Historically speaking, jazz has always been about change and the pursuit of a highly evolved style of music. For well over 100 years, the genre has manifested itself into one of America's most significant art forms, yet it continues to be misunderstood and often under-rated. In the beginning, the word jazz meant controversy and in later years, bebop, cool, free as well as fusion jazz also became the topics of debate. In the latter half of the 20th century and well into the 21st century, smooth j

One of the more stimulating aspects of any live concert or musical performance is its entertainment value, especially when it comes to jazz related events. Across the United States, many jazz concerts are either under-attended or have little interest for the general public. In most instances, only die-hard jazz aficionados attend these concerts and festivals, and even then the numbers may not add-up to a successful number of attendees. But every once in a while, a matched set of musicians will t

In an article reviewing the 3rd Annual Trinity Jazz Festival, two corrections must be made regarding the founder of the event and a well-deserving artist. The founder of the Trinity Jazz Festival is Father William B. Miller not (Marshall), Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church. His insight and vision in elevating the consciousness of jazz in Houston has been extremely beneficial. In addition, the review erroneously reported that Bob Henschen was the pianist accompanying Jason

In a city where jazz is not necessarily one of the national past times, Houston manages to hold its own in spite of benign neglect, especially when it come to showcasing some outstanding jazz related events. Although they may be few in numbers, the concerts and festivals that highlight jazz are well-worth a view. One such event is the Trinity Jazz Festival, where spirituality and jazz come together under one roof. Already in its third year, the festival is a combined endeavor that brings

Whenever jazz connoisseurs come to Houston, Texas, they have to look long and hard for a venue that offers a well-rounded selection of quality entertainment. For the most part, the options are limited and versatility is often questionable at best. In a city having a population of 2 million-plus, jazz venues are a rare commodity; as such, when a new club opens, it can best be described by a thirsty man finding an oasis in the desert. The Omni Central night club opened its doors for the fi