Sting bitten over aid May 7, 2008
THE Australian dollar is expected to peak above parity in March 2009, Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said today. Fran Foo VODAFONE claimed first bragging rights among local telcos when it confirmed a deal with Apple to sell the iPhone in Australia. (The Australian)
Britt announces 2008 summer season Mar 28, 2008
Among the highlights of the 2008 season are artists who have never performed at Britt, including Wailin Jennys, Kelly Joe Phelps and Krista Detor as part of the Under the Radar Festival; Bob Weir g; Three Dog Night; The Devil Makes Three; Billy Bob Thornton and the Box Masters; George Thorogood and the Destroyers, The Avett Brothers; G. Love al Sauce; John Butler Trio, Bill Evans and Soulgrass; and The Black Crowes. Although most of the jazz superstars in the Return to Forever tour have... (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Apple Distributes Safari Via Software Update Mar 21, 2008
"We are using Software Update to make it easy and convenient for both Mac and Windows users to get the latest Safari update from Apple," company spokesman Bill Evans said in an emailed statement. As of February, IE had 74. (InformationWeek)
Corea puts the 'play' back into playing piano Mar 7, 2008
So his unusually romantic take of Monk's Mood underscored the piece's unacknowledged debt to Gershwin, while his treatment of Waltz for Debby - this from a three-song tribute to Bill Evans, later in the show - was a sly joke, stating the theme in common time before shifting to waltz for the improvisation (Evans's original recording famously did the reverse). Certainly, a lot of Corea's playfulness extended from his astonishing facility at the keyboard. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Jazz diva Dianne Reeves to play Tanglewood Feb 15, 2008
Opening the festival Friday night is Colombian harpist Edmar Castaneda and his trio, and pianist Eliane Elias performing a tribute to Bill Evans. On Saturday afternoon, Marian McPartland celebrates her 90th birthday at the seventh annual live taping of "Piano Jazz" for NPR.. (Boston Globe)
'WestportREADS' travels to Oz Feb 15, 2008
Popular Yale University professor, and a frequent and much-admired lecturer in Westport, Professor Mark Schenker will speak on the subject "Dorothy's Heroic Quest" and Bill Evans, a meteorologist on WABC-TV will talk about rogue weather events and discuss his own new book entitled "Category 7." Theater and movie buffs will have the opportunity to compare the book to the famous movie classic and to the hit Broadway production, "The Wiz," noting points of departure from the original book. The... (Westport Minuteman, CT)
Looking Back Feb 14, 2008
Bill Evans and Clarence Schrock visited school Friday. After the school hours, we were entertained by Billy Evans and Lynn Wertz. (Kalona News, IA)
Rate fears spur mortgage moves Feb 11, 2008
The chief economist at Westpac, Bill Evans, predicted a rate rise at the Reserve's next meeting on March 4. "The Reserve Bank has shocked us with their obvious extreme concerns about the inflation outlook," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Theyve got rhythmPosted 12 hours, 44 minutes ago. Jan 25, 2008
Most well-known among these is Bill Evans, a leader in modern dance technique whose accolades include Guggenheim fellowships, grants from the National Endowments for the Arts and the National Dance Education Organization s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2005. He s one of the most significant dance artists in the United States, Bell said. (Lima News, OH)
New live discs emerge from the otherworldly Sun Ra Jan 23, 2008
If there's any doubt about his perseverance, look no further than the most recent edition of the Penguin Guide to Jazz, which devotes eight pages to Sun Ra, the same number it gives to Oscar Peterson and more than it sets aside for Dave Brubeck, Bill Evans, or Herbie Hancock. In the 21st century, Sun Ra's music is experiencing a renaissance, with several new recordings appearing each year, some of which now rank among his best efforts. (Boston Globe)
Rush for fixed-rate home loans Jan 17, 2008
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans blamed the interest rate increases initiated by the banks. He said consumers had also been shaken by the threat of a February rate rise, a 10% increase in petrol prices in two months and a 10% drop in the local sharemarket in a month. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
Eliane Elias Jan 15, 2008
Is there room in jazz for another tribute to the great pianist Bill Evans. Well, sure. (Boston Globe)
Damien Rice, Amanda Shaw have new CDs Jan 15, 2008
Eliane Elias, Something For You: Eliane Elias Plays and Sings Bill EvansBrazilian pianist/vocalist Eliane Elias returns to Blue Note after a seven-year hiatus with this wonderful tribute to Bill Evans. Elias cut 16 tunes backed by husband/bassist Marc Johnson and drummer Joey Baron, and the variety of interpretive approaches is, in itself, a highlight. (MSNBC -- Music)
New year, new music: Mix Tape '08 Jan 3, 2008
