Discover the story of a legendary jazz guitarist and composer from Indiana. Wes Montgomery was born in Indianapolis on March 6, 1923, and rose from humble beginnings to become one […]
In a week that the jazz world celebrated the centennial of the mighty tenor saxophonist Dexter Gordon and was saddened by the loss of jazz saxophonist giant Wayne Shorter, Ricky […]
March marks the annual celebration of Women’s History Month. We take time to recognize and celebrate the contributions and accomplishments of women in advancing our societies. Celebrating the social, cultural, […]
(Special guest author/contributor, Pete Mason of NYS Music, authors an in-depth article depicting a special visit to Buffalo by Duke Ellington in November of 1943.) On Saturday, November 27, 1943, Duke […]
For many jazz fans throughout the world, Duke Ellington is regarded as one of the most influential composers and arrangers of the 20th century and in jazz history. There isn’t […]
CHICAGO (AP) — Renowned jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis, whose music entertained fans over a more than 60-year career that began with the Ramsey Lewis Trio and made him one of […]
One of the long-time figures in the jazz scene in Buffalo has died after a brief illness related to an aneurysm. Charles Reedy became a central figure over many decades […]
The jazz legend, Herbie Hancock fulfills the wishes of many in the audience. The diverse audience of over 1800 strong leaped to its feet in thunderous applause and shouts. The […]
I had a dream that the jazz gods, for reasons unknown, looked upon me with disfavor (perhaps they read and disliked my jazz articles). A trial was held and I […]
Prologue: At the time of Dupree Bolton’s first major recording project in 1959, on the classic Harold Land session that yielded “The Fox,” there was really no useful information about […]
