Music: the week ahead Nov 12, 2009
JAZZ, BLUES & CABARET THE JOHN FUNKHOUSER TRIO The virtuosic trio celebrates its new CD Time, showcasing melodic and accessible investigations of unusual time signatures, influenced by such jazz pathfinders as Max Roach and Dave Brubeck as well as progressive rockers like Yes and Frank Zappa. 7 p.m. Nov. 13. (Boston Globe)
Slayer, 'World Painted Blood' Nov 9, 2009
World Painted Blood is Slayer s 10th studio album and another potent display of brutality by the band that personifies its genre much like B.B. King embodies the blues and Dave Brubeck is the essence of jazz. If you have any curiosity about heavy metal, simply pick up a Slayer record, and the new stuff is as aesthetically pure as the earlier, career-defining releases. (Boston Globe)
Belmont Media Center Notes Oct 24, 2009
The Paratores and the Dave Brubeck Quartet Anthony and Joseph Paratore perform with the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Tune in on channels 9/29 at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, 8 p.m., Saturday, 10p. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Trustees approve Michelle Obama for honorary degree Oct 23, 2009
Other individuals who were approved by the Board of Trustees on Friday are jazz musician Dave Brubeck, former GW Trustee and CEO of Clark Enterprises, Inc. A James 'Jim' Clark, former Secretary of Transportation William Coleman, co-founder of Intel Corp. Andrew Grove and 2006 Nobel Peace Prize recipient Muhammad Yunus. Last year honorary degrees were given to commencement speaker and White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel, the Director of Project Kaleidoscope Jeanne Narum, sculptor John Safer... (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
5th Annual Pittsfield CityJazz Festival Hits New Heights With Weekend of Headline Concerts, Educational Experiences Oct 14, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The reaches its zenith this weekend, with concerts by The Industrial Jazz Group, the Frank Vignola Trio, and the Dave Brubeck Quartet. These groups highlight the final weekend of the fifth annual Pittsfield CityJazz Festival, Oct. 15-18. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Eric Mintel’s tribute to Dave Brubeck at Regent Theatre Sep 30, 2009
Eric Mintel s tribute to Dave Brubeck at Regent Theatre - The Boston Globe ... Jazz pianist and composer Dave Brubeck once said: As long as the music attracts dedicated young musicians like Eric Mintel, jazz will continue to thrive and progress as a voice of freedom ... You can witness thriving jazz at the Eric Mintel Quartet s Tribute to Dave Brubeck with Mintel on piano, Nelson Hill on sax and flute, Dave Antonow on bass, and Dave Mohn on drums. (Boston Globe)
Musical majesty in Philharmonic season Sep 30, 2009
The centerpiece of the program is "Ansel Adams: America," a commissioned piece written for the orchestras in Fresno, Stockton and Sacramento by none other than jazz icon Dave Brubeck and his son, Chris ... "And there's no question that Dave Brubeck is one of the icons of 20th century music." ... Dave Brubeck was named last week as a recipient of the 2009 Kennedy Center Honors, along with Bruce Springsteen, Mel Brooks, Grace Bumbry and Robert De Niro. (Fresno Bee)
Newest Celtics out and about Sep 23, 2009
Berklee honors Brubeck Jazz legend Dave Brubeck is a frequent performer at the Berklee College of Music, so it s only fitting that the school decided to give the 88-year-old pianist an honorary doctor of music degree over the weekend. Brubeck, best known for the hit Take Five, received the honor from Clint Eastwood and Berklee president Roger H. Brown on Sunday during the 52d Annual Monterey Jazz Festival. (Boston Globe)
Honor our creator Sep 19, 2009
Dave Brubeck just wishes his mom could see him now: On Dec. 6, the same day the jazz composer and pianist turns 89, he'll be among the leading artists feted at the 32nd Kennedy Center Honors Gala. Dignitaries from President Barack Obama on down will celebrate Brubeck's career, along with those of Bruce Springsteen, Robert De Niro, Mel Brooks and opera singer Grace Bumbry, the Kennedy Center announced Wednesday. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
No comments posted. Sep 16, 2009
A: J.S. Bach's Brandenburg Concertos, because Bach has such mastery amidst the whole Soli Deo Gloria thing going on; "Firm Foundation," which is a praise and worship CD produced by Hosannah Music back in the mid '90s because it plays like a whole worship service with praise and confession and inspiration and sending all in one; the Dave Brubeck Quartet album "Time Out" because it is just so much fun to listen to. Add Your Comments. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Boyle is 'edging closer' to Porno Sep 11, 2009