Her repertoire is varied, but currently consists of mostly classic oldies and standards which she plays in a concert style described by other jazz musicians as "a cross between Liberace and Bill Evans.". Also a composer of ethereal contemporary music, Wyndham plays in many genres due to her extensive and eclectic musical background. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Music Man Returns Dec 26, 2007
His playing is informed by Tatum, Rachmaninoff, Garner, Horowitz and Bill Evans. Born in Braddock, Pa. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
King of the keys made jazz a pleasure Dec 26, 2007
To some extent, he was a victim of fashion, as the most celebrated pianists of the mid-1950s and '60s were players whose ideas were considerably stronger than their technique: Dave Brubeck, Thelonious Monk, Bill Evans, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea. Even those whose playing flirted with virtuosity, such as Keith Jarrett or Cecil Taylor, seldom dazzled as Peterson did. (Globe and Mail)
Schools to present holiday concerts Dec 8, 2007
Excerpts from George F. Handel s masterwork will be performed by the orchestra under the direction of Bill Evans, with solos sung by the Dakota Voices, under the direction of James Feiszli. The audience will be encouraged to sing along on seven well-known choruses throughout the concert. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Fairfield County Scene: Puttin' on the dog Nov 20, 2007
WABC-TV weatherman Bill Evans was master of ceremonies and donated a portion of the sales of his new book, "Category 7," to Adopt-A-Dog. Fran Schneidau, the CBS radio Connecticut bureau chief, visited the show with her 17-year-old dog, Luce, whom she adopted from Adopt-A-Dog. (Stamford Advocate)
PM's spending promises sparks concern Nov 12, 2007
" The RBA expects inflation will settle at a rate a little below three per cent over the next two years, leaving the central bank no leeway for error. "Somewhat lower outcomes could eventuate if global economic conditions prove to be weaker than expected, which might occur if there were further significant disturbances in global financial markets," the RBA said in its quarterly monetary policy statement. But it said it was also possible at this stage of a long economic expansion that inflation... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Double trouble as election pledges fuel inflation: Westpac Nov 2, 2007
David Morgan said inflation posed the greatest threat to the continuing growth of the economy while his chief economist, Bill Evans, forecast mortgage holders would be hit by two more rate rises after next week's anticipated move. Financial markets predict a 94 per cent chance the Reserve Bank will raise the official cash rate to a decade high of 6. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Thompson Williams; led students to college Oct 28, 2007
Though he did not play as much, he kept listening to his "amazing selection of jazz," including Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Bill Evans, and Keith Jarrett. But he devoted his life to teaching. (Boston Globe)
Coalition rate rise gloom Oct 25, 2007
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans agreed, saying tax cuts announced by both parties had added to inflationary pressures. "The RBA will now see interest rates as the only weapon to slow the economy in 2008 and take pressure off inflation," Mr Evans said. (The Age, Australia -- Breaking News)
Investors punt on rate increase Oct 25, 2007
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said he expected the dollar could rise to US93 by March, when he predicted another rate rise. He said the strength ought to be sustained throughout next year despite weakness in the US. "I think we're underestimating the stimulus that the Asian economies are giving Australia," Mr Evans said. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
Groupsvie fortop spotson list Oct 24, 2007
WABC meteorologist Bill Evans even added his name to the cause for a new auditorium at last night's hearing. "There are times that I am taken aback by things that are lacking in town," said Evans, who lives in Old Greenwich and has four children. (Greenwich Time)
Plenty of tax dollars in the piggy bank Oct 16, 2007
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said the Government's growth dividend had been extraordinary. "The increase in surplus as a result of them underestimating growth is about $50 billion.". (The Age, Australia -- Business)
Turmoil upsets borrowers Oct 11, 2007
Westpac's chief economist, Bill Evans, said it was usual for confidence to rebound to pre-rise levels within two months of a rate rise. However, confidence this month remained 4. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival schedule Oct 6, 2007
The Secret Life of Banjos (Bill Evans and Jody Stecher) (1:10 p.m.). Bill Callahan (2:15 p.m.). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Music on the Edge, Queens of Stone Age pack their own power Oct 1, 2007
Eleanor Cory's "Play Within a Play" imagined its own powerhouse pianists concert of Bud Powell and Bill Evans. "Refined Art," by Pitt composer Amy Williams, was inspired by pianist Art Tatum. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Finally, an archive CD Sep 16, 2007
