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How Paul Desmond’s ‘Take Five’ Became the Dave Brubeck Quartet’s Unlikely Hit

How Paul Desmond’s ‘Take Five’ Became the Dave Brubeck Quartet’s Unlikely Hit

Discover the story of how Dave Brubeck's hesitation over an experimental song in 5/4 time led to a career-defining hit for his saxophonist, Paul Desmond.
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Danny Melnick Organizes Tribute Event for Late Jazz Icon Jack DeJohnette

Danny Melnick Organizes Tribute Event for Late Jazz Icon Jack DeJohnette

Danny Melnick Organizes Tribute Event for Late Jazz Icon Jack DeJohnette
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How Collectors Helped Preserve Blind Lemon Jefferson’s Fragile Recorded Legacy

How Collectors Helped Preserve Blind Lemon Jefferson’s Fragile Recorded Legacy

The story behind blues pioneer Blind Lemon Jefferson is not just about the music, but about how his entire legacy was nearly lost to history.
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LA Jazz Festival Faces Cancellations Days Before Scheduled Start

LA Jazz Festival Faces Cancellations Days Before Scheduled Start

LA Jazz Festival Faces Cancellations Days Before Scheduled Start
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KLOF Magazine Releases New Mixtape Featuring Folk and Experimental Music

KLOF Magazine Releases New Mixtape Featuring Folk and Experimental Music

KLOF Magazine Releases New Mixtape Featuring Folk and Experimental Music
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Blue Note London Launches with Robert Glasper and Erykah Badu, Expanding Jazz Scene

Blue Note London Launches with Robert Glasper and Erykah Badu, Expanding Jazz Scene

Blue Note London Launches with Robert Glasper and Erykah Badu, Expanding Jazz Scene
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The Conflict and Inequality Behind Stan Getz’s “The Girl from Ipanema”

The Conflict and Inequality Behind Stan Getz’s “The Girl from Ipanema”

It's one of the most famous songs ever recorded, but the creation of "The Girl from Ipanema" was marked by tension, an accidental star, and financial bitterness.
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Bryan Murray's 'Wolf' Album Showcases Jazz Innovation and Collaboration

Bryan Murray's 'Wolf' Album Showcases Jazz Innovation and Collaboration

Bryan Murray's 'Wolf' Album Showcases Jazz Innovation and Collaboration
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How Getz/Gilberto Captured Bossa Nova’s Intimate Sound

How Getz/Gilberto Captured Bossa Nova’s Intimate Sound

Beyond the breathy solos, Stan Getz’s work with producer Creed Taylor and engineer Phil Ramone on albums like ‘Getz/Gilberto’ set a new sonic standard.
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The Origin and Legacy of Louis Armstrong's Nickname 'Satchmo'

The Origin and Legacy of Louis Armstrong's Nickname 'Satchmo'

The Origin and Legacy of Louis Armstrong's Nickname 'Satchmo'
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Blue Cranes to Perform Final Show with Tenor Saxophonist Joe Cunningham

Blue Cranes to Perform Final Show with Tenor Saxophonist Joe Cunningham

Blue Cranes to Perform Final Show with Tenor Saxophonist Joe Cunningham
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JazzFest White Plains Announces Lineup Featuring GRAMMY Winners

JazzFest White Plains Announces Lineup Featuring GRAMMY Winners

JazzFest White Plains Announces Lineup Featuring GRAMMY Winners