Friday Night Live offers eclectic line-up (3) Nov 23, 2009
A jazz quartet featuring Dave Campbell on guitar and Yasu Nagura on alto sax closed the show. They played a pair of original compositions by Nagura before launching into an extended version of Stevie Wonders Superstition. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
From spa owner to jazz chanteuse Nov 19, 2009
At a recent recital at the Stowaway Inn in Stow, Dolan was aided and abetted by three good jazzmen on keyboard, guitar and alto sax. The backup trio was led by her longtime coach and arranger, Rick Maule. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Sentimental Journey Nov 14, 2009
Dustin Dillon, alto sax and clarinet. Judy Snyder, tenor sax. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Golden Girl meets match (Yesterday) Nov 13, 2009
An alto sax player as an Irish undergrad, he knew band tradition. He knew the band room at Notre Dame's Sacred Heart Church was used by the visiting band on football Saturdays, that postgame refreshments were served, and alumni were welcome. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
• Southeast honors music Oct 25, 2009
Nicholas Banaszak, alto sax ... Kimberly Burke, alto sax. (Juneau Empire)
On the calendar in Somerville: Sept. 10-16 Sep 12, 2009
Features Jorrit Dijkstra, alto sax, lyricon and synth; Terri Hron, recorders and electronics; Andrew Neumann, laptop; and Esther Kurtz, oboe. Presented by Opensound and the Somerville ARts Council. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Thorny Brocky Sep 4, 2009
Line-up: Aaron Novik, composer, bass clarinet; Dina Maccabee, violin; Lisa Mezzacappa, bass; Mari Abe, accordion; Jamie Moore, drums; Kasey Knudsen, alto sax; Melody Ferris, vocals. 1. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Entertainer Spotlight on Mike Dooley (57) Aug 28, 2009
Taking up clarinet at the age of nine, he started playing in the school band, but it wasn t too much later that he decided to start playing the cooler sound of the alto saxophone at age 13 ... In 1994, Dooley traded an alto sax for an electronic wind instrument, or EWI for short. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Born to write Jul 29, 2009
One of theirs hopped on stage with his own alto sax, and the session turned into a classic. Clemons remembers mentioning to Palm Beacher Jimmy Buffett his idea of writing a book. (The Palm Beach Post)
Freihofer's Jazz Fest Jun 26, 2009
" The first one was used on the record. The second was made available on later CD releases.The special music created on those days was based on the ideas of Davis and Bill Evans, one of the most influential pianists in jazz history. It brought to the fore "modal" playing, in which musicians improvised on a series of scales, not frequent and frantic chord progressions that were the basis of modern jazz in the 1940s and 1950s. People weren't writing like that in jazz in 1959 and it caused a stir.... (Albany Times Union)
Community Notes Jun 18, 2009
Ray Younger will be the guest alto sax soloist on ;What a Wonderful World. Future concerts are set for July 5, 19, 26 and Aug. 2. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Cameron Municipal Band Performs First Concert of Season Jun 6, 2009
Bob Long played a solo on the alto sax during the performance of "Harlem Nocturne" and Betty Price sang "Almost Like Being In Love". The municipal band was formed in 1866 and holds concerts every Thursday evening at 8:00 p.m.. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Memories Of Miles Jun 5, 2009
So we got Wallace Roney (trumpet), Vincent Herring (alto sax) and Javon Jackson (tenor sax), Larry Willis (piano) and Buster Williams on the bass. We played in New Orleans once, and it was killing. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Battle of the 'Idol' May 23, 2009
Clinton sax auctioned An alto sax signed and donated by Bill Clinton was one of the star lots at the Cinema Against AIDS benefit on the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival, selling for $180,000. There was also keen bidding on two kisses from "Twilight" star Robert Pattinson, which raised $28,000 each. (Boston Globe)
Bill Clinton's Sax Gets $180K for AIDS Research May 23, 2009
