Tag archive for ‘jazz’
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Grant program spotlights Kern’s vast musical talent
The Best of Kern Concert Tour kicks off with a private showcase and public concert for local musicians to introduce their sounds to new audiences, and – the bigger goal – get paying gigs.
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‘Idol’ hopeful drives it home at Bakersfield Jazz Workshop
Members of the band Soulajar talk about teaching young musicians, taking open doors, and sticking to album plans while cheering on their lead singer, worship pastor and “American Idol” contender, Jim Ranger.
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Community concert season off to a jiving start
Series opens with a tribute to old-time jazz by the Jim Cullum Jazz Band. Next up: an international journey with the Russian Seasons Dance Company.
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Jazz about town: Venue closes, band may fold also
Despite the latest news of music venue The Basement closing, and the possible shuttering of the Golden Empire Hot Jazz Society, there are still many jazz shows to see in Bakersfield.
