Monday, August 11, 2014

DownBeat


John Coltrane
Restless Urgency
By James Hale
A previously unreleased late-1966 concert recording of John Coltrane has given fans, critics and musicians an opportunity to reconsider where the enigmatic saxophonist was headed in the last year of his life.

Features:
Arturo O’FarrillThe Same Root
By Ted Panken
Over the course of three decades, the pianist-bandleader has evolved from an efflorescent performer into a mature impresario-maestro.


Joshua RedmanUnifying Elements
By Yoshi Kato
The 45-year-old saxophone star discusses the value of working with a tight-knit group of trustworthy musicians.


Rebirth Brass BandKeep It Goin’ Like a Heartbeat
By Jennifer Odell
In a city where traditions are held sacred, the Rebirth Brass Band—anchored by Philip and Keith Frazier—has redefined the standard for brass band music without losing sight of its heritage.

Horace Silver‘The Whole Package’
By John McDonough
As one of the major composers of jazz’s modern era, the late pianist-bandleader has a passport into the future that few working musicians can claim.

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