© Andrea Canter Ed. note: The Lead Sheet transitions to a monthly post with frequent updates. Rather than posting a new “sheet” weekly, JazzINK will publish an overview of gigs for the coming month on or before the first of each month, with at least weekly updating as new gigs and concerts are announced. The […]
© Andrea Canter “Kendra’s vocal flexibility was an ongoing revelation, not only evidenced in her wide intervals and elastic phrasing but in her sudden shifts in direction or dynamics, her dramatic use of space, and her creative use of the microphone.” — Jazz Police.com “Shank is among the most interesting and imaginative vocalists in all […]
© Andrea Canter Nearing its third anniversary, the Saturday Night Jazz at the Black Dog Series, curated by Steve Kenny, expands its offerings this weekend with some vocal jazz to kick off the evening. Katia Cardenas and her trio perform at 7 pm, followed by the headline sets from Chris Bates’ Red 5 at 8:30 […]
© Andrea Canter Considered one of the most versatile pianists on the Twin Cities jazz scene, Peter Schimke seldom takes the leading role on jazz club stages. The All Originals Jazz series at Studio Z is an ideal opportunity to enjoy Peter’s talents not only as a pianist and bandleader, but also as a composer. […]
© Andrea Canter (Note: Article based on press release from Shifting Paradigm Records) After nearly three years, including one major schedule change and rebranding of the venue, Thursday Night Jazz at Reverie presents its final sets on Thursday, July 27 at 9 pm, pending venue relocation. Curator Steve Kenny has presented at least one band […]
© Andrea Canter “…Probably the best tenor player in the world.” –Ornette Coleman “A rare opportunity to catch a highly influential and enduring jazz tenor player whose living peers can be counted on the fingers of one hand.” – Rick Mason, City Pages One of the last active musicians to have played alongside the […]