Interview with Mira Black
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What is Jazz
We believe that jazz is an important bridge between our nation’s identity, our shared history, and our communities and we are committed to stewarding this connection for all audiences.
Jazz Music Explained
In this video, Dean demonstrates the basic concepts of Jazz Music and gives a few recommendations for where to start listening and playing. Jazz Music explained for beginners.
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The Most Feared Song in Jazz
John Coltrane, one of jazz history’s most revered saxophonists, released “Giant Steps” in 1959. It’s known across the jazz world as one of the most challenging compositions to improvise over for two reasons – it’s fast and it’s in three
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Is Blues the Mother of All Modern Music?
Exploring where the blues came from and how it went on to influence many modern genres of music. From Delta Blues pioneers like Robert Johnson and Son House to Chicago Blues icons like Muddy Waters and B.B. King.
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