American culture has a rich history when it comes to the art of the big band. Running through the stream of our American conscious is the influence of popular big bands dating back to the era of Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Harry James, and Glenn Miller. Duke Ellington, and to a large degree Count Basie, […]
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Three Master Jazz Performances Hit Buffalo This Week
Buffalo gets three unique visiting jazz artists and groups this week. A variety and range from mainstream to free jazz, you will have the opportunity to see and hear masterful instrumental artistry not often available. Here is more information on the special jazz artists visiting Buffalo this week: Peter Evans Peter Evans is both a […]
JazzBuffalo Review: George Caldwell And Trio East Display Masterful Jazz At Its Best
From east of the room to west of the room, George Caldwell and Trio East put on an awe-inspiring performance last night at Pausa Art House. These accomplished musicians have a history together when they toured with the Count Basie Band in the late ‘90’s. One thing we can say is they have not lost […]
