Edward BrownApr 26, 20213 minJazz Appreciation Month - Courtney PineIn April's last blog about inspirational jazz, in recognition of Jazz Appreciation Month, I'd like to talk about Courtney Pine.
Edward BrownApr 20, 20214 minJazz 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.
Edward BrownApr 12, 20213 minJazz Appreciation Month - Django Reinhardt's JazzContinuing with Jazz Appreciation Month, I'd like to talk about how one man's music was the first jazz I repeatedly listened to.
Edward BrownApr 6, 20213 minJazz Appreciation Month - Charlie Parker's BebopApril is Jazz Appreciation Month, so what better time to talk about a genre of jazz that has evaded my understanding for almost 18 years.
Edward BrownMar 1, 20212 minDiscovering Jazz ClarinetThere's loads of great jazz clarinet music. Here are some examples that give the clarinet the chance to escape its classical trappings.
Edward BrownJul 7, 20204 minA Beginner's Guide to Jazz ImprovisationThe first time you're told to improvise during a live music performance can be both an exciting and daunting experience. Here are a few...