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Rediscovering Herbie Nichols: The Enigmatic Jazz Innovator

Introduction: Herbie Nichols, a name once relegated to the footnotes of jazz history, is increasingly being recognized as one of the most unique and visionary voices of 20th-century jazz. Born Herbert Horatio Nichols one hundred and six years ago today on January 3, 1919, in Manhattan’s San Juan Hill neighborhood, Nichols lived a life that bridged the vibrant cultural dynamism of Harlem, the…

Rediscovering Herbie Nichols: The Enigmatic Jazz Innovator

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Jill Saulnier receives a standing ovation from her hometown crowd before doing the ceremonial puck drop at the halifax mooseheads game 03.24.22

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Frank Kimbrough, R.I.P.

Frank Kimbrough was as warm and exceptional person as he was a pianist and educator. Known for his years with Ben Allison and Maria Schneider, he was a tireless and graceful innovator who explored the music of Thelonious Monk, Herbie Nichols and Andrew Hill in addition to his own works. He died on December 30 at the age of 64. The cause is likely a heart attack. He will be missed in so many ways.

-Michael Cuscuna

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Green Chimneys

Ben Allison Band

Michael Blake – tenor sax Steve Cardenas – guitar Ben Allison – bass Antonio Sanchez – drums

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Ben Allison: A Trailblazer in Modern Jazz

Introduction: Ben Allison, born fifty-eight years ago today on November 17, 1966, in New Haven, Connecticut, stands out as one of the most innovative and influential figures in modern jazz. As a bassist, composer, producer, bandleader, and educator, Allison has consistently pushed the boundaries of jazz, blending diverse influences and creating music that is both deeply personal and widely…

Ben Allison: A Trailblazer in Modern Jazz

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Philadelphia by Ben Allison on the album Action-Refraction. Listened to on November 27, 2015 at 03:10PM.

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Disposable Genius by Ben Allison on the album Peace Pipe. Listened to on November 27, 2015 at 02:40PM.