Events calendar Nov 7, 2008
Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival will be held FEB. 25-28 at University of Idaho, with a tribute to world rhythms of jazz and honoring bassist Ray Brown. The concerts are FEB. 25, "Latin Rhythms Meet Dizzy Gillespie," with Gillespie, Jon Faddis and an all-star band, vocalist Jackie Ryan, and Jose Rizo; FEB. 26, "Island Fever ??" Grooves From Brazil and the Caribbean," with Monty Alexander's Jazz and Roots, Kenny Barron's Canta Brazil with Trio da Paz and flutist Anne Drummond, and... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
TEMPO: Thats Entertainment! New show at OBT Nov 6, 2008
Over the past few years Chris has come to realize that Sierra Vista is a hot bed of amazing talent, some of which make up this incredible cast to include, Carole Hurter, Christina Chang, Susie Brown, Robin Feting, radio personality Emma Mayne, Marc Davenport, Jesse Futrell, Adam Bolton, Ray Brown, Dave Germain, Nick Germain and Chris Sancho ... John Smith is played by Ray Brown. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
More of this story Oct 11, 2008
Park Plaza Center Development LLC, Ray Brown Dixie Walesbilt LLC, Cunningham Development Company, and General Contractor David Hall are the companies who presented their ideas for the hotel ... Ray Brown Dixie Walesbilt LLC ... Ray Brown said he attended Raj s birthday party along with 120 other professionals, who are medical doctors and engineers, where a minimum of 10 couples expressed a very strong interest in purchasing a condo. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Diana Krall puts on an enjoyable show Oct 7, 2008
From jazz legends like Ray Charles, Ray Brown and Oscar Peterson; to even filmmakers such as Clint Eastwood and Michael Mann, Krall is so at home working with these legends that she even married one of them rock legend Elvis Costello in 2003 ... It was a big thrill to work with Ray Charles, Ray Brown, Oscar Peterson, and studying with them, she said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jazz Feast offers 5 courses of musical nourishment Sep 19, 2008
Tenor saxophonist Harry Allen has played on more than 30 recordings and performed with such artists as Rosemary Clooney, Ray Brown, Hank Jones, Frank Wess, Kenny Burrell, Herb Ellis and John Pizzarelli and Bucky Pizzarelli. The Ed Polcer Swingtet will begin its set at 3:45 p.m. The cornet player and his band pay tribute to such jazz artists as Lionel Hampton, Red Norvo and Bunny Berigan. (NJ.com -- Times)
Three's too much company Sep 2, 2008
The only tunes that caught my ear were "Classical Thump," because the Miller-Wooten duet feels less like a composition and more like on-the-spot improvisation, and "Lemme Try Your Bass," because it's only 57 seconds long. The three-basses-out-front stunt has been pulled before, on the fun "Super Bass," a session by upright bassists Ray Brown, John Clayton Jr., and Christian McBride that was recorded at Scullers in 1997. Lightning doesn't strike twice. (Boston Globe)
Legendary Composer, Conductor, and Performer Lalo Schifrin Celebrates His Life With Autobiography Aug 20, 2008
His longtime involvement in both the jazz and symphonic worlds came together in 1993 as pianist and conductor for his on-going series of "Jazz Meets the Symphony" recordings, with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, and jazz stars like Ray Brown, Grady Tate, Jon Faddis, Paquito D'Rivera and James Morrison. Schifrin has written over 100 film and television scores including Mission Impossible, Mannix, Cool Hand Luke, Bullitt, The Cincinnati Kid, Amityville Horror, four of the Dirty Harry films, and... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
TEMPO: Dancing at Lughnasa: Off Broadway ends summer season on their toes Jul 31, 2008
Tommy FitzPatrick plays Father Jack while Ray Brown and Brandon Hodges share the role of Michael s father, Gerry. Some may remember Ray as Joe in Merrily We Roll Along. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Campbell hoping to make history Jul 26, 2008
