Trumpeter Irvin Mayfield and legendary percussionist Bill Summers give Latin jazz fans a history lesson with their latest release, Vol. 4: Vodou Dance. Mayfield, a New Orle…

Sensual, breezy and classy. This is the best description of Fay Claasen's latest CD, Rhythms and Rhymes. Her voice resembles Dianne Reeves but has her own unique sty…

The Scott Amendola Band blends avant garde, rock and blues on their CD, Cry. It is a CD that stretches the boundaries of contemporary jazz without going too far out.…

The Marc Copland Trio takes a new approach to traditional ballads on their CD Haunted Heart and Other Ballads. It's a relaxing CD that combines the old and new harmo…

Antonio Carlos Jobim He is the grand marshal of bossa nova. His music reminds you of a sunny day at the beach and his smooth, baritone voice is romantic. In addition, the melodic piano tunes are breathtaking and relaxing. The background violin sounds make you feel like you're at a symphony. Some of my favorite tunes are Ela E Carioca, Passarim, The Girl From Ipanema and Aguas de Marco,which he sings with Elis Regina. Some of the CDs I recommend are Elis …