Jan 19, 2023 10:29 AM
Blindfold Test: Jason Marsalis
Drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, in town with the New Orleans Groovemasters, took time for a listening session and…
“Often, the vibraphone can create this abstract, mellow mood,” says Marsalis, shown here with journalist Michael Jackson.
Jan 19, 2023 10:29 AM
Drummer/vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, in town with the New Orleans Groovemasters, took time for a listening session and…
Jamaaladeen Tacuma, one of 52 grant recipients, received $40,000 to return to his hometown in North Carolina and create a music work space .
Oct 19, 2021 3:41 PM
South Arts, a nonprofit regional arts organization, awarded $2 million in grants in October to support jazz musicians…
Claudia Acuña will perform on March 6 in honor of International Women’s Day.
Mar 1, 2021 10:59 AM
As performers look to replace income from lost gigs and regain a sense of community amid the coronavirus pandemic, some…
SFJAZZ is set to stream duo performances by pianist Kenny Barron on Friday.
Feb 15, 2021 3:36 PM
As performers look to replace income from lost gigs and regain a sense of community amid the coronavirus pandemic, a…
Allan Harris is among the performers planning to stream live sets this week.
Jun 22, 2020 8:54 AM
As performers look to replace income from lost gigs and regain a sense of community amid the coronavirus pandemic, a…
Terri Lyne Carrington and Social Science are among the groups planning to stream live sets this week.
May 21, 2020 9:50 AM
As performers look to replace income from lost gigs and regain a sense of community amid the coronavirus pandemic, a…
Branford (left), Wynton, Delfeayo and Jason Marsalis perform during a New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival set honoring their father, Ellis, who played piano with the ensemble.
May 9, 2019 9:42 AM
In 1970, Mahalia Jackson surprised attendees of the first New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival by jumping in on vocals…
Pianist Marcus Roberts interprets the music of John Coltrane on a new trio album.
Nov 22, 2017 10:25 AM
Say the name “John Coltrane” and what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Probably it’s that majestic tenor…