An alto sax signed and donated by the former U.S. president was one of the star lots at the Cinema Against AIDS benefit on the sidelines of the Cannes Film Festival, selling for $180,000. There was also keen bidding on two kisses from "Twilight" star Pattinson, which raised $28,000 each. (Newsmax)
At Cannes, cinema takes up fight against AIDS May 22, 2009
Among the most interesting: the alto sax Clinton played on The Arsenio Hall Show during his first run for the presidency. Though he did not play, he did sign the instrument, which fetched $179,000. (USA Today -- Life)
Jazz Plus is back May 22, 2009
Nickell plays jazz and bills herself as "Queen of the Alto Sax." Show is from 1 to 4 p.m.. Murphy's Irish Pub has music tonight, May 22, with the Tonewoods, playing contemporary folk songs. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Centre Region's festivals celebrate the season May 18, 2009
The festival will be featuring the saxophone this summer in honor of JazzPA founder and local alto sax musician Joe Alessandro. The sounds of jazz will be heard from the American Philatelic Society at the Match Factory in Bellefonte from 11 a.m. to midnight on Saturday, July 25. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Transcendent Van May 6, 2009
He opened with a 50-minute set that drew from throughout his catalog - from the Mississippi Delta blues of "Baby Please Don't Go" of his Them days to the big band RMagic Time," Morrison topping the swinging sound with a piercing alto sax solo. His voice warmed up and he attacked the '50s ballad "It's All In the Game," long a part of his repertoire, like a bebop horn soloist, carving jazzy little figures out of phrases such as "caress your fingertips" or "once in a while he won't call. " By the... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Jazz performer returns to Siouxland roots May 3, 2009
"But it was my dad who was a jazz musician. He played the alto sax with Glenn Miller in Chicago. When he died, I remember Woody Herman showed up and said he remembered my dad.". After earning her degree, Barber remained in Iowa City, "working at the Mill washing dishes, because it was the only job I could find." She continued with her piano studies, before moving to Chicago and starting her jazz career. (Sioux City Journal)
Sampler for April 30 Apr 30, 2009
Band: Michael Urato / percussion / grade 8, Emily Whapham /alto sax / grade 8 / Top Score, and Shogo Tada / alto sax / grade 7. Jazz: Joe Babcock / drum set / grade 8 / Top Score, Nick Mosca / alto sax / grade 8 / Top Score. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Ogden has two outstanding performances at state music contest Apr 28, 2009
Katie Fillmore received a perfect score on her alto saxophone solo and was chosen outstanding performer in her center at the state solo and ensemble contest Saturday, April 4 at Gilbert. Another alto saxophone solo, by Sarah Schrum, also received a perfect score ... Those receiving Division I ratings were: Marcus Heineman, bari sax solo; Rachel Boettcher, alto sax solo; Allison Melchert, trumpet solo; Tara Clark, marimba solo; saxophone ensemble - Schrum, K. Fillmore, Chelsea Germer, Boettcher,... (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Deaths in the news: Charlie Kennedy Apr 14, 2009
Kennedy played a memorable tenor sax solo on Prima's 1943 "The White Cliffs of Dover," but probably is best known for his alto sax work in Krupa's band from 1945 to 1948. He was the featured soloist on the recordings "How High the Moon," "Disc Jockey Jump," and "I Should Have Kept on Dreaming.". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Bradford students in music contest Apr 8, 2009
Receiving a first rating were Alexis Redmond, flute solo; Alexis Redmond, vocal solo; Eden Endress, xylophone solo; Kristy Kieser, xylophone solo Nate Horrie, snare drum solo; Charlie Lotspeich, vocal solo; Charlie Lotspeich, trumpet solo; Fernando DeVargas, vocal solo; Logan Hoffert, trombone solo; Lindsey Hoffert, trumpet solo; Kendall King, xylophone solo; Luke Kieser, tuba solo; Carlie Bickett, snare drum solo; Hunter Klemme, trumpet solo; Kristyn Ehnle, clarinet solo; Kaylah Weir, tenor sax... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Bud Shank, 82; noted flutist, alto sax 'cool jazz' pioneer Apr 6, 2009
