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Scott Worthington

Born: May 8

Scott Worthington enjoys a diverse career as a musician in Los Angeles. A "masterful and transfixing" bassist (NewMusicBox), he performs as a soloist, in orchestras and recording studios, and with improvisors and chamber groups. As a performer-composer, his albums have garnered critical acclaim. Prism was named one of The New Yorker's most notable classical albums of 2015 and called "as bewitching as it is original" by Alex Ross. Scott's other releases have been praised by The New York Times ("continually surprises and delights with tiny, glittering events") and the National Sawdust Log ("quietly gripping"). He has received commissions from the Library Foundation of Los Angeles, Loadbang, the Isaura String Quartet, the Byrne:Kozar Duo, Synchromy, and numerous soloists. In 2024, his trio Triple Shot will release their debut EP First Flight featuring compositions by all members of the ensemble.

Quincy Jones: An Evening With A Legend

by Solomon J. LeFlore
November 4, 2024

This article was first published on All About Jazz on October 31, 2014. I love jazz! I love everything about it... the improvisation, syncopation, the forceful rhythm, and the fact that it is truly America's original art form. Its unique and innovative use of brass and woodwind instruments and the piano is jazz. And, ...

Robin Simone Hollywood Orchestra New Release! Exciting And Swingin'!

November 4, 2024

Three-time Billboard charting singer-songwriter Robin Simone’s new incarnation is RSHO! Vocalist for Kenny Burrell's Jazz Orchestra! Robin Simone Hollywood Orchestra (LP/CD) Seventeen super musicians, a gifted conductor/arranger, and Robin all creating an electrifying take on songs of great motion pictures, and bringing new magic to the big band stage. Debut album produced by the esteemed Bill ...

Bob Crawford - Piano

Bob Crawford was born in Long Beach California, and raised in the Bay Area with his 12 brothers and sisters.  He started playing in bands with his saxophone playing twin brother during their college years.  After graduating, Bob gained experience in various Bay Area ensembles, playing jazz, funk, Latin and Brazilian music.  In 2001 he was offered the keyboard chair in Michael Franti’s band Spearhead.  Bob logged multiple tours throughout the United States, Australia, Canada, Europe and Japan.  Bob also recorded on several of Spearhead’s albums and appeared on a number of international TV programs with the band.  Also with Spearhead, Bob found himself performing with a who’s who of international stars (who had a habit of sitting in with the band), including Tre Anastasio, Chuck D,  Ani DiFranco, Jack Johnson, Robert Randolph, Woody Harrleson,  as well as members of Ozomatli, Zap Mama, and Galactic. 

Josh Johnson: Unusual Objects and Saxophone Stories

by Lawrence Peryer
October 27, 2024

Woody Jackson

Born: June 10, 1970

Since arriving in Los Angeles in 1992, Woody Jackson has swiftly ascended the ranks of the music industry, becoming a pivotal figure in film and video game scoring. He began his career playing on the scores of hits like "The Devil Wears Prada" and "Fun with Dick and Jane." Moreover, his collaboration with the renowned David Holmes on the soundtracks for “Ocean’s Twelve” and “Ocean’s Thirteen” as well as “The Girlfriend Experience" showcases his unparalleled versatility.

Drawing from a rich tapestry of influences, from the ethereal Sato to the legendary Morricone, Jackson crafts sonic masterpieces that resonate deeply with audiences. Anchored at the iconic Electro-Vox Recording Studios (formerly in Hollywood and now in Tucson, Arizona) Jackson's talents extend beyond composition. As a studio guitarist, he's shared recording sessions with industry titans like T Bone Burnett and many others.

Emiliano Lasansky

Born: January 6, 1993

The music of bassist and composer Emiliano Lasansky unifies elements of the past and present in exciting and unexpected new ways. Born and raised in Iowa City, Iowa and currently residing in Los Angeles, CA, Emiliano currently maintains a busy schedule as a performer across the West Coast and beyond. Recent highlights include a 2024 composition award in the Bridges Competition - David Baker Prize at the Ravinia Music Center, 2023 ASCAP Foundation composition award as well as a master’s degree from the prestigious Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at UCLA (formerly the Thelonious Monk Institute).

For Your Grammy Consideration: Guitar-virtuoso Roman Miroshnichenko Presents 'Almanac'

October 8, 2024

Prominent guitar virtuoso and producer Roman Miroshnichenko presents another record Almanac for the upcoming 67th Grammy Awards: a stunning acoustic and electric guitar fusion of flamenco-gypsy, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean folk and Latin rhythms with textures of jazz conception. “When one listens to the powerful guitar playing of Roman Miroschnichenko, it is easy to be reminded of ...

IAJE 2002 in Long Beach: Booth Photos

by Michael Ricci
September 18, 2024

This IAJE 2002-related post was lost then later found as a static HTML page and we wanted to archive it before it went missing again. All About Jazz and Jazz Steps shared booth #419 at the 2002 International Association of Jazz Educators (IAJE) conference. Included below are photos (with original captions) of yours truly ...

Nina Beck

Born: October 28, 1955

These recent statements from several industry pros could sum it up "in a nutshell" about Nina Beck's piano playing and singing: "With so much jazz mistaking excess for invention and hyperactivity for dynamism, Nina Beck and her groups display genuine heart with no bells and whistles. Nina is a pianist/singer worthy of much more attention." -Roger Crane, Jazz Writer for such publications as Jazz Improv and All About Jazz. "You're very good, and you know how to swing. I can't say that about every pianist; but you definitely can swing." -Marty Harris, prominent pianist/recording artist. "Nina Beck is a polished jazz pianist with absolute pitch. Beck is a solid performer who knows all the tunes and plays them superbly." -John Gilbert, Staff Writer for Sony/Columbia Records, Euro Club De Jazz, All About Jazz, and JazzReview.com Magazine.