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Tribute to Lalo Schifrin for the Healthcare Community
Bob James joins a host of world renowned pianists for a tribute to Lalo Schifrin for the healthcare community for this collaboration. This project features:
- Jean-Michel Bernard (FR)
- Jean-Pierre Como (FR)
- Thierry Eliez (FR)
- Bob James (USA)
- Tamir Hendelman (USA)
- Christian Jacob (FR/USA)
- Mike Lang (USA)
- Paul Lay (FR)
- Julian Oliver Mazzariello (IT)
- Fred Nardin (FR)
- Ann Queffélec (FR)
- Manuel Rocheman (FR)
- Otmaro Ruiz (USA)
- Lalo Schifrin (USA)
Bob James’ Influence on Hip Hop
DISTRO CHAT W BOB JAMES (CO HOST: LARGE PROFESSOR)
Interview: WUSF’s Simon Lasky Talks “At Home With” Keyboard Legend Bob James!
The Sound and the Vision: A Conversation with Bob James
For those of you who know Bob James, you know what a legend he…continue reading at Jazziz.com…
Celebrate International Jazz Day!
Don’t miss this amazing online event on April 30th!
Bob James Launches Live Session Series
With everyone practicing physical distancing, and spending a lot of time at home right now, Bob James has launched a series of live sessions at his home studio. This is an opportunity to connect virtually and bring everyone together virtually, since we can’t come together for events right now. Join in every other morning on Facebook Live at the OFFICIAL BOB JAMES page. It typically kicks off sometime between 10:00 and 10:30 eastern standard time. It’s a great way to start the day with a cup of espresso and some jazz. See you in the morning!
April & May Show Cancellations
As we are all dealing with the C-19 situation, all April & May live appearances have been cancelled. This is a time for us to work together to ensure everyone’s health. As the situation evolves, additional cancellations may be needed, so stay tuned. It will be great to get back out there when the time is right. In the meantime, everyone stay safe.
L.A. Jazz Scene Reflects on JOINED AT THE HIP
In 1996 keyboardist Bob James and tenor-saxophonist Kirk Whalum joined forces to record Joined At The Hip for the Warner Bros. label. James and Whalum had crossed paths on numerous occasions during the previous 12 years and, despite James’ seniority, they were co-leaders on this popular set. Both James and Whalum were (and still are) stars of what was called “contemporary jazz,” pop/jazz that puts the emphasis on long melody statements and soulful solos. CONTINUE READING...
When “Smooth” was Rough & Ready…It was ‘Joined At The Hip’
WHEN “SMOOTH” WAS ROUGH AND READY…Bob James + Kirk Whalum: Joined At The Hip
As the reissue of this 1996 album demonstrates, at one time “Smooth” jazz had muscle and chops. Keyboardist Bob James got together with tenor saxist Kirk Whalum (sporting a vintage ‘do on the cover BTW) along with Chris Walker/b, Billy Kilson/dr , Jeff Golub/g and guests Leonard Gibbs/perc with Hiram Bullock/g for a hip hugger of a session. CONTINUE READING…