Music: Jazz
Learn Jazz by Playing Along
Like a little inspiration while you work through that improvisation? Need some extra help practicing changes in minor keys? Look no further than the PCC Library's collection of Jamey Aebersold Play-Alongs.
News from the Jazz World
- Viking's Choice: The year in catharsis and calmThis link opens in a new windowDec 31, 2024
NPR Music producer Lars Gotrich turns us on to lesser known corners of music from 2024: blooming drone-folk, richly textured jazz, Somali garage-rock, medieval metal and a bittersweet farewell from a beloved Athens psych-pop band. You can find more adventurous music and mixtapes via Lars' newsletter, vikingschoice.org.
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- Toast of the Nation 2025This link opens in a new windowDec 30, 2024Toast of the Nation.'/>
Ring in the new year with celebratory sounds from around the world.
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- Gather around 'The Yule Log' with pianist George BurtonThis link opens in a new windowDec 19, 2024
On this special holiday episode, we gather around the fire for a special listen to pianist George Burton's burning Christmas record, The Yule Log. We'll hear some favorites and some deep, deep Christmas cuts.
Jazz Magazines Online
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Jazz Blogs
A small sampling of some excellent blogs devoted to the field of jazz.