Jazz

Jazz Appreciation Month - Courtney Pine

In April's last blog about inspirational jazz, in recognition of Jazz Appreciation Month, I'd like to talk about Courtney Pine.

Jazz Appreciation Month - The Three Louis'

A new blog about three Louis' I've enjoyed listening to since first discovering them: Louis Armstrong, Louis Prima, and Louis Jordan.

Jazz Appreciation Month - Django Reinhardt's Jazz

Continuing with Jazz Appreciation Month, I'd like to talk about how one man's music was the first jazz I repeatedly listened to.

Jazz Appreciation Month - Charlie Parker's Bebop

April is Jazz Appreciation Month, so what better time to talk about a genre of jazz that has evaded my understanding for almost 18 years.

Discovering Jazz Clarinet

There's loads of great jazz clarinet music. Here are some examples that give the clarinet the chance to escape its classical trappings.

A beginner's guide to jazz music improvisation

The first time you're told to improvise during a live music performance can be both an exciting and daunting experience. Here are a few...