How Ben Wendel Continues to Push the Boundaries of Jazz
If jazz had a “comfort zone,” Ben Wendel would be the guy elbowing it out of the way, demanding more room to explore.
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Bebop Brilliance: Sonny Stitt’s Contributions and Key Recordings
Sonny Stitt wasn’t just part of the bebop movement—he was one of its driving forces, with a saxophone that could both light up a room and leave it hanging on every note.
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Blossom Dearie: The Playful Voice That Redefined Vocal Jazz
Blossom Dearie wasn’t just a jazz singer—she was the musical equivalent of a glass of champagne: light, effervescent, and full of charm.
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Eric Dolphy: The Multi-Instrumentalist Who Transformed Free Jazz
Eric Dolphy wasn’t just a jazz musician; he was a sonic explorer. Imagine a man who could make a saxophone sound like it was having an existential crisis—beautiful, strange, and full of questions.
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Lee Konitz’s Musical Milestones: From Iconic Recordings to Influential Live Shows
Lee Konitz’s career in jazz was like that one friend who always shows up to the party and somehow makes everything cooler—without even trying.
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