Through New Zealand coach Ray Brown, who actually lived with the Campbell family when Scott was in his teens, his baseball exploits were brought to the attention of some junior colleges in the United States via video, and he ended up coming to America to play ball at Central Arizona Community College. Though he didn't see a lot of playing time at first, he eventually got into more and more games and came to the attention of Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Fireworks highlight celebration Jul 13, 2008
The Battle of the Band winners from the previous Tuesday's Concert in the Park and the karaoke contest also gathered crowds, as did Ray Brown, a history teacher from Springfield talking about the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution and colonial history. Bounce games and a climbing wall were popular with kids. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Violence in New Iberia Jun 25, 2008
Tired of fly by night ministers wrote on Jun 16, 2008 6:42 PM:" Rev. Ray Brown whatever became of that walk-thru. Were voting for the man because we walked thru the neighborhood Wow!! Did you take pictures? When you come into town Rev., REMEMBER YOU DO NOT SPEAK FOR ALL BLACK FOLKS, IN NEW IBERIA,OK. What is your agenda anyway? ". small town blues wrote on Jun 16, 2008 6:31 PM:" 7 list of things include 4000 plus lives lost at war. You do the math. I don't think the number of items on the... (New Iberia, LA)
Basses loaded Jun 2, 2008
Korb recorded her first album in 1996 with jazz bass pioneer Ray Brown, with whom Dresser had studied in Los Angeles more than a decade earlier. Korb recently stepped down as a board member of the International Society of Bassists, which has more than 3,000 members in 40 countries. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Feeling Jazzy? Jazz Plus continues through Sunday May 23, 2008
With mentors including Rosemary Clooney and Ray Brown, the jazz bassist husband of Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall was groomed for a career in music from a young age. With her powerhouse vocals and fast fingers on the keyboard, Krall quickly rose to fame as the blonde bombshell of jazz. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Gadgets essential for some drivers Apr 9, 2008
He listens to an eclectic collection of music, from the Ray Brown Trio (a jazz band) to Avenged Sevenfold (a metal band), on his state-of the-art car stereo system. Rick Ryntz, store manager of Mickey Shorr in Lincoln Park, said he recently did more than $30,000 worth of work on a 2008 Cadillac Escalade. (The News-Herald)
Music on DVD Apr 1, 2008
Then, in the early '70s - with Ellington's face showing the strain of the lung cancer that took him soon after - he pulls off an astounding performance with Joe Pass, Ray Brown, and Louie Bellson. Meanwhile, "HAARP" (Warner Bros) showcases British rock band Muse's sold-out performance at Wembley Stadium in 2007, on both CD and DVD. The latter is elegantly shot and, apart from some digital tinting, unembellished. (Boston Globe)
MCG Jazz series adds artists, shows for '08-09 Mar 19, 2008
Dec. 4-7: The Ray Brown Tribute Band featuring Christian McBride, Benny Green and Greg Hutchinson. Dec. 13: Spyro Gyra. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
LA Phil director's 17th season is last Feb 29, 2008
10) and a tribute to bassist Ray Brown led by Christian McBride (Jan. 28). (Variety)
A classical survivor celebrates a milestone Jan 30, 2008
Ray Brown, who had hosted weekday afternoons since 1993, was let go at the first of the year, says Edwards. And rumors of the station's demise continue to run rampant, particularly because it has been listed since earlier this month with a broker, the Dallas-based Star Media Group. (Boston Globe)
Musical stars come out to sing Oscar's praises Jan 16, 2008
Alluding to a memorable concert tour that featured Count Basie and Frank Sinatra, with Peterson and bassist Ray Brown as the opening act, Jones quipped: "I wouldn't dare repeat the dialogue I heard between Oscar and Ray.". Several speakers referred to Peterson's courage in continuing to perform after suffering permanent damage in a 1993 stroke. (Toronto Star)
The jazz beat: Al Vega, Bostons living legend of jazz Jan 4, 2008
While at the Hi Hat, he had the opportunity to perform with Billy Holiday, Charlie Parker, Ray Brown, Lester Young, Miles Davis, Percey Heath and Kenny Clark, among others. As if his gig at the Hi Hat couldn t suffice as a huge lifetime accomplishment, Vega went on to form another trio to perform as the house trio at George Wein s Storyville jazz club in Boston. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Three questions: James Morrison Jan 3, 2008
