Melody Gardot: Music as a Lifeline
A neurological disorder once robbed Gardot of speech and melody. This is her story of recovery.
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Melody Gardot, music therapy, Michelle Deles
Abe Lagrimas, Jr.: The Passion Behind the Reluctance
Abe Lagrimas, Jr., 28-year-old jazz master in the making, shifts between drums and uke with ease. This is his story.
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Abe Lagrimas, Jr., jazz drums, ukulele, Pinoy jazz
Jazz: A Crazy Journey From Slavery To Freedom
To mark Independence Day, we offer a brief history on jazz's origins, from "slave music" to the ever-evolving…
By Michelle Deles TAGS: michelle deles , history , jazz
The 1st Philippine International Jazz & Blues Guitar Festival
By Michelle Deles TAGS: jazzfest , jazz and blues guitar fest , jazz , blues , sungha jung , guitar workshop , john abercrombie
Sungha Jung: From YouTube To The World
Korean teen prodigy brings his guitar talents from YouTube to the 1st Philippine International Jazz and Blues Guitar…
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Sungha Jung , PI Jazzfest
Charmaine Clamor on The Filipino Channel
The Filipino Channel features this talented Fil-Am jazz singer currently making waves in the US.
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Charmaine Clamor , Michelle Deles , The Filipino Channel
Back To The Garden: The Artistry of Joni Mitchell
The Berklee College of Music pays tribute to the great Joni Mitchell in this one-of-a-kind show.
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Michelle Deles , Joni Mitchell , Paula Cole , Terri Lyne Carrington
Reunited: Aretha Franklin and Clive Davis
One of the greatest singers of all time returns to the studio with legendary hit-making producer.
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Clive Davis , Aretha Franklin , Michelle DelesUNESCO International Jazz Day
April 30, 2012 is International Jazz Day. Read on to see what's in store for jazz fanatics everywhere.
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Michelle Deles , International Jazz Day , Herbie HancockLee Ritenour's Global Music Competition Keeps Young Dreams Alive!
Acclaimed jazz guitarist gives young talents the chance to live their musical dreams.
By Michelle Deles TAGS: Michelle Deles , Lee Ritenour