Page last updated at 11:36 GMT, Thursday, 10 September 2009 12:36 UK. By Kev Geoghegan Entertainment Reporter, BBC News. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Bon appetit! Sep 11, 2009
Page last updated at 07:53 GMT, Friday, 11 September 2009 08:53 UK. Meryl Streep says bon appetit. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Keillor suffers stroke Sep 10, 2009
Jazz pianist Dave Brubeck, rocker Bruce Springsteen, actor Robert De Niro, comic genius Mel Brooks, and opera singer Grace Bumbry will be feted Dec. 6 at the 32d Kennedy Center Honors Gala. The Kennedy Center Honors recognize performing artists for their contributions to American culture. (Boston Globe)
Jazz legend looks back Sep 10, 2009
Dave Brubeck a jazz legend ... Dave Brubeck has been a jazz legend for most of 80 years receiving worldwide acclaim for hits like 'Take 5' and 'Blue Rondo a La Turk. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
De Niro among Kennedy Center honorees Sep 10, 2009
Bruce Springsteen, Dave Brubeck, Mel Brooks also to be honored ... WASHINGTON - Dave Brubeck just wishes his mom could see him now: On Dec. 6, the same day the jazz composer and pianist turns 89, he'll be among the leading artists feted at the 32nd Kennedy Center Honors Gala ... "Time Out" the classic album by the Dave Brubeck Quartet featuring the hit "Take Five" in 5/4 time_ turned 50 this year. (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
Kennedy Center Honors: Springsteen, DeNiro Sep 10, 2009
(AP) Dave Brubeck just wishes his mom could see him now: On Dec. 6, the same day the jazz composer and pianist turns 89, he'll be among the leading artists feted at the 32nd Kennedy Center Honors Gala ... "Time Out" _ the classic album by the Dave Brubeck Quartet featuring the hit "Take Five" in 5/4 time_ turned 50 this year. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Sonic spotlight Sep 3, 2009
PERFORMED WITH: Dizzy Gillespie, Dave Brubeck, James Newton, Charlie Haden, Art Lande, John Denver, Mitch Ryder, the Temptations, The Four Tops, Bob Hope, the Augusta Symphony and Ed Turner r 9. PRE-SHOW RITUAL: "Get centered, get focused and get prepared mentally, emotionally and physically.". (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bennett, Brubeck First Gig in Together in 50 Years Aug 14, 2009
NEWPORT, R.I. -- Tony Bennett and Dave Brubeck spun some of their old magic when they performed together for only the second time in their 60-plus-year careers. Brubeck closed his set at the George Wein's CareFusion Jazz Festival 55 at Newport, R.I., on Sunday with his quartet's classic "Take Five," which he recorded 50 years ago. (Newsmax)
Bennett, Brubeck Back Together Aug 13, 2009
Tony Bennett, Dave Brubeck Spin Magic In First Performance Together In 47 Years At Newport ... (AP) Tony Bennett and Dave Brubeck spun some of their old magic when they performed together for only the second time in their 60-plus-year careers. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Tony Bennett, Dave Brubeck spin magic again Aug 12, 2009
NEWPORT, Rhode Island (AP): Tony Bennett and Dave Brubeck spun some of their old magic when they performed together for only the second time in their 60-plus-year careers. The inspiration came from documentary filmmaker Bruce Ricker after he discovered that the two music legends were performing back-to-back sets Sunday at the close of George Wein's CareFusion Jazz Festival 55 at Newport, Rhode Island. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Second-stage jazz acts steal the show in Newport Aug 10, 2009
With 30 sets of music over two days at Fort Adams State Park, virtually every style of jazz was represented on the big stage: the stately cool jazz of the Dave Brubeck Quartet; the straight-ahead hard bop of groups led by Roy Haynes and Cedar Walton; the modern-meets-traditional sounds of pianist Michel Camilo, Branford Marsalis s quartet, Joe Lovano s two-drummer quintet, and Joshua Redman Double Trio with two bassists and two drummers; the 21st-century blends created by singer/bassist... (Boston Globe)
Grammy winner Chaka Khan leads entertainment lineup 55th jazz festival in Rhode Island Aug 8, 2009
Among the other acts playing this weekend are Mos Def, the Branford Marsalis Quartet, Dave Brubeck Quartet and Tony Bennett. . (FOX61, CT)
Newport Jazz Festival highlights Aug 7, 2009
Dave Brubeck Quartet: The master pianist has become a mainstay of the Newport festival, and he always puts on a show that belies his age (88). You know he ll play Take Five, one of jazz s most recognizable songs. (Boston Globe)
PR Newswire Summary of EntertaiNet Copy, Friday, July 17, 2009 Jul 18, 2009
