This April, Jazz Appreciation Month is honoring the legendary singer Frank Sinatra for his early bold stand for human rights in 1945.
Jazz in Pop: John Pizzarelli’s Double Exposure
A flamboyant guitarist proving the idea that jazz and pop can co-exist.
Lester Young’s Smooth Tone
Many saxophonists have copied his improvisational smooth tone and relaxed lyrical style
Ella Fitzgerald, 10th Anniversary of America’s First Lady of Songs
Fitzgerald had a sweet, powerful three-octave voice and perfect diction, making her the best candidate to record the splendid series of Songbook albums