A fascinating primer on taking care of your woodwind or horn from Mike Jacobsen, the owner of Grey Door Music in Australia. He began his career in 1992, and while being a great technician and artisan, he continues to learn from his industry peers and instrument manufacturers. Advice, tips and how to keep loving on... Continue Reading →
Saxophonist Moreira Chonguica has assembled an amazing cadre of musicians who pour their hearts into his latest CD called “M & M,” so titled because of the collaboration with Manu Dibango, the recently passed icon and singer/songwriter from Cameroon. A celebration and fresh remembrance of his contribution to music, this CD is infused with glints... Continue Reading →
Picture sax player Ricky Parrell bobbing and weaving on his bike throughout the boulevard-width streets right outside Washington DC. When it’s time for a breather he locks up his bike. The key he uses? It’s become fodder for his jazzy imagination. Inspired by the significant keys he’s owned and loved, this DMV (DC/Maryland/Virginia)-based musician... Continue Reading →
Steve Barker of the UK has been obsessed with line, shape and color ever since he can remember. The first detailed drawing he recalls doing was at age 6 or 7. It was of a crab on pebbles. Pen or colored pencil in hand – always – he has been creating extraordinarily photographic renderings of... Continue Reading →