Ray Brown on the bass, Oscar Peterson on the piano, Jeff Hamilton on the drums and myself on trumpet - there's no way I'm missing out on playing with that band. What is the hardest part of a triathlon. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Remembering Peterson: 'I was in awe' Dec 29, 2007
She was spotted playing in local clubs by bassist Ray Brown, a longtime member of the Oscar Peterson Trio, who encouraged her to move to Los Angeles. Peterson "was the reason I became a jazz pianist," the 43-year-old singer-pianist told the Los Angeles Times. (CNN -- Showbiz)
In praise of ... Oscar Peterson Dec 28, 2007
Though over the years he had happy, productive collaborations with established stars such as Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie, the most treasured recordings of Peterson are those with his trios, most with the wonderfully compatible Ray Brown on bass, at first with guitarists but later, and even better, with Ed Thigpen on drums - though with Peterson, grunting and chuntering in the throes of invention, always the dominant figure. It could never be said that he belonged in the league of those... (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Jazz World Mourns Oscar Peterson Dec 27, 2007
" Peterson's four-year stint in Canada's famed Johnny Holmes Orchestra led to his first American performance at Carnegie Hall in 1949. Under the management of jazz producer Norman Granz, he formed the Oscar Peterson Trio with Ray Brown on bass and Herb Ellis on guitar. Pleased with his work with Brown and Ellis, he once said, "At our worst, we have to sound better than the best guys out there. " In 1958, Ellis was replaced by drummer Ed Thigpen, who remained in the trio until its demise seven... (Voice of America)
Oscar Peterson, 82: Jazz giant Dec 27, 2007
His most popular format was the trio, the most definitive being his partnership with guitarist Herb Ellis and bassist Ray Brown from 1953 to 1958. Influenced by legendary musicians Nat King Cole and Art Tatum (whose image is carved into the front door of his Mississauga home), Peterson, whose style was somewhere between swing and bop, was a technically dazzling player whose sound would be akin to raindrops if they were made of crystal. (Toronto Star)
Jazz genius Oscar Peterson dies Dec 27, 2007
He is also remembered for the trio he led with bassist Ray Brown and guitarist Herb Ellis in the 1950s. Peterson's impressive collection of awards included seven Grammys and a Grammy for lifetime achievement in 1997, as well as his country's highest civilian honour, the Order of Canada. (Guardian Unlimited)
Oscar Peterson left jazz pianists of all ages awestruck Dec 26, 2007
Peterson had a similar impact on a young Diana Krall growing up in Nanaimo, British Columbia, who was spotted playing in local clubs by bassist Ray Brown, a longtime member of the Oscar Peterson Trio, who encouraged her to move to Los Angeles. Oscar Peterson "was the reason I became a jazz pianist," the 43-year-old Krall told the Los Angeles Times. (International Herald Tribune)
King of the keys made jazz a pleasure Dec 26, 2007
Granz, who quickly signed Peterson to his Verve imprint, was a good shepherd to the young Canadian, pointing him toward sympathetic sidemen most notably bassist Ray Brown, guitarist Herb Ellis, and drummer Ed Thigpen and letting his creativity flower. Being as versatile as he was gifted, Peterson was a natural for Granz's JATP shows, where he shone both on his own and while accompanying everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to Stan Getz. (Globe and Mail)
Pianist Oscar Peterson dies Dec 26, 2007
He is also remembered for the trio he led with Ray Brown on bass and Herb Ellis on guitar in the 1950s. Peterson's impressive collection of awards include all of Canada's highest honors, such as the Order of Canada, as well as seven Grammys and a Grammy for lifetime achievement in 1997. (Variety)
OSCAR PETERSON: 1925-2007 Dec 26, 2007
