Introduction:
In the illustrious realm of jazz, certain figures stand out not just for their talent but for the transformative impact they’ve had on their respective instruments. Joe Pass, the virtuoso jazz guitarist, is undoubtedly one such luminary. Born ninety-five years ago today on January 13, 1929, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, and leaving an indelible mark until his passing on May 23,…
Strolling with George Shearing by George Shearing Quintet.
Piano with vibes, guitar, bass and drums. Perfect jazz soundtrack for strolling in the rain 🙂 Especially while being at home and looking outside the window how others are getting wet 🤗
Smorgasbord Blog Magazine - Weekly Round Up - 16th - 22nd January 2023 - George Shearing, Big Band Era, Intuition, Culinary 'O' foods and terms, New Releases, Book Reviews, The Brain, Bloggers Spotlight and Funnies
Welcome to the round up of posts you might have missed in the last week here on Smorgasbord.
Not a great deal to report this week that is newsworthy but thank goodness for the blog which has kept me out of mischief… well almost! The weaher has turned a little warmer the last couple of days and I notice the first signs of the primroses under the hedge poking their heads about ground. I hope they…
Formal document from the National Institute For the Blind supporting the formation of a "Dance Band" led by Claude Bampton (a band George Shearing was a member of early in his career)
Introduction:
With her velvet voice and unparalleled phrasing, Carmen McRae is regarded as one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century. Her ability to interpret lyrics with deep emotion and her impeccable musicality set her apart as a true artist. In this blog post, we will explore the life, music, and legacy of Carmen McRae, highlighting her contributions to jazz and her…
Smorgasbord Blog Magazine - Weekly Round Up - 16th - 22nd January 2023 - George Shearing, Big Band Era, Intuition, Culinary 'O' foods and terms, New Releases, Book Reviews, The Brain, Bloggers Spotlight and Funnies
Welcome to the round up of posts you might have missed in the last week here on Smorgasbord.
Not a great deal to report this week that is newsworthy but thank goodness for the blog which has kept me out of mischief… well almost! The weaher has turned a little warmer the last couple of days and I notice the first signs of the primroses under the hedge poking their heads about ground. I hope they…
George Shearing Bossa Nova and Brasilia Santos coffee - what a nice combination!
His crew consists of Laurindo Almeida, Richard Pena, and Clare Fisher among others. Each of them provided some originals for this session to be played among the usual suspects of the genre. The whole package is arranged with taste, far from being overproduced.