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New sponsor emerges to revive New York's flagship jazz festival for 2010 Jul 8, 2009
CareFusion also will sponsor this year's Aug. 7-9 jazz festival in Newport, R.I., which will feature Tony Bennett, Branford Marsalis, Dave Brubeck and Etta James, among others. Wein said the sponsorship means that Newport "will not lose money this year" and puts the festival on more solid financial footing for next year. (FOX61, CT)
1959 saw jazz take giant steps in popular culture Jun 30, 2009
In the studio: Dave Brubeck, left, Paul Desmond, Eugene Wright and Joe Morello at work on Time Out in 1959 ... Time Out: Take 50 features the Dave Brubeck Quartet reinterpreting pieces from their legendary album (Saturday). (USA Today -- Life)
Upcoming arts events in Northwestern Pennsylvania May 24, 2009
Jazz legend Dave Brubeck appears at Mercyhurst's Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center, May 31, 7 p.m.. Cost: Tickets range from $35 to $55. (Erie Times-News, PA)
A LOOK AT THE WEEK AHEAD May 23, 2009
-Dave Brubeck, "Time Out: 50th Anniversary". -Vinnie Moore, "To the Core". (Erie Times-News, PA)
Holiday weekend coming, rain or shine May 22, 2009
All That Free Jazz: Want to see musical legends such as Dave Brubeck, Roberta Flack and Chris Botti. For free. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Matias Tarnopolsky Named Director Of Cal Performances May 21, 2009
Since that time, appearances by such renowned performers as Luisa Tetrazzini, Margaret Anglin, George Gershwin, Marian Anderson, Dave Brubeck, Glenn Gould, the Berliner Ensemble, Yo-Yo Ma and Mark Morris Dance Group demonstrate that Berkeley has sufficiently lived up to its reputation as "the Athens of the West.". CONTACT: Christina Kellogg 510-643-6714. (PR Newswire)
George Wein stresses avant-garde acts for Newport jazz festival May 17, 2009
The Newport jazz festival has always attracted the biggest names and most popular acts, from Duke Ellington, Sarah Vaughan, and Count Basie to Dave Brubeck, Herbie Hancock, and Diana Krall. Brubeck, in fact, has become a mainstay of the festival - he's performing at Fort Adams State Park again this August, as will such luminaries as Tony Bennett, Etta James, Branford Marsalis, Roy Haynes, and Joshua Redman. (Boston Globe)
Critic's picks - jazz music May 17, 2009
FREIHOFER'S JAZZ FESTIVAL The jazz fest in Saratoga Springs boasts a stellar lineup that includes the Dave Brubeck Quartet, Bettye Lavette, the Spanish Harlem Orchestra, George Benson, Patti LaBelle, and others. June 27-28, Saratoga Springs, N.Y. 518-584-9330. (Boston Globe)
City Beat (10) May 3, 2009
Line-up includes world premi;re of a multi-media collaborative work by artist Cecilia Smith and performances by George Benson, Buddy Guy, Dave Brubeck and Dave Koz. For tickets, 216-241-6000. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
5 family-friendly music festivals May 2, 2009
Roberta Flack and Dave Brubeck are the classic jazz headliners, but there s also Dr. John, the B.B. King All Star Band, the Stanley Clarke Trio and Bill Frisell s 858 Quartet. Admission: Performances are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
30th Anniversary of the Detroit International Jazz Festival 2009 Edition of the Labor Day Weekend Classic to Celebrate Family Jazz Dynasties and the Detroit Jazz Legacy Apr 30, 2009
First, there are the "family guys": 91 year-old Hank Jones, the Clayton Brothers, Dave Brubeck & sons, John & Bucky Pizzarelli, Larry & Julian Coryell, the Heath Brothers, Pete & Juan Escovedo, and Brian Auger and his family. Then, there are the "heirs" (musicians who represent strong family traditions): T.S. Monk with a "tentet" performance of Monk on Monk, and Chuchito Valdes - son and grandson of brilliant pianists Chucho and Bebo. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
INgrooves Partners With Telarc and Heads Up International Apr 29, 2009
The Telarc and Heads Up catalog ranges from such jazz icons as Dave Brubeck, Michael Brecker, George Duke, Joe Zawinul, Oscar Peterson, McCoy Tyner and Stanley Clarke to blues legends like Taj Mahal, Junior Wells, Pinetop Perkins and Tab Benoit. The roster also features contemporary jazz artists like Candy Dulfer, Victor Wooten, Fourplay, Marcus Miller, Spyro Gyra, Yellowjackets, Hiroshima and Najee, as well as world and pop stars including Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Hugh Masekela, Miriam Makeba... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ex-Vatican envoy to refuse Notre Dame award Apr 28, 2009
Previous winners have included President John F. Kennedy, anti-death penalty activist Sister Helen Prejean, actor-activist Martin Sheen and jazz musician Dave Brubeck. A message was left for Glendon at her Harvard office. (USA Today)
