Author Archives: The Independent Ear

Hiromi: a postscript

Posted on October 19, 2009 by The Independent Ear

The electric Stanley Clarke is playing a lot more acoustic bass in recent sightings…   Postscript to our earlier post on a recent, very favorable Hiromi sighting: In addition to her work with the Stanley Clarke Trio (with Lenny White on … Continue reading →

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Looking for Crate Diggers

Posted on October 16, 2009 by The Independent Ear

If you consider yourself a dedicated vinyl seeker — a Crate Digger and would like to participate in our ongoing conversations with vinyl intrepids, hit us at:   willard@openskyjazz.com 

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Stanley Clarke Trio: Hiromi in great company!

Posted on October 16, 2009 by The Independent Ear

  The Stanley Clarke Trio performance last evening at the Barns of Wolf Trap was stellar for several reasons, but mainly for true brilliance at the piano.  Back to the Barns for a moment; this is absolutely one of the finest small … Continue reading →

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Ancient Future – the radio program 10/15/09

Posted on October 16, 2009 by The Independent Ear

Ancient Future is hosted & produced by Willard Jenkins for WPFW 89.3 FM. Pacifica Radio in the Nation’s Capital.   FALL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE John Coltrane Impressions Legacy Impulse!   John Coltrane Crescent Legacy Impulse!   John Coltrane Stablemates Legacy Impulse! … Continue reading →

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Posted on October 16, 2009 by The Independent Ear

    Saxophonist & Educator Paul Carr & The Jazz Academy of Music (501c3) Revives Former East Coast Jazz Festival Under New Name, MID-ATLANTIC JAZZ FESTIVAL   Event To Be Held Over Three Days, FEBRUARY, 19-21 2010 at The Hilton … Continue reading →

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