Kevin Whitehead

March 2, 2020

06:28

Trumpeter Jeremy Pelt Is Understated And Nuanced On 'The Art Of Intimacy, Vol. 1'

Though Pelt can certainly play uptempo with a lot of fire, he also loves to play ballads, including a batch of obscure ones. A new album showcases his more introspective side.

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February 24, 2020

09:04

Carla Bley's Trio Brings A Scaled-Down Dynamic To 'Life Goes On'

Bley spent decades leading big bands. Now in her 80s, the jazz composer and pianist has a new album with longtime pal and partner bassist Steve Swallow and English saxophonist Andy Sheppard.

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February 17, 2020

08:46

Jazz Trio's 'Pearls' Puts New-As-Can-Be Improvisations On Golden Oldies

American saxophonist Ellery Eskelin, Swiss bassist Christian Weber and German drummer Michael Griener reach back in time on their new album, improvising their way from Scott Joplin to Sweets Edison.

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Trumpeter Jeremy Pelt Is Understated And Nuanced On 'The Art Of Intimacy, Vol. 1'

Carla Bley's Trio Brings A Scaled-Down Dynamic To 'Life Goes On'

Jazz Trio's 'Pearls' Puts New-As-Can-Be Improvisations On Golden Oldies

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