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Dorothy Ashby: The Queen of Harps

Thursday, September 12, 2024

Kevin Whitlock looks at the life and career of Dorothy Ashby, the first great harpist in jazz, whose work is now receiving the consideration it deserves

Dorothy Ashby: The Queen of Harps

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Kevin Whitlock looks at the life and career of Dorothy Ashby, the first great harpist in jazz, whose work is now receiving the consideration it deserves

Alice Coltrane: the high priestess of spiritual jazz

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2024 has been deemed ‘The year of Alice’ – a 12-month celebration of the life and work of legendary harpist Alice Coltrane. Stuart Nicholson assesses her legacy and influence, while contemporary harp star Brandee Younger offers a personal perspective

Brilliant Corners: The Albert Inn, Bedminster

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Tony Benjamin remembers The Albert Inn, Bedminster and its music-loving landlord Ian Storrer – both vital to the development of Bristol’s jazz scene

Women in jazz today: how much has the position of women in jazz improved, when compared to our first edition back in 1997?

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As part of our 300th issue celebrations, Jane Cornwell speaks to five key figures who also happen to be female to try to find out…

Alice Zawadzki interview: “You often hear musicians talking about these long-term collaborators, and you can’t shortcut that. It’s a real privilege to grow with these guys”

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The multi-talented Alice Zawadzki and her longstanding trio have just made their debut recording – Za Górami, a very personal, European folk-influenced collection – for the iconic ECM label. Selwyn Harris speaks to her

Taking Off: Enji

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Ammar Khalia meets Enkhjargal Erkhembayar – known mononymously as Enji – the Mongolian jazz singer and composer who’s making waves here in the West

Editor's Choice: October 2024 | The best new jazz albums

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Featuring outstanding new releases from Nubya Garcia, esperanza spalding, Alice Zawadzki and more

Black British bloodlines and Humph’s favourite singer

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Maxine Daniels, big sister of actor and singer Kenny Lynch, was a successful and pioneering vocalist – and member of the Humphrey Lyttelton band – in the 1950s and 60s. She deserves to be better remembered today, argues Val Wilmer in this fascinating...