" That's obviously just scratching the surface. Practically all the greats of jazz and blues - and many of rock - have played Monterey, usually more than once: Charles Mingus, Billie Holiday, Earl Hines, Elvin Jones, T-Bone Walker, Big Brother Holding Company with Janis Joplin, B.B. King, Joe Williams, Erroll Garner, Bill Evans, Bo Diddley, Betty Carter, Chick Corea, John Scofield ... the list goes on and on. "I think the Monterey Jazz Festival brand stands for something, a community and a sense... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Jazz in the City Sep 14, 2007
Naming Art Tatum, Thelonious Monk, Horace Silver, Bud Powell, Cecil Taylor, Bill Evans and Cedar Walton as just some of his idols, it's his ability to switch gears musically that has brought Mr. Wofford such diverse opportunities. "I've done a lot of vocal accompaniment over the years, for example, with Irene Kral, a marvelous singer, and June Christie, who I used to travel with," he says. (South Brunswick Post, NJ)
Nightlife: Satoko Fujii Sep 14, 2007
From atonal cubist structures a la Cecil Taylor to spacious, almost romantic melodic improvisations with profoundly tranquil centers reminiscent of Bley and Bill Evans, her piano playing is a constant source of surprise, and her rambunctious orchestral arrangements push boundaries that few contemporaries dare violate. To get herself to the place where she could investigate the freedom of jazz, Fujii had to give up piano altogether at one point. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Falling fuel prices offset market woes Sep 12, 2007
But Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said consumer sentiment had now bounced back. "Some rebound in the index was very likely, given that the first response to rate hikes usually appears to be an overreaction," he said. (The Age)
To him, old songs mean so much Sep 7, 2007
They can always be the third trumpet player or the piano player that accompanies people; even if they're not going to be a Dave Brubeck or Bill Evans on the piano, at least they'll be able to work because they can read music. Sarah Rodman can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
Manilow Gets Jazzy For Hallmark Holiday Album... Sep 6, 2007
In early November, Hallmark plans to issue "In the Swing of Christmas," a jazz-styled album on which Manilow is accompanied by pianist Matt Herskowitz of the Mad Fusion Trio, who he proclaims is "beyond Bill Evans, beyond Fats Waller. You've never heard a young piano player like this.". The song list, Manilow says, is a mix of "titles everyone would know" -- "Silver Bells" and "White Christmas" -- along with Irving Berlin's "Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep)" and the Great American... (Billboard.com)
Beyonc takes over the Oracle Arena Sep 4, 2007
Rie Tsuji and Britanni Washington played dueling pianos, mixing Beethoven and Bill Evans with some Liberace-like flash thrown in for entertainment's sake. Carmalita Glaspie, during a thundering drum solo, picked up a bottle of water with her left hand and took a swig while continuing to play with her right. (San Francisco Chronicle)
O'Brien's beat blog Aug 30, 2007
Sunday, 11 AM - 7 PM Bill Callahan, Bill Kirchen & The Hammer of the Honky-Tonk Gods, Charlie Louvin, Dave Alvin & The Guilty Men, David Grisman Bluegrass Experience w/ special guest Curly Seckler, The Del McCoury Band, Doc Watson w/ David Holt & Richard Watson, Dry Branch Fire Squad, Earl Scruggs, Emmylou Harris, Gandalf Murphy & The Slambovian Circus of Dreams, The Hacienda Brothers, Hazel Dickens, Heartless B*******, Hot Buttered Rum, Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit, Jim Lauderdale, Jody Stecher... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
At 67, Herbie Hancock hasn't lost a bit of his go-for-broke attitude Aug 28, 2007
He figured the best he could do was make Davis feel comfortable, so for two months he followed blueprints devised by the trumpeter's former pianists, Red Garland, Wynton Kelly and Bill Evans. "What I didn't realise was that inside I was getting very frustrated," says Hancock, whose quartet performs opening night at the Detroit International Jazz Festival on Friday. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Boom times tipped to continue Aug 22, 2007
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said growth in the leading index has been significantly above its long term trend for the last year. "Not only has it given us a reliable guide to the growth surge in the December and March quarters but points to strong growth being sustained into 2008," Mr Evans said. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
At 86, Brubeck keeps the Newport jazz festival jumping with surprises Aug 13, 2007
With 29 bands performing over two days -- plus two on Friday night -- the festival offered plenty of variety, though the annual event is beginning to take on something of a museum quality, with its growing number of performances that pay tribute to this or that jazz legend -- Ben Riley's Septet playing the music of Thelonious Monk, Eliane Elias's trio paying tribute to Bill Evans, Harry Allen and Trio da Paz doing Getz & Jobim tunes. Most of this material, though, was kept to the side stages. (Boston Globe)
