Chicago Jazz Philharmonic | Collective Creativity

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African American, Chicago, Conductor, Orbert Davis, Trumpet

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic | Collective Creativity – [3Sixteen Records, 2009]

Orbert Davis’ “Collective Creativity” is the long awaited debut CD by

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic

(CJP), a barrier-breaking and genre-bending 55+ piece symphonic jazz orchestra that has the flexibility, instrumentation and talent to perform music ranging from big band classics to symphonic works. With a virtuosic mastery of diverse stylist requirements, the CJP possesses the skill to perform in an exciting arena that bridges classical music and jazz.

The new disc is a synthesis of these talents. Featuring AACM members Nicole Mitchell, Ari Brown, Ed Wilkerson and Mwata Bowden, the movements of the “Collective Creativity” Suite recall the tragedy of human bondage; reflect the significance of community and collaboration; represents unity and diversity; promotes the importance of individuality; and emphasizes legacy and heritage. There’s also a special guest appearance by vocalist Terisa Griffin.

Ron Carter – Finding the Right Notes (Paperback)

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Acoustic Bass, African American, Bass, Dan Ouellette, Ron Carter

Ron Carter, Finding the Right Notes

Ron Carter | Finding the Right Notes – (Paperback by Dan Ouellette, 2009)

Ron Carter, consummate musician and gentleman shares his remarkable journey into the pantheon of jazz greats in the just released Ron Carter: Finding the Right Notes, penned by veteran jazz journalist Dan Ouellette. Much like the bassist’s own propensity for moving the genre forward, this project takes the very tradition of biography forward with its multi-platform approach to storytelling. Though the book can be purchased online, the experience doesn’t end with the written word. Publisher ArtistShare incorporates new media elements such as podcasts, streaming video and audio clips, as well as exclusive photo galleries on the project websites.

Visit, RonCarterBass.com for information about this legendary bassist.

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Sabrina Malherios | New Morning

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Brazilian Music, Female Vocalist, Jazz, Sabrina Malherios

The talented vocalist, Sabrina Malherios returns with her exquisite sophomore offering on Far Out Recording titled “New Morning.” For those of you who adore the breezy, intriguing, sexy and fascinating sounds of Brazilian music then “New Morning” will indeed satisfy your appetite for this wonderful collection of songs. ~ The Urban Flux

Sabrina Malherios | New Morning – [Far Out Recordings, 2008]

Sabrina Malherios, New Morning

This album is a breath of fresh air. Uplifting and full of Brazilian goodtime grooves, this album brings you a taste of summer.

Produced once again by Daniel “DJ Venom” Maunick (son of Incognito’s Bluey), Sabrina’s follow-up to 2005’s “Equilibria” mixes retro jazz-soul with retooled bossa grooves.

There’s something about a light, clear and rather knowing female voice floating over a shunting neo-African rhythm that speaks powerfully to the Brazilian soul.

In the Sixties, Astrud Gilberto made this sound global with “The Girl from Ipanema“, and a generation later, “Bebel Gilberto” gave it a digital makeover, opening the floodgates to a wave of cool-voiced sirens.

Her pleasing but rather bland voice struggles on a version of Carole King’s “It’s Too Late“, and the sequencing of the album is a little puzzling, with many of the best songs left to the end. But the arrangements for strings, brass and woodwind by the veteran Arthur Verocai on six of the 12 tracks are the real delight, adding rare distinction.