Critics considered him the equal of such other renowned alto saxophonists of his era as Art Pepper, Jackie McLean, and Phil Woods ... In 1986, Mr. Shank gave up the flute to concentrate on his first love, the alto saxophone ... "You can't be the best flute player and the best alto saxophone player no matter how hard you try.". (Boston Globe)
KHS music students earn high marks at state contests Apr 2, 2009
Also earning a Division I rating was the Saxophone Sextet, the Alto Sax Duet, the Saxophone Trio and the Flute Quintet. Instrumental performances earning a Division II rating were solos by Falecia Profeta, Kelsey Newlon, Joseph Mortimer, Jenny Lynes and Rachel Elder. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Forecast? Bright Mar 30, 2009
I play three instruments: alto sax, oboe, and piano. My music teacher challenged me to play every instrument in the band room. (Boston Globe)
Band students earn superiors Mar 25, 2009
Gina Ludens (alto sax) and Emily Roberson (trumpet) were the soloists. The award winning ensembles were the percussion ensemble and the flute trio. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Myrtle Point sax player earns honor Mar 22, 2009
Dustin has played first alto sax for the Oregon Music Education Association All-State Jazz Band for the past three years, only one other person has achieved this honor. He has been selected for Oregon State Solo/Ensemble at the University of Oregon campus in May. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Jazzman Cole comes home to provide 'edu-tainment' Mar 14, 2009
Richie Cole was about 20 years old, playing his alto sax in a command performance for the Queen of England. He was a member of Buddy Rich's band, and Rich, a jazz drumming legend, gave Cole an instruction. (NJ.com -- Times)
Dover-Sherborn students get Music Educators honors Mar 11, 2009
He also is a baritone sax player in the band and played alto sax as a freshman, said Martel. Kuromiya thought Fiddler went really well: I had the chance to play some interesting pieces. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Burliss: Nights at the Round Table Mar 4, 2009
I try to keep track of whether it s Dean, Colin, or John asking my sixth-grader out this week, and if I m winning the debate of her continuing alto sax through eighth grade. (An instrument the price of a small automobile I will win that one. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Families that play together: Meet the intergenerational pit band Feb 21, 2009
David Bongiorni, who played clarinet and tenor sax while his daughter Catarina played clarinet and alto sax, says his first reaction to the score was, We are really going to have to practice ... Although a vigorous search for some string players produced no takers, Cat was able to bring in fellow NYSO players Adam Cronin, who plays flute, piccolo, clarinet and alto sax, and Nate Brown, who plays trombone. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Middle School Band students break school records at solo, ensemble contest Feb 19, 2009
Soloists earning I's were Renee Buckwalter, piano; Abbie DeWild, piano; Marisol Shryock, Haley Slabaugh, piano; Retha Miller, piano; Laura Yoder, Michaela Gingerich, Eva Ethredge, Andy Roberts, piano and alto sax; Hannah Ball, alto sax; Asia Young, Kelsie Gingerich, Anna Mayer, Grant Schlabaugh, Jon Burns, Emma Allen, Cody Knepp, Heath Schintler, Taylor Kurtz, bass clarinet; Brody Miller, Carissa Tolander, Kaleb Michel, Scott Wesenberg, Nick Stimson, Angelina Kazakov, trombone; Adam Wilmore,... (Kalona News, IA)
Tooting their own horns Feb 16, 2009
Frank Tuckweiler will lead the band with a jazzy alto sax solo from the movie "Catch Me If You Can.". While the musicians never let us see them sweat, they did let us in on a few secrets on the challenges of playing their instruments. (Florida Today)
Revelry abounds at Punahou Carnival Feb 8, 2009
Band booster Bobbie Pang, mother of junior Alexander who plays alto sax, had a hand in bringing back some of the Obama omiyage. "I was on Pennsylvania Avenue to see the band," she said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
