Eboni Ramm is one of precious lights in the Columbia jazz community – you just feel good when she is around. She is naturally a supportive person, soulful and insightful. She has the heart of a teacher and a passion for jazz. She does some amazing work in the community and you’ll often find her … Read more
This week in Jazz, we have the birth of American Jazz drummer, Donald Douglas Lamond, Jr. العاب تجني منها المال He was born August 18, 1920, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, although raised in Washington, DC. He is known for his trademark drumming style, which he displayed with explosive power and high energy. اون لاين كازينو … Read more
It was a GREAT DAY in COLUMBIA JAZZ on Sunday, August 12th when over 70 local jazz stars showed up to shine! It was moving to watch everyone greet each other, smile, tell stories and enjoy each other’s company. بيت واي This is what jazz music does – it brings people together in harmony! I … Read more
This week in Jazz, Mamie Smith (1883-1946) records, Crazy Blues on August 10, 1920. She was the first African-American female performer to record and establish the blues creating a new music market in America. The song, originally titled, “Harlem Blues” sold nearly a million copies in the first year of release. With this song, Mamie … Read more
This week in Jazz we present Benny Goodman (1909-1986), the “King of Swing.” On July 13, 1935, this famous clarinetist composer and band leader recorded Body and Soul. His group was also the first Jazz band to play Carnegie Hall. تكساس هولدم بوكر
Carl Payne is man of few words. He’s direct, humble and kind. He’s also a solid trumpeter and has taken on the difficult task of running a Big Band. This is no small endeavor and we in Columbia, SC are lucky to have him around. I had the pleasure of booking his band at the … Read more
Dick Goodwin is legendary in South Carolina and known in many parts of our planet. He’s a soulful, sweet improviser on the trumpet, a fantastic pianist, awesome arranger from small groups to big bands, a great leader and a humble, intelligent, thoughtful man. He’s soft spoken, but speaks volumes. He doesn’t carry himself as a … Read more
Nick Brewer. All you have to do is say his name and you have to smile. He is easily one of the most well-known musicians around Columbia, SC and one of the most interesting in character, attitude and artistry. His reputation precedes him in every way you can imagine. It would not be a stretch … Read more