Repackaging music from the era when packaging mattered Apr 18, 2009
Carl Mello, director of media buying for local chain Newbury Comics, isn't so sure the reissues signify anything, pointing out the concurrent raft of recent vintage jazz reissues from the likes of Dave Brubeck and Miles Davis. "It's just a good revenue stream to be able to repackage something," he says. (Boston Globe)
Newport Folk, Jazz Festivals Returning to Roots Apr 18, 2009
The jazz festival, meanwhile, will feature singers Tony Bennett and Etta James, saxophonist Branford Marsalis and the Dave Brubeck Quartet _ a fixture at Newport. The folk festival, which this year is formally known as George Wein's Folk Festival 50, is scheduled for July 31-Aug. (Newsmax)
Jazz festival seeks helping hands Apr 14, 2009
The festival features Columbia s Big Band, Modesto jazz bands, the Dave Brubeck Group and bands from Delta College and University of the Pacific. Mic Gillette from Tower of Power will emcee and bring his group. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Jazz Great Dave Brubeck Recovering at Conn. Home Apr 11, 2009
com - Jazz Great Dave Brubeck Recovering at Conn ... Jazz Great Dave Brubeck Recovering at Conn ... -- Dave Brubeck's son says the jazz pianist and composer is looking forward to returning to the road for some shows after being hospitalized for a viral infection. (Newsmax)
Bud Shank, 82; noted flutist, alto sax 'cool jazz' pioneer Apr 6, 2009
Along with Chet Baker, Gerry Mulligan, and Dave Brubeck, Mr. Shank was one of the prime creators of the West Coast school of cool, a style of jazz seen as the relaxed, melodic counterpart of California life in the 1950s. In fact, Mr. Shank disliked the isolationist term "West Coast jazz," and his spirited, energetic style belied his roots as an Ohio farm boy. (Boston Globe)
Catching up with ... Mills College's Fred Frith Apr 3, 2009
Darius Milhaud is a symbolic figure because he opened his arms to musicians in the '40s, '50s and '60s - including Dave Brubeck, Phil Lesh - who otherwise wouldn't have found their way here. They were as welcome as "serious" composers. (San Francisco Chronicle)
People: Jennifer Hudson, Zac Efron, Ethan Coen Mar 26, 2009
Smokey Robinson, Michael McDonald and Dave Brubeck will join 800 other musicians and singers performing at the Rochester International Jazz Festival in New York State this year. The eighth-annual, nine-day festival kicks off June 12 with a concert by Robinson, whose hits with the Miracles include "Tears of a Clown," "You Really Got a Hold on Me" and "I Second That Emotion," organizers said. (International Herald Tribune)
International Jazz Fest Lineup Set Mar 25, 2009
Feature performers this year include Smokey Robinson, Michael McDonald, Dave Brubeck and Taj Mahal. It will also include some unfamiliar names. (R News)
Former ambassador to Vatican to be honored Mar 22, 2009
Past award recipients include former President John F. Kennedy, former Supreme Court Justice William J. Brennan Jr., jazz great Dave Brubeck and actor and activist Martin Sheen. Glendon is the Learned Hand Professor of Law at Harvard Law School and also has taught at Boston College, the University of Chicago and the Gregorian University in Rome. (Anchorage Daily News)
'1959 - Jazz's Greatest Year,' Classic Albums by Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck and Charles Mingus All Celebrate 50th Anniversaries in 2009 Mar 14, 2009
1959 - Jazz's Greatest Year,' Classic Albums by Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck and Charles Mingus All Celebrate 50th Anniversaries in 2009: Financial News - Yahoo ... 1959 - Jazz's Greatest Year,' Classic Albums by Miles Davis, Dave Brubeck and Charles Mingus All Celebrate 50th Anniversaries in 2009Friday March 13, 10:00 am ET ... NEW YORK, March 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Judging by the flow of jazz masterpieces recorded that year -- among them, the Columbia Records classics Time Out by the Dave Brubeck... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Coryell, Auger, Sample Trio follows fathers' leads Feb 10, 2009
A few years later, he and Dave Brubeck were hashing out "Take Five" onstage. Fast forward to the summer of 2007, when Coryell met Karma Auger at a gig in San Diego. (Boston Globe)
American Piano Duo in Concert Feb 8, 2009
The program, themed "Americana," will feature 20th century American composers as a tribute to Abraham Lincoln in the month of his 200th birthday, including pieces by Bernstein, Gershwin and Bolcom, as well as a "Yankee Doodle" variation by Dave Brubeck that Shumway said is a mismatch of every American song the composer could think of. Shumway and Parkinson have been a team for more than 25 years and have released three albums together. (The Daily Universe, UT)
