Now in its tenth year, The Hal Leonard Jazz Series continues to astonish jazz fans in Milwaukee by bringing in the best and biggest names in the world of jazz. This year’s four performance series includes, Stefon Harris Quartet (March 9th), Dr. Billy Taylor Trio (April 13th), Benny Green Trio (May 18th) and starting it all off is The Ray Brown Trio. The name Ray Brown is synonymous with much of jazz history, as we know it today. Ray Brown "The World’s Greatest Bass Player" as he is often call

True pioneers of jazz, the Crusaders showed the crowd that they've still got it. Now playing with only two of the original members remaining, Wayne Henderson (trombone / fluegelhorn), and Wilton Felder (saxes), the Crusaders of today put a new twist on their classic tunes with the help of some very talented musicians. One of the liveliest shows I have ever seen, the Crusaders had the crowd on their feet groovin' to their funky tunes. Opening up with horns blaring, the Crusaders played their c

Contemporary jazz violinist, Karen Briggs brought down the house with her smooth, classical yet very creative playing style. Internationally recognized for her world tour with Yanni, Karen has now made a name for herself and most recently toured with Stanley Clarke's group, Vertu. Vertu was release this summer with chart-topping success. Her third performance at the Red Mill East was definitely her best. With the help of some great backup musicians (Keith Rouster - bass, LaVelle Bell - drums, an

DOUYE’ NIGERIAN BORN, L.A. BASED SINGER/SONGWRITERTAKES LISTENERS ON A SEDUCTIVE, SENSUAL SMOOTH-JAZZ ‘JOURNEY’ WITH THE RELEASE OF HER DEBUT ALBUM The Multi-Talented, Socially Conscious Artist Collaborates With Famed Pop Songwriter Terry Shaddick ("Physical") Beautifully texturing her pure, sultry and smoky vocals with a sensual and soulful, cool retro-jazzy vibe, Nigerian born, Los Angel

Maxjazz recording artist Dena DeRose is pleased to announce that she will make a return to New York City with a string of shows celebrating the release of her new CD, "Live at Jazz Standard, Volume One." Derose, on piano and vocals, will appear with a trio lineup featuring drummer Matt Wilson and bassist Martin Wind, performing four shows at the Kitano Hotel on February 8 and 9, marking her first NYC appearance since 2006 after touring extensively throughout Europe and Japan. "Live at