Violinist Regina Carter Champions Ella's Positive Vibes

October 27, 2017 | Steve Milne

Jazz violinist Regina Carter says, considering the mood of the country and the world right now, "Accentuate the Positive" was the perfect title for her new album, a tribute to Ella Fitzgerald. Carter performs Saturday at the 2017 Brubeck Festival.

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SFJAZZ Collective Interprets Michael Jackson At Brubeck Festival

October 5, 2015 | Gary G. Vercelli

The SFJAZZ Collective is, quite simply, one of the most talent-rich ensembles in contemporary jazz. Gary Vercelli has this preview of their upcoming performance during the Brubeck Festival.

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Pianist Palmieri Rebounds With Film Score

June 4, 2014 | Steve Milne

It's not often that sports and Jazz intersect, but that's exactly what's happening in the independent film about “streetball.” The film’s up-tempo score is by a Latin music legend Eddie Palmieri.

Pianist Palmieri Rebounds With Film Score

March 27, 2014 | Steve Milne

We're in the midst of March Madness and if you love basketball,or even independent films, you may have seen a recent documentary about “streetball.” The film’s up-tempo score is by a Latin music legend who is performing in Stockton, Eddie Palmieri.

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Iola Brubeck, Artist Collaborator And Wife Of Jazz Great Dave Brubeck, Dies

March 12, 2014

Iola Brubeck, who played a pivotal role in the success of her pioneering husband's celebrated career, died today after a battle with cancer. Together they founded the Brubeck Institute at University of the Pacific in Stockton.