The building known as the Jazz Loft was in a commercial district, so after 6 p.m. there were no neighbors to worry about. Read More
Fans and curious onlookers experienced a modern take on cabaret through Celia Faussart's distinctly Afropéen style. Read More
There are times when a journalistic mind doesn't always function as much as a music lover's heart. Read More
Hale Smith Hale Smith, a classical composer who also worked as a performer and arranger with jazz greats like Dizzy Gillespie and Chico Hamilton, died Tuesday at his home in Freeport , L.I. He was 84. Read More
88-year old jazz legend/band leader/percussionist Foreststorn "Chico" Hamilton celebrates his latest album Twelve Tones of Love. Described as being "more creative and artistic than ever" (Hot House Jazz), Chico is considered one of the most important living jazz artists and composers. Read More
88-year old jazz legend/band leader/percussionist Foreststorn "Chico" Hamilton celebrates his latest album Twelve Tones of Love. Described as being "more creative and artistic than ever" (Hot House Jazz), Chico is considered one of the most important living jazz artists and composers. Read More
Classical and jazz music composer Hale Smith has died due to complications of a stroke. Read More
Hale Smith, a classical composer who also worked as a performer and arranger with jazz greats like Dizzy Gillespie and Chico Hamilton, died Tuesday at his home in Freeport, N.Y. He was 84. Read More
Hale Smith, a classical composer who also worked as a performer and arranger with jazz greats like Dizzy Gillespie and Chico Hamilton, died Tuesday at his home in Freeport, L.I. He was 84. Read More
Chico Hamilton, a subtle and creative drummer, will probably always be better known for the series of quintets that he led ... Read the full Chico Hamilton bio.