 Jazz Journal |
Jazz Journal, January 2012 contents in full
Jazz Journal A later edition of Jazz Journal will focus on former Jazz Messenger Dusko Goykovich, who was guest of honour at one of the Balkan events. JOE HARRIOTT II Simon Spillett argues that what some see as the starkly unique neglect of the fêted Caribbean … |
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Top 20 Tracks of 2011, Part II
The Daily Gazette Beirut really hit their stride on their third album, The Rip Tide, beautifully blending their Balkan influences with retro American pop. “East Harlem” perfectly encapsulates this vibe with its leading accordion, bright horn section, and Zach Condon's … |
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Balkan duo will perform at coffeehouse
Lewiston Sun Journal Accordion player Matthew Schreiber and double bass player Xar Adelberg will perform original and Balkan music Saturday, Jan. 7, at the New Gloucester Village Coffee House. NEW GLOUCESTER — Balkan duo Cinder Conk will perform at 7:30 pm Saturday, Jan. … |
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 New York Times |
Saying 'Ciao Bye-Bye' to Old Borders
New York Times Ireland's candidate, “As If I Am Not There,” is based on a novel written in Serbo-Croatian about the Balkans wars and was shot in that language. And New Zealand's entry, “The Orator,” about a taro farmer who wants to become a village chief, … |
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Out in Berkeley on New Year's
Berkeleyside Edessa, another excellent Bay Area band steeped in Balkan music, shares the bill. Launched in 1968 by vocalist Butch Waller, High Country is a potent purveyor of old-time bluegrass, a sextet that blends deft originals with blues, dazzling instrumental … |
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Musical choices abound as the Monadnock Region rings in 2012
The Keene Sentinel A beginner's session will be taught at 6:30 pm, and Balkan-inspired snacks will be served. You may come and simply enjoy the music— no dancing is required. Bring a water bottle and clean, soft-soled shoes. Suggested donation is $12. … |
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The Armenian genocide: the extermination (third)
San Francisco Luxury News They carry their humiliation, their hatred of the Christian, of the European, and to transfer the practices of extreme violence produced by the Balkan wars. These people are very sensitive to ultra-nationalist propaganda and anti-Christian ending of … |
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Full-Spectrum New Year's Eve in Berkeley and Nearby
Patch.com New Year's Eve at Ashkenaz is traditionally an all-night affair of Balkan music and dance hosted by Édessa, in honor of the late Ashkenaz founder David Nadel and the music he first featured at his world dance club. This year's event includes Brass … |
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Jagged Strips & Manic Rattles
Books LIVE (blog) It is unclear whether the photos of Balkan treats on display in the snackbar window were taken before or after digestion. The petrified wood on display in the window of the floor shop has no obvious reason to be scared. The commuters who snatch free … |
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My Favourite Listens For 2011
Seattle Post Intelligencer (blog) Not only is her performance wonderful, the collection is an opportunity to sample the diversity of music and poetry of the Middle East. Bobban & Marko Markovic Orchestra & Fanfare Ciocarlia – Balkan Brass Battle Every year the great German label … |
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