Guitarist Julian Lage Launches an Ambitious 2012 with NPR's "Toast of the Nation" Broadcast

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Julian Lage [photo credit: Ingrid Hertfelder]

New Years Eve Performance Introduces New Group

Featuring Bassist Larry Grenadier and Drummer Eric Harland 

 Lage's Working Ensemble to Make Winter Jazzfest Debut

at New York's Sullivan Hall, January 6

Following significant activity in 2011, which included the release of his critically acclaimed album Gladwell and national/international tours with vibraphonist Gary Burton as well as his own ensemble (among other highlights), virtuoso guitarist Julian Lage has yet another ambitious year planned for 2012. He most recently unveiled a new group and will continue to perform with his working ensemble, the Julian Lage Group.

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54th Annual GRAMMY Award Jazz Category Nominations!

I know that all of you (ok, maybe just a few of you :P) have been waiting with bated breath for the announcement of the jazz nominees for the 2012 GRAMMY Awards!

Here are the four (4) categories that remain in the genre. Keep in mind that NARAS decided to eliminate the "Best Contemporary Jazz Album" and "Best Latin Jazz Album" back in the Spring of 2011.

What do you think about the nominees this year? Any surprises for you?

Good luck to all of the nominees!

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Jazz Organizer SEARCH & RESTORE Launches New Web Site!

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SEARCH & RESTORE Launches New Web Site and Kicks-Off Second Major Fundraising Campaign

Gumption is an old fashioned word, so it’s odd that it aptly fits the ongoing efforts of the squad behind Search & Restore, a new-fangled team of arts advocates bent on raising the visibility of new jazz and improvised music. With the much-anticipated relaunch of its Web site (www.searchandrestore.com), and the kick-off of its second major fundraising campaign, the S&R team, led by musician/organizer/entrepreneur Adam Schatz, is proving that their mission remains fueled by a blend of vision and effort.

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U.S. Jazz & Blues Performances for May 10-16, 2010

Good morning!

♥Happy Mother's Day♥ to all mothers, grandmothers and great-grandmothers celebrating it around the world!

Check it out ☛ Sonny Rollins, Mingus Orchestra, Fred Hersch (with Nancy King), Pat Metheny, Carl Weathersby Blues Band, Norah Jones, Simone, Rebirth Brass Band, Kevin Harris Project, Stanley Jordan, Earl Klugh, Ruthie Foster, Charlie Hunter and the Andy Bey Trio are just some of the artists performing this week!

Look at the following schedule. See if someone is playing in or near your city, click on an artist name to find out more info and GO SEE A LIVE SHOW!!!

You'll thank me later, trust me (smile) ~

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