble.
Classical Album Review: Khachaturian Piano Music
Soviet Armenian composer Aram Khachaturian, at his best, was compelling. Granted, he wasn’t working at this level in every piece. But most of his bigger works are better than not.
Classical Album Review: Composer Derek Bermel’s “Intonations” — Turning Acerbity and Complexity on Their Heads
For Derek Bermel fans, Intonations is a must. For new music enthusiasts and the otherwise curious – ditto.
Music Interview: Chatting With Squeeze’s Glenn Tilbrook
“I remember playing the Rathskeller. I think that was the second gig we had in the US. I remember what a dive that was. I remember how really exciting it was to be there. Just the promise, the potential.”
Jazz Album Review: Keith Jarrett’s “Bordeaux Concert” — A Varied Masterpiece
Given Keith Jarrett’s current disability, this new ECM recording is an unexpected gift to his fans.
Jazz Preview: The Scene Lives! — Local Jazz in the Months to Come
Get out there and hear some live music. It’s the best gift you can give to your ears.