Concerts and Weekend Fun

The Monterey Jazz Festival is the world’s longest running annual
celebration of all that’s great about jazz. Held in Monterey,
California every year in mid-September the festival attracts
jazz followers from around the globe. All the big names in the
world of Jazz are represented - the 2005 program includes
performances from Mavis Staples, Madeleine Peyroux and the
Christian McBride Situation.

Make a date with Monterey

Tickets for the Monterey Jazz Festival can be purchased in
advance. In fact, purchase of tickets at least a month before
the festival begins is encouraged as there’s only so many to go
around!

But the Monterey Jazz Festival is not just for jazz buffs. The
three-day event, which is set within the breathtaking 20-acre
Monterey Fairground - a giant oak-filled park in the city -
offers plenty of fun for all the family. Aside from the
magnificent setting, a whole host of side activities can be
enjoyed, as well as displays of international cuisine and
opportunities to shop from marquees and stalls.

Outside the park, activities in the city of Monterey abound too.
Not to be missed is a walk along the coastal trail and a visit
to one of the many beautiful beaches that line the peninsula.

Getting to Monterey

Monterey has its own airport. International travelers may fly
direct into Monterey (airport code MRY) or connect to the
airport via an internal flight from Los Angeles or San
Francisco. Car hire can be booked in advance for pick up from
Monterey airport at http://www.your-carhire.com

For more information on the Monterey Jazz Festival and for
admission tickets visit http://www.montereyjazzfestival.org

Seb Jay
http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/like-jazz-love-the-monterey-jazz-festival-582.html

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3 short solos, increasingly difficult.
free TABS at http://www.mattotten.com/study.htm
Get this and more backing tracks: see Tube Tracks, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxBpr5E98tU

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Looking for some older(and newer) Smooth jazz/New age music. I like Marc Antione,Enya,Avenue blue,Paul Hardcastle/Jazzmasters, and the pure moods cds. Looking to expand my collection.

jazz: Jamie Cullum, Martin Taylor
"New Age" (I prefer the word crossover because this is NOT genuine new age cult music): Clannad (Enya’s former family band!), Máire (Moya) Brennan (Enya’s big sister!), Loreena McKennitt, Adiemus, Miriam Stockley, Hayley Westenra, Libera, Eri Sugai, David Arkenstone, Kitaro, Vangelis, Ludovico Einaudi, Secret Garden, Sissel.

Like what scales do you need for jazz improv on guitar.
To sound like, for example, Wes Montgomery on the song Jingles.

montgomery was known for his octave sound and not using a pick-but his thumb.
scales–All of the modes/ major scales/pentatonics-both maj & min
chord scales/blues scale/harmonic-melodic-natural min scales/bebop scales/diminished scales

I need to transcribe a 1 minute jazz solo, preferably one chorus, and please suggest a simple one. I don’t have alot of time. Thanks. Would prefer a horn solo if possible.

Pls check these out:
***Chuck Mangione
Feels So Good
Chase The Cloud Away
Give It All You Got
***Roy Hargrove-
Family
Habana
Moment To Moment
***Chet Baker
Bye Bye Blackbird
Isn’t It Romantic
Airegin
***Chris Botti
When I Fall In Love
All The Things you Are
Body And Soul
***Clifford Brown
Joy Spring
***Freddie Hubbard
Up Jumped Spring
***All these songs have smooth horn solos…enjoy!!!

He’s one of the world’s most prominent veteran jazz musicians, American saxophonist David Sanborn jams at the Second Cup Café with a fresh song from his latest album, “Here And Gone.”

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I’m thinking of getting an electric bass guitar soon and found that some basses have "normal" versions and "jazz" versions. What is the difference between the two? And which would be more appropriate if I want to play heavy metal (or more specifically, black metal)?

Sorry if this is a n00b question… just wanted a quick answer from someone who knows about basses.

The most popular are the jazz bass and the Precision bass. The pick ups are the different. The are also basses with humbuckers like the bass I have.

You all so can get the p and jazz bass with both pick upscombined.

http://www.americanmusical.com/item–i-FEN-193462-744.html / jazz

http://www.americanmusical.com/item–i-FEN-131702-306.html

I’m looking to expand my repertoire. What are some good songs for a high soprano voice to sing at functions and events? In the jazz/show category.
Thank you!

someone to watch over me
here’s that rainy day
georgia on my mind
misty
the nearness of you
my foolish heart
wave
quiet nights
satin doll
all of me
good morning heartache
when I fall in love

There are different types of jazz music, each with their own origin and style. Jazz music is distinctly different from any other types of music and can be recognized world wide as having a uniquely American flair to it. jazz had its beginnings in the United States but is now considered to have a fine mixture of African culture thrown in with it.

There are four distinct parts to jazz music that include rhythm, harmony, melody, and tonal qualities. No matter what type of jazz that you enjoy you’ll be able to find a club that caters to your tastes. There are many experimental jazz venues that are popping up all over the place, including many European cities where all types of music are welcomed and appreciated.

One jazz style is called the Work Song. It is upbeat and rhythmically fast because it was used to make the work day go by faster. The Work Song is repeated over and over and isn’t considered a modern form. This jazz tends to be associated with African American music. It’s probably the rhythmic beat that makes it the least popular jazz style today.

New Orleans Jazz is another style that had its beginnings in the early 1890’s American history. It began marching songs and gospel songs used in brass band performances. One of the foremost leaders in this style is the famous bandleader, William Basie, otherwise known for his band, the Count Basie Orchestra. This style of jazz is still popular today.

The Chicago Style of jazz started in the late 1917’s. Chicago, known as one of the premiere jazz locations in the country, drew many musicians from southern states as the prohibition forced people to move north looking for new jobs and places where they could play this new type of jazz. During this period, piano was added to the background of jazz music, creating an entirely new sound known as Chicago Style jazz.

World War II came and went transforming jazz yet again. This era is when Bebop was born. Bebop fuses fast tempo with changing rhythmic patterns and makes a softer, lighter sound. Bebop will often focus on a solo performer instead of the whole band.

As you can see, jazz is always changing, yet retains part of its original formation at it roots. Jazz is a musical style that changes with the times and the various outlooks of its listeners. One reason that jazz remains popular and alive is its ability to adapt to the world it lives in.

David Neehly
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