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Frank Longino: I should have moved to NC years ago
Doug: Frank, we’ve known each other for about 10 years, and I’ve noticed that there’s nothing that you can’t do. You’re a professional level pianist and trombone player. You also play drums and bass very well. You were a church … Continue reading
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Trumpeter Al Strong takes a solo on Confirmation
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Guitarist Arlin Tart plays a solo over Miles Davis’ Solar
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Saxophonist Tedd Baker: Practicing is a different story with a family
Doug: Tedd, I enjoyed hearing you play at the Blue Note Grill jazz jam! When we spoke for a minute, you were describing your practice routine. As a dad, I especially enjoyed the fact that you prefaced it with “Before … Continue reading
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January News
I’ve been playing organ with Ben Palmer every monday night at the Blue Note Grill Jazz Jam. Every week, many serious musicians come out and sit in with the band. I have been so inspired by playing with each of … Continue reading
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Guitarist Nick Russo talks about playing with solid time
Recently I had a chance to interview Nick Russo via email: Doug: Nick, for musicians it is a technical goal to be able to play music with solid, steady time. Most musicians will practice music and etudes with a metronome. … Continue reading
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Joe Izzo plays a drum solo at the Blue Note Grill Jazz Jam
(from his website:) Joe Izzo has been busy on the New York City scene since relocating there in 2008 from North Carolina. He has played at many of the popular music venues there including; The Highline Ballroom, The Mercury Lounge, … Continue reading
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Tedd Baker plays tenor sax solo over rhythm changes at Blue Note Grill jazz jam
(excerpted from his website:) Tenor and soprano saxophonist Tedd Baker brings raw energy to every performance. Both a composer and performer, Tedd’s all-original debut CD “Mugshots” was released in 2006. Born in Binghamton, NY, Tedd Baker was raised near Boston, … Continue reading
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