Cook works and plays around town Aug 13, 2007
But he loosened up a bit, explaining that he's played piano for years and was good friends with legendary jazz pianist Bill Evans. (Before he could finish the story, Chase was approached by a little girl. (Boston Globe)
Spinazzola Foundation announces its end Aug 8, 2007
"I grew up listening to Bill Evans and we became very good friends," said Chase. "Thelonius, Mingus, Miles, Coltrane . . . I used to go to the Blue Note, the Half Note, the Quarter Note . . . Roland Kirk knew me by my footsteps before he was Rahsaan." The comic plays piano, but not nearly as well as his heroes. (Boston Globe)
Australia hikes interest rates; PM ready for criticism ahead of polls Aug 8, 2007
Westpac senior economist Bill Evans said stronger-than-expected June quarter inflation data had forced the RBA to act, regardless of the political implications. "I think they had to prove their independence, though we never doubted it," he said. (Yahoo! Asia News)
After invisible start, 'The Simpsons' have become local favorite Jul 27, 2007
Not really, said Stevens High School orchestra teacher Bill Evans, who plays with The Black Hills Symphony. "I think Bill Clinton's sax playing got more students into the horn section," Evans said. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
Finding his own beat Jul 19, 2007
"That's where I really got my baptism of fire, as far as seeing the great jazz artists like Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, Bill Evans and all those guys," he said, adding that he never considered playing an instrument until later in life. "I still wasn't interested in trying to play anything. I was really just 22 years old, and I was just having fun listening to good music and dancing, drinking - the usual things a young man does.". (The State News, MI)
Carter Trio simply bops and swings Jul 16, 2007
Indeed, the chamber jazz leanings of this band echo not only the classical-influenced sounds of the Lewis-led Modern Jazz Quartet, but also the elegantly blithe swing of the King Cole Trio (the band that established the piano/bass/guitar instrumentation in the 1940s), as well as the egalitarian interplay of the 1960s Bill Evans Trio. The set opened with great bebop bassist Oscar Pettiford's "Laverne Walk." Carter stated the bluesy, stop-time theme with a free, breath-like rhythm, displaying his... (Boston Globe)
The Hot List Jul 15, 2007
There's a new teen god in town, people, and his name is Zac Efron. The 20-year-old "High School Musical" hottie stars in Friday's "Hairspray" and next. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Consumer sentiment slips in July: Westpac Jul 11, 2007
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said sentiment remained very high amid firm economic fundamentals. "There was good reason for sentiment to remain high in July," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Tanglewood tunes up for season Jul 7, 2007
Some of his most inspired outings are his duets, such as those with pianist Bill Evans and bassist Ron Carter, in which the subtlety and responsiveness of his playing can be most clearly discerned. He stops by to play in a trio with Andr Previn, who, having conducted the BSO in two programs, sticks around to put his jazz hat on. (Boston Globe)
The sweet life Jun 22, 2007
Stretch): As vital today as it was 26 years ago, this stunning quartet album finds Corea paying homage to Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Charlie Parker and Bill Evans, although it is its own musical personality that shines brightest. Drummer Gadd and saxophonist Brecker, who died in January, have rarely sounded better. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
The Show I'll Never Forget Jun 19, 2007
Richard Burgin writes of going to see Bill Evans, a jazz pianist possibly more responsible for Miles Davis's finest album Kind of Blue (generally regarded as the greatest jazz album ever) than Davis himself. Burgin, then a young, depressed jazz pianist and Evans fanatic, writes of being blown away by Evans's performance. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Playboy Jazz Festival, Day One Jun 18, 2007
Performers: Buddy Guy, Chris Botti, Issac Delgado, Count Basie Orchestra directed by Bill Hughes, Angelique Kidjo, Phil Woods Quintet, the Randy Brecker-Bill Evans Soulbop Band, Cos of Good Music (Dwayne Burno, James Carter, Ndugu Chancler, Vincent Herring, Ron Johnson, Ray Parker Jr., Jeremy Pelt, Larry Willis), James Carter Organ Trio, Johnny Polanco y su Conjunto Amistad, Eagle Rock High School Jazz Ensemble ... Elsewhere, Phil Woods ably delivered the bebop goods, wailing for his fellow... (Variety)
Nudist buys himself a shield Jun 16, 2007
Caspian proprietor Bill Evans - whose first love is carpets and textiles - declares himself quite happy with the auction, which saw close to 70 per cent of the lots sold. The sale clears the way for Evans to operate as a tribal art consultant from rooms at the rear of the mansion that formerly housed his Caspian Gallery and was for a time used for Christie's art sale viewings. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
