Tag: seattle public library

Soul Jazz

I recently read Soul Jazz:  Jazz in the Black Community, 1945-1975, a book by producer, writer, and critic Bob Porter.   When I first heard about it, I felt like it was right in line with what I’ve been interested in learning about and listening to for the last 5 years or so:  popular instrumental music […]

Radio, TV, Books, Music

Hi all! Lots to catch up on here.  I got the chance to do a few local music and radio shows last month with some of my favorite musicians in town: Tim Kennedy band on KNKX:  Tim has gotten pretty regular mention on this site for good reason, he has been a significant positive influence […]

Library Music Finds

I’m going through another heavy library-listening phase, checking out CDs by the armful!  Here are some things I’ve been checking  out: Grant Green, Idle Moments – The more I listen to Grant Green, the more I like his playing, specifically the thematic way in which he improvises.  Although it is sometimes repetitive, I think that […]