Michael Ullman
As serious a musician as he is, and as virtuosic as he can be, the naturally extroverted Christian McBride knows how to entertain, a talent generously evident in this live performance.
Guitarist Mary Halvorson and pianist Sylvie Courvoisier share a remarkable rapport on this duet album.
This session should appeal most to those who love the crashing, intemperate sound of a brass big band.
The Temple University students in this fine big band homage to the late saxophonist/composer Jimmy Heath sound professional — tight and well rehearsed. They are joined by all-stars Joey DeFrancesco and Christian McBride.
A judicious mix of jazz classics, standards, and Corea compositions, Live is a blast.
There’s a pleasing variety in this collection, which serves up valuable music that might not have otherwise been heard.
Each month, our arts critics — music, book, theater, dance, and visual arts — fire off a few brief reviews.
Ivo Perelman and Matthew Shipp’s duets will draw in and fascinate listeners who are open to intelligent, virtuosic, and intimate improvisations, simultaneously logical and free.
Each month, our arts critics — music, book, theater, dance, and visual arts — fire off a few brief reviews.
The magazine’s jazz critics look back over the past year and highlight their favorites — performances, recordings, and books.
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