" Basie said, "Oscar Peterson plays the best ivory box I've ever heard. " The pianist and conductor Andre Previn called Peterson "the best" among jazz pianists. But many critics found Peterson more derivative than original, especially early in his career. Some even suggested that his fantastic technique lacked coherence and was almost too much for some listeners to compute. The jazz critic Gene Lees defended Peterson as "a summational artist. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Oscar Peterson, 82; jazz pianist interwove prodigious power with swing Dec 25, 2007
The first featured bassist Ray Brown and guitarist Herb Ellis. The second included Brown and drummer Ed Thigpen. (Boston Globe)
Oscar Peterson, Jazz Pianist Who Played With Gillespie, Parker, Dies at 82 Dec 25, 2007
The makeup of the trio changed over the years, though the best-known lineup was probably Peterson, guitarist Herb Ellis and bass player Ray Brown. Peterson recorded his first solos in 1968, part of a highly regarded series of MPS recordings. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Lyrical power in a top brew Nov 3, 2007
More than any of his peers he straddles a divide between the relentless groove of Ray Brown and the virtuoso lyricism of Scott LaFaro. Eubanks's trombone sumptuously filled the room on the oriental melody of Veil of Tears, and shared some fiery improvised duets with Potter, most notably on Prime Directive, when the two horns sustained extraordinary rhythmic momentum after the rest of the band dropped out. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Jazz violinist Carter headlines jazz fest Sep 21, 2007
Over the past 20 years, she has played or recorded with musicians ranging from Billy Joel and Aretha Franklin to Mary J. Blige and Lauryn Hill, along with jazz icons such as Ray Brown and Cassandra Wilson. Carter also played on Wynton Marsalis' Pulitzer Prize-winning opera lood on the Fields, and on filmmaker Ken Burns' PBS documentary series, azz. (Corning Leader, NY)
Nickelodeon's First Original Broadband Series, Nick Cannon's Star Camp, To Debut Sunday, July 22, On TurboNick Jul 14, 2007
"The Giggle Club features eight members, ranging in age from 13 to 19. They are Cashae Davis (Young Daisy), Antonio Anderson (M-One), Tehabreana Mc Nair (Bre-Roca), Malik Mc Nair (Mac Flossy), Jessica Salinaz (Jessi J), William May (Big Will), Amanda Moseley (Mandy Rain) and Jesse Brown (Casper).TurboNick will complement the Nick Cannon's Star Camp streaming experience with background on the show and The Giggle Club members, as well as a message board where kids can actively discuss their... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Alexander brings Caribbean blend of jazz to festival Jul 12, 2007
The Jilly's connection paid off big time because it put Alexander in the company of vibist Milt Jackson, bassist Ray Brown and Old Blue Eyes, himself. And Monty was later to record will all of them plus other top rank artists and in the case of Brown and Jackson, to play with them on a fairly regular basis. (North County Times)
Johnny Frigo, 90; jazz bassist, violinist helped write standards Jul 7, 2007
As a bandleader Mr. Frigo recorded one album in his prime, "I Love Johnny Frigo . . . He Swings" (1957), featuring his Soft Winds guitarist Ellis, with bassist Ray Brown, pianist Dick Marx, and trumpeter Cy Touff. Although he recorded regularly, Mr. Frigo did not enjoy much recognition as a leader until the late 1980s, when he started making several well received jazz albums that featured, among others, father-son guitarists Bucky and John Pizzarelli. (Boston Globe)
The Fender Precision Bass Guitar Jun 20, 2007
Think Charlie Mingus, Ray Brown, Bill Black in the early Elvis era. The advent of electric bass. (Suite101.com)
Judge grants delays in the trials of two former legislators Jun 13, 2007
Weyhrauch, represented at the hearing by attorney Ray Brown, is continuing to work as a private practice attorney. In late May, Sedwick agreed to delay a similar trial for Rep. (Anchorage Daily News)
She's All Jazz Jun 12, 2007
Hamilton played for many years with the great bassist Ray Brown, who discovered teenage Krall playing in her native British Columbia and convinced her to move to Los Angeles. Guitarist Wilson offered extraordinarily fast, singing solos that punched home the songs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Carnegie Hall concert honours Oscar Peterson Jun 11, 2007
