Ralph Towner’s Solstice and the Definitive Shaping of the ECM Chamber Jazz Aesthetic

The release of Ralph Towner’s Solstice on the ECM Records label marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of contemporary jazz, representing a sophisticated synthesis of American folk-jazz sensibilities and…

Pasadena Chorale to Present Ralph Vaughan Williams’ A Sea Symphony

The Pasadena Chorale is set to deliver a monumental performance of Ralph Vaughan Williams’ seminal work, "A Sea Symphony," on Wednesday, May 13, at the esteemed First United Methodist Church…

Reviewed: Joel Ross | Gary Peacock & Ralph Towner | Aneta George

The Evolution of Spiritual Jazz: Joel Ross and the Blue Note Legacy The release of vibraphonist Joel Ross’s second major project for Blue Note Records represents a significant departure from…