Reviews music

Saxophonists Peter and Will Anderson launch their 'Songbook Summit' on great American songwriters with a tribute to Irving Berlin featuring singer Molly Ryan.

Brother Reverend has beaucoup talent, which, combined with their ferocious creativity, makes them significant.

‘America’s Child’ and Shemekia Copeland prove that not only are the blues are alive and thriving, they represent all of our dreams and aspirations for a better world.

'So New York' is grand! This Steven Blane album is full of vintage jazz/pop aromas that give off tantalizing wisps of elusive familiarity similar to the heady music of the ‘40s and ‘50s.

'Tall Pines & Tangled Vines' by The Rabbitts comprises a tasty collection of folk tunes that, for the most part, should please aficionados of mellow folk music.

With 'Chas Randall,' Randy Forte delivers a strong album of country rock replete with bluesy savors.

Works by John Adams, George Lewis, and Courtney Bryan explored the interaction between man and machine, in three very different ways. And there wasn't a pianola (player piano) in sight.

'Beneath the Redwoods' by Morrison Kincannon is simply glorious, like a gem buried deep in the earth. Once exposed to the light of day, their music glows.

The 'Nostalgia' score easily earns high marks (3.5 stars), as French composer Laurent Eyquem showcases piano, strings, and horns in essential music that emits amazing emotion, even at a fairly minimal 31-minute running time.

'Hush Now' is a wonderful album. Even though the songs are lullabies, adults will enjoy the elusive familiarity of the tunes.