There are no mystical components involved in jazz music — mostly it’s about improvisation and swing. And what holds true for the piano, bass or saxophone also applies to the human instrument — the ...

Just 25, the gifted singing sensation has developed a close musical bond with San Diego-based sax legend Charles McPherson, ...

Celebrated jazz singer Samara Joy explores her musical education and co-producing her newest record ahead of a show at Moore ...

Gregory Porter, Christian McBride and Grace Kelly were among the Day 1 highlights at the 68th annual Monterey Jazz Festival.

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Throughout Northampton, Mass., this weekend, a festival that fills the Paradise City with music will be in full swing.

From a 101-year-old master to a 25-year-old radiant songstress, the jazz season in Philly is a meeting of greats.

Vocalists hold an interesting and endearing position in the jazz world. When an instrumentalist improvises or even plays a melody, they are leaving their message up for interpretation. A vocalist can ...

When thinking about jazz, it’s impossible to ignore the deep, soulful contributions of Black women who have shaped the genre into what it is today. From smooth and sultry vocals to bold, ...

Barrington’s White House’s fall 2025 season opener will be internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist Nnenna Freelon, who will perform her newest project, Beneath the Skin, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 7. A ...

Before Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson, or Rachelle Ferrell, there was Billie Holiday, a fierce jazz vocalist who captivated audiences with every note. Known for her unique raspy voice, she made history as ...

Jazz vocalist Samara Joy UCSB Arts & Lectures (A&L) will present jazz vocalist Samara Joy, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2 at The Granada Theatre in ...