By Don Heckman Los Angeles – Jan. 30 – Feb. 1 (Thurs. – Sat.) Stanley Clarke Trio and the Harlem Quartet. Eclectic bassist and band leader Clarke blends his always-fascinating trio work with the unique sounds of the Harlem Quartet. Catalina Bar & Grill. (223) 466-2210. – Jan. 30. (Thurs. Lauren Kinhan. A CD Release… Read More Picks of the Weekend: Jan. 30 – Feb. 2
By Don Heckman The global reach of jazz is on full display this weekend in EU Jazz at UCLA, which is presenting 11 jazz groups from 10 countries. The program, which began Thursday night at Schoenberg Hall, continues through tonight (Sunday). Preceded by a cocktail party and buffet at the Istituto Italiano Di Cultura, the… Read More Live Jazz: EU Jazz at U.C.L.A.’s Schoenberg Hall
By Don Heckman It’s a light, holiday week, with 100-plus temperatures here in L.A. But there’s still some very fine music to hear in various parts of the world. Los Angeles – Sept. 4 – 8. (Wed. – Sun.) The Roy Hargrove Quintet. Trumpeter Hargrove has appeared frequently with his big band lately. But this… Read More Picks of the Week: Sept. 4 – 8
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