Victor Lewis
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Recently hailed as "one
of the greatest drummers on earth" (Conrad Herwig, July 2014), Victor
Lewis has been one of New York City's most in-demand jazz drummers for
several years. He recently appeared at Smoke with both the Jeremy Pelt
Quintet and the Cyrus Chestnut Trio, and will be playing with the George
Cables trio at the Village Vanguard (8/19-24), Birdland with the Charlie Parker Birthday Tribute
(8/26-30), and back at the Vanguard with the Kirk Lightsey Trio (9/23-28).
Victor's
stellar performance is one of the highlights of Ed Byrne's "Two Shades
of Blue" (started in 1985 and completed in 1999). Blue Truffle is
working with Ed Byrne to finally release "Two Shades of Blue" in
October. See Featured Jazz Albums below for more
information.
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$5 Off digital downloads (FLAC or MP3)
Valid through 9/1/2014
Pre-Release Special: Ed Byrne - "Two Shades of
Blue"
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Nearly 30 years after its inception, an album featuring
some of today's most critically acclaimed jazz artists along with
original compositions
from Ed Byrne (a Grammy Award-winning trombonist, composer, and leader)
that combine post-bop, Latin jazz, swing, blues, and funk.
Ed Byrne (leader, trombone)
Milton Cardona (percussion)
John
Abercombie (guitar)
Victor Lewis (drums)
Jim McNeely (piano)
Ron McClure (bass)
Mick Goodrick (guitar)
Bob Gullotti (drums)
John Lockwood (bass)
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From New York City: Jonathan Saraga - "First
Vision"
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Award-winning New York City native trumpeter Jonathan Saraga's debut album "First Vision" features six original ultra-modern jazz compositions.
Jonathan is accompanied by a few of today's most innovative up-and-coming jazz artists.
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From Paris, France: Marc Thomas - "Pardon My
French"
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Award-winning French vocalist Marc Thomas's 5th album "Pardon My French" features four original modern jazz compositions by French pianist/composer Vincent Bourgeyx.
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From Athens, Greece: Yiannis Kassetas & the Funk Wizards - "Funkabyss"
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Inspired by the sea, "Funkabyss" features original compositions and arrangements by Greek saxophonist Yiannis Kassetas accompanied by the Funk Wizards.
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Ed Byrne's "Functional Jazz Guitar"
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Learn the skills needed for playing in a jazz group
with this fun 255-page method book. Practice specific cadence
and blues comps; guide-tone and bass lines; rhythms, voicings, and licks
in major and minor in all 12 keys-with nine Free Sound Files!
"For someone who has been teaching jazz guitar for over forty years, it's great to
finally have a book I can use. Ed Byrne's Functional Jazz Guitar book is a great way to help students realize their full potential." Dom Minasi
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Ed Byrne's "Linear Jazz Improvisation" - Book 1
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Using a wealth of examples from the jazz repertory, "Linear Jazz Improvisation" Book 1 avoids theoretical terminology and focuses on identifying and systematically
developing the essential elements of tunes.
LJI offers not only the methodology for focused practicing of meaningful improvisation
in your own style, it supplies the very substance of what you play.
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Dave Frank's "Joy of Improv" - Volumes 1 and 2
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Dave Frank's "Joy of Improv" books
are currently being used as course material at universities and music
schools worldwide, and are designed for players of all instruments as a
way to develop the necessary foundation needed for a lifetime of blues
and jazz improvisation.
Unlike
many of the jazz instruction books on the market,
JOI is a comprehensive curriculum for the aspiring improviser. Each book
contains 26 lessons of graduated difficulty, and every lesson includes a
technical exercise, loads of hip jazz voicings, a "solo pattern" for
transposition, and an original blues tune and jazz line (based on a
standard) written by Dave.
Each book includes a CD enhanced for PC and Mac containing valuable verbal teaching by Dave and
recordings of all the exercise and tunes.
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"Birthday Tune" - Marc Thomas Quartet- click to play video
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"Fenway Funk" - Ed Byrne's Latin Jazz Evolution - click to play video
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Private Online Jazz Lessons
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Whether
you are a beginner looking to start learning an instrument at any stage
in life or a seasoned professional looking to hone your jazz skills,
learn directly from the jazz community. Blue Truffle jazz lessons via
Skype allow you to access the finest jazz educators from the comfort of
your
home.
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Support Live Jazz
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Although
we sell high definition downloads & CDs, we believe that watching
musicians perform onstage can lead to a fuller appreciation of the music
and its energy. Visit the Blue Truffle Gig Calendar for events in
your area.
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Jazz Foundation of America
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From performance opportunities to emergency living expenses, from medical care to housing, the Jazz Foundation of
America offers a variety of programs and assistance for jazz and blues musicians in need.
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New Brunswick Jazz Project
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Since 2010 the New Brunswick Jazz Project has been making Central Jersey a
destination for great jazz by bringing world-renowned veteran musicians and emerging talent to local venues every week.
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Jazz Record Center - 236 West 26th St. #804, NYC
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Fred
Cohen, owner of the Jazz Record Center, has been sharing his extensive
knowledge with customers since 1983. As a long-time live
jazz connoisseur, he provides his customers with unparalleled expertise
and guidance. Additionally, the Jazz Record Center's
selection of jazz CDs & vinyl LPs is one of the largest in New York City and is considered by many to be among the best on this planet.
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Are you a Blue Truffle Jazz Club member?
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If not already a member, click here to join our mailing list to receive future Blue Truffle
Newsletters directly via email. New members also receive a free copy of the Blue Truffle Music Jazz Listener's Guide and a free audiophile download.
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$5 Off digital downloads (FLAC or MP3)
Valid through 9/1/2014
Jazz Artists or Labels
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The Blue
Truffle Music Store is a non-exclusive digital marketplace for selected
premium jazz downloads (FLACs, MP3_320kbps), CDs, sheet music, books,
private Skype lessons, merchandise, etc.
Blue
Truffle jazz artists can increase sales and gain exposure without
restricting and/or interfering with their existing marketing and sales
activities (e.g., iTunes, CD Baby, TuneCore, Amazon, etc.)
Email us at info@bluetrufflemusic.com for information about
placing your albums for sale in the Blue Truffle Music Store.
Blue Truffle Music, LLC, P.O. Box 4093, Warren, NJ 07059
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