Monthly Archives: February 2004

Paul Schwartz: State of Grace II

Posted on February 22, 2004 by

Composer Paul Schwartz’s "State of Grace II" lies between the musical worlds of innovative concert and esoteric pop music. Schwartz is a classically trained composer who also mastered electronic grooves. He has taken two dramatic classic Christian texts, the Magnificat … Continue reading →

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Jay McShann: Goin’ to Kansas City

Posted on February 16, 2004 by

Kansas City blues and jazz legend Jay McShann is still making records, well into his 80s. On Grammy-nominated "Goin’ to Kansas City," McShann is joined by Duke Robillard, Maria Muldaur, Johnnie Johnson and others. These profiles, produced from interviews by … Continue reading →

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Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band: XXL

Posted on February 8, 2004 by

Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band has been called Los Angeles’ most exciting big band – and for good reason. Their second CD, "XXL," nominated for three 2004 Grammy Awards in various jazz categories, crackles with energy and is filled with … Continue reading →

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