The term is well-known, but many jazz newcomers often ask: what is bebop? And why is it hailed as the most important development in jazz? Here’s the story. Published on April 9, 2024 By Charles Waring Photo: William Gottlieb/Redferns/Getty Images ...
What is jazz music? What makes it so infectious? Explore the value and meaning of jazz music in this article.
It is believed this is where the tradition of birthday candles started. Pagan religions also used candles, and believe the smoke warded off evil spirits. The smoke would carry your wishes up to the gods, hence the “make a wish”tradition when blowing out the candles. Photo by Zenia ...
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It’s wine harvest season but luckily you don’t have to travel far to celebrate. Lake Oswego’s 10thWine Walk is set for Saturday, October 5 where up to 40 downtown Lake Oswego businesses will be bringing the wine to you! Here’s a good game plan to make the most of the event. ...
If hip-hop history has taught us anything, it’s that it is much harder to make a great follow-up than it is to make a hot debut. On your first album you have an entire lifetime’s worth of experiences to reflect on, plus you have the advantage of anonymity, the element of...
m often afraid of failing the book itself, or my readers. I’m afraid my ego will infect my prose and render it corrupt. If it’s revelation I’m worried about, I wait and wait until I the energy compelling me is not impulsive but sure; when it’s failing the book or my readers...
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Davis:Again, this is someone known here in New York, and he does all of his own music on tours around the country and the world. But now, when people hear his vocals, they will say, "Okay, yes, is it like that? It's like that." ...
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