A matter of when, not if, but rate rise months away Jun 15, 2007
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said it was consistent with the bank's view that rates would rise "although not until early next year when the 'additional time' runs out". Economists agreed that for all Mr Stevens' disclaimers, the bank was unlikely to raise rates before the election unless the June-quarter inflation figures showed a significant lift from the 0. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
NY tribute Oscar worthy Jun 11, 2007
Among the highlights: longtime associate, trumpeter Clark Terry who also uses a wheelchair these days, delivering his famous "Mumbles" tune, first recorded with Peterson in 1964; thirtysomething bassist Christian McBride's graceful, melodic solo during "Tenderly" one of the songs Peterson played during that infamous Carnegie Hall debut 65 years ago; and from 20-year-old Eldar, described as a cross between Oscar Peterson and Bill Evans, a compelling interpretation of "Place St. Henri" from his... (Toronto Star)
Hilton Sandcastles pianist a delight Jun 8, 2007
"I did become interested in pure jazz people like Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson and Erroll Garner who were my three principal heroes of the jazz piano scene. So playing jazz piano and accompanying myself singing has been as much a hobby through my various ventures in music and also my prelude in stock brokering and teaching at International University, which is now Hodges University," Ferenz said. Ph. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Losing weight together May 22, 2007
When Kathy and Bill Evans of DeLand vowed to lose weight together, they quickly discovered one of the great injustices in the battle of the bulge. "He lost it a lot faster than I did," says Kathy, a 56-year-old human-resources manager for an HMO. "I mean, we're both following the same program, we're eating the same meals, and he's dropping 4 or 5 pounds a week while I'm lucky to get 1 or 2.". (Orlando Sentinel -- Entertainment)
Latino tempos put to an American beat May 18, 2007
In the tradition of the recent flamenco crossover classics like Bebo & Cigala, guitarist Nio Josele's "Paz," (Calle 54/Sony Norte), an album full of covers of pianist Bill Evans classics, is perfect for end of the day reflection. Josele teases out each note as if he had been studying Evans all of his life. (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Consumer sentiment gains on jobs, rates May 16, 2007
"This is an extraordinary result," Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said. "The index has now reached its highest ever level since the survey began in January 1975.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
EBay find now largest organ in South Dakota May 5, 2007
"The sound from where I'm standing is so intensely beautiful," Stevens' orchestra conductor Bill Evans said. Conducting the senior high orchestra with the organ accompanying "is a glorious, supreme, human experience," he said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
THIS WEEK IN A&E May 4, 2007
2nd Wednesday: Sound, Soup uary The Basement Boys: Jeff Stickney (trumpet), Dave Horgan (recent inductee to the Missoula Jazz Hall of Fame, guitar), Pete Hand (bass), Richard Ostheimer (drums); Selections by Bill Evans, Miles Davis, Jerome Kerns, Peter Bernstein; 12:10 p.m. (soup and bread luncheon to follow at 12:30). Free-will offering. (Missoulian, MT)
Teamwork built Stevens addition May 4, 2007
orchestra mom wrote on May 03, 2007 1:44 PM:"Hey, Raider-Grad-in-Denver - you are right on the money. The school has 3 gyms, rarely is the school in the press for anything besides competitive sports, yet the folks at our schools who really stand out on a national level are our musicians. Yet in a school with that many square feet there is not even a place where our expensive instruments can be properly secured while the kids are in school. Hats off to Mr. Bill Evans, who gives our students the... (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Another Defense Contract for Harris May 3, 2007
Xerox moved another step closer to acquiring Global Imaging Systems, Inc. East Rochesters Allworx named Bill Evans vice president of customer operations. ATairman and chief executive announced unexpectedly that he's retiring. (R News)
Down goes inflation rate Apr 25, 2007
Westpac chief economist Bill Evans said the Reserve Bank was now "locked in" to holding rates steady, and it was unlikely there would be another rise until after the election or early next year. "I think the annual (underlying inflation) number will go from 2.7 to 2.55 in middle of the (Reserve Bank's target) band; so it won't be able to justify a rate rise for some time," he said, but demand pressures would continue to build in the meantime. (The Age, Australia -- Business)
More of this story Apr 25, 2007
The Waterside Stage will present tributes to Bill Evans and Stan Getz and Antonio Carlos Jobim, as well as the Donald Harrison Quintet. . (Newport Daily News, RI)
RBA On Hold For Now Apr 24, 2007
8%, Westpac Bank economist Bill Evans suggesting it may fall to 2. 5% by the end of June. (FN Arena News)
