Monthly Archives: August 2010

Preview: Louis the Film @ Apollo Theater

Louis Armstrong is the Subject of the Old-Fashioned Film “Louis The Movie” By Alex W. Rodriguez for the Star-Ledger Where: The Apollo Theater, 253 W. 125th St., New York When: Monday, 8 p.m. How much: $35-$50. Call (800) 745-3000 or … Continue reading

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Pete McGuinness Jazz Orchestra @ Blue Note

McGuinness’ Big Band Wows Blue Note By Alex W. Rodriguez for the Star-Ledger

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Live from the Newport Jazz Festival

This weekend, I’m hanging out at Fort Adams State Park with the WBGO/WGBH/NPR Music team, broadcasting this year’s Newport Jazz Festival. Day one is over, and I talked with NPR’s Patrick Jarenwattananon last night for a recap. You can check … Continue reading

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Greg Osby Live @ Village Vanguard

Tonight, WBGO and NPR Music are broadcasting their monthly Live @ The Village Vanguard series. This broadcast will feature saxophonist Greg Osby and his quintet of Terri Lynne Carrington on drums, Nir Felder on guitar, Marc Copland on piano and … Continue reading

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