Peterson was brought up from the audience as a surprise guest to play a duet with bassist Ray Brown, overwhelming everyone with his dazzling technique and mastery of different jazz styles. Trumpeter Wynton Marsalis performs in front of a picture of Oscar Peterson during the all star tribute to the Canadian jazz pianist at Carnegie Hall in New York. (Globe and Mail)
Honoring service, sacrifice May 29, 2007
Stephens introduced his father-in-law Ray Brown, 95, who volunteered for hazardous duty and served 28 months in the South Pacific during WWII.. He wasn't wounded, but Brown did contract malaria. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Tal Wilkenfeld, The Basement, May 13 May 16, 2007
Now she was leading a trio completed by the virtuoso drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, who a fortnight ago was here with Herbie Hancock, and the keyboards player Geoff Keezer, whose credits include the Ray Brown Trio and playing with Art Farmer and Jim Hall. Many musicians have made a splash by Wilkenfeld's age, but surely few have been playing their instrument for such a short time. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Some final minicamp thoughts May 16, 2007
On the OL Harris Barton, Guy McIntyre, Derrick Deese and Ray Brown. WR. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Paul McCartney First Artist Signed to New Hear Music Label Mar 22, 2007
They include titles from some of the most admired and enduring names in music, including Ray Brown, Rosemary Clooney, John Coltrane, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Isaac Hayes, Little Richard, Thelonious Monk, Oscar Peterson, Tito Puente, George Shearing and Mel Torme. The group's current roster of world-class artists includes: Karrin Allyson, George Benson, Chick Corea, Kurt Elling, John Fogerty, Gerald Albright, Will Downing, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Sergio Mendes,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Trustees want more road study By Dave Lewis with The Meteor Mar 14, 2007
Board President Ray Brown said no action could be taken at the time but that trustees would give the matter consideration. In other business, school board members. (Madisonville Meteor, TX)
Covering the basses Mar 5, 2007
Two Bass Hits, Ray Brown. Ray Brown was one of the most influential jazz bassists of the 20th century, and a role model to many. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Podcast: Your top concerts Jan 20, 2007
Best Jazz show: Ray Brown at Yoshi's in Oakland, CA about 4 months before he died. Unforgetable as there were only about 7 ft. between me and the jazz legend. (USA Today -- Life)
Stamp honors Fitzgerald, First Lady of Song Jan 10, 2007
She would be very honored, very pleased and a little surprised, said Ray Brown Jr., Fitzgeralds son. She didnt go through life expecting all the accolades that she got. (MSNBC -- Race)
Fitzgerald gets stamp of approval Jan 10, 2007
"She would be very honored, very pleased and a little surprised," said Ray Brown Jr., Fitzgerald's son. "She didn't go through life expecting all the accolades that she got. She was just happy to do her thing and be the best that she could be.". (Variety)
USPS Honors Ella Fitzgerald: The Lady Is A Stamp Jan 10, 2007
People who don't know about her will see the stamp and think: "What makes this person special? And perhaps find out about the person and about the music," said her son, Ray Brown Jr.. Fitzgerald wasn't self-important, perhaps reflecting the values she sang about in the Rodgers and Hart song "The Lady is a Tramp". (WCCO.com, MN)
Celebrating Athenaeum's expansion Jan 8, 2007
Featured performers are pianist Geoffrey Keezer, a veteran of the Art Blakey and Ray Brown ensembles (Jan. 18), and Red Priest, an experimental early music ensemble from England (Jan. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Bass player and bandleader -- good luck finding another like Buster Williams Jan 7, 2007
Now that Ray Brown and Percy Heath have passed on, bassists who came up in the fire of bebop are few and far between, and there's probably no one with more jazz knowledge and history inside him than Williams. He's been a first-call bassist since he was 17, when a lucky break landed him a gig with the Gene Ammons-Sonny Stitt band. (San Francisco Chronicle)
