Paul Robeson (1898-1976) was one of the most truly gifted stage performers of the twentieth century. He was a talented athlete, a brilliant student (valedictorian of his 19…
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Playful and smart interactions between trio members make Words and Music by the David White Trio an engaging small group effort. A Massachusetts-based guitari…
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02 Nov
The Isle of Orleans by Tim Laughlin
Sunday, 02 November 2003
Published in Traditional / New Orleans - CD Reviews
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Over the years I've heard my share of mediocre "Dixieland" bands, usually made up of players who will admit that what they do is just a hobby. In fact, I tend to shun the w…
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01 Nov
Jazz Piano of a Celtic Soul by Professor Peter O'Brien
Saturday, 01 November 2003
Published in Straight-Ahead / Classic - CD Reviews
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Professor Peter O'Brien is described in the notes for "Jazz Piano of a Celtic Soul" as an Irish national treasure. As an extraordinarily gifted and honored cl…
Guitarist Dom Minasi formed his group DDT a few years as a string trio of guitar, bass, and cello. Through this group, Minasi explored jazz along the paths la…
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