This program follows American singer-songwriter Melody Gardot as she visits the legendary studio Château d'Hérouville in France. After an accident in 2003 left her hypersensitive to light and sound, Gardot discovered the healing power of music.
On May 5, 1957, jazz impresario Norman Granz presented Canadian pianist Oscar Peterson's trio, American violinist Stuff Smith, and American singer Ella Fitzgerald during the Jazz at the Philharmonic concert at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam.
In 1962, American pianist and composer Erroll Garner performed at the Singer Concertzaal in Laren. The vibrant and joyous concert was played with drummer Kelly Martin and bassist Eddie Calhoun, each long-standing collaborators from Garner's trio.
Decades after the 1930s swing era came to an end, one of its giants, pianist Teddy Wilson, kept the flame of this music alive. During a hectic spring tour of Europe, the acclaimed pianist appeared at Geneva’s Théâtre de l’Atelier in 1969.
Explore the music of one of the most influential and innovative saxophonists in jazz history: John Coltrane! Immerse yourself in this collection of remarkable performances from the early 1960s that showcase Coltrane's unparalleled artistry.
Proving that any age is just a number, Pierre Courbois (*1940) teams up with Jesse Schilderink (*1995) and Wiro Mahieu (*1964) in his new band 3GEN3. This exciting new ensemble is augmented by pianist Jasper van ‘t Hof.
In 1979, legendary Canadian pianist Oscar Peterson gave a stunning performance at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. With talented double bassist Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen accompanying him, Peterson demonstrated his piano skills with aplomb.
The Apple Music Festival (formerly known as the iTunes Festival) was a music concert series held by Apple, Inc. inaugurated in 2007.
Double bassist Avishai Cohen’s trio with Noam David (drums) and Omri Mor (pianist) joined forces with the international Symphony Orchestra ‘INSO-Lviv’, conducted by Christian Schumann.
In 1989, Dutch big band and radio orchestra The Skymasters took flight at the North Sea Jazz Festival in the Hague. Joining them is jazz legend Clark Terry on trumpet, flugelhorn and vocals in this exciting collaboration.
In 1982, the Superstar Quintet, which consists of trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, saxophonist Joe Henderson, drummer Tony Williams, bassist Ron Carter, and pianist Kenny Baron gave a performance of cosmic proportions at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
Raul Midón appeared at 2017’s Sing Jazz Festival in Singapore with double bassist Romeir Mendez and drummer Billy Williams.
This episode of BIRD is a fantastic registration of Bassekou Kouyaté, one of the true masters of the ngoni, an ancient traditional lute found throughout West Africa, and he has collaborated with many musicians in and outside of Mali.
In 1982, trumpeter Art Farmer, saxophonist Benny Golson, trombonist Curtis Fuller, bassist Rufus Reid, pianist Mickey Tucker and drummer Albert Heath reformed the legendary Jazztet after a twenty-year hiatus at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
Pianist Kenny Barron’s June 27, 2019 appearance at the Alfa Jazz Festival in Ukraine’s Lviv was a celebration of sublime jazz virtuosity.
Trumpeter Wallace Roney revives Miles Davis' legendary album, Bitches Brew. In this project - a brainchild of Miles' family - Miles' nephew takes part: drummer Vince Wilburn. This concert at Vienne's ancient theater in France is a grand tribute to Miles.
Larry Graham & Graham Central Station perform at Bataclan in Paris, where numerous ‘funkateers’ cheer the famed bass player. Funk hero Graham, one-time pioneer of the art of slap-pop playing on the electric bass, shows what he's made of!
In 2019, the vibrant city of Sofia, Bulgaria, hosted the International A to JazZ Festival. Among the featured acts was the trailblazing jazz trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah.
The Salomão Soares Trio consists of Salomão Soares on piano, Paulo Almeida on drums, and Thiago Alves on bass. Band leader Soares was a finalist of the 2017 Montreux Jazz Festival piano competition.
Brazilian artist Gilberto Gil returns to Jazz à Vienne with music inspired by his latest album ‘Fé na Festa’: a mixture of celebration, tradition and even some rock. Although his new sound has its roots in Brazilian culture, it is always inspired by jazz.
In 1960, Archie Shepp attended a concert of John Coltrane at the Five Spot, legendary club of the Lower East Side. Fascinated, he quickly decided to devote himself to the tenor saxophone. Five years later, Shepp - already a staple of free jazz - finally recorded alongside his idol.
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
‘The legend of the groove’ is a series of documentaries about musicians who, between the late 1950s and now, have radically influenced the music of today's hip hop, soul, and rhythm 'n' blues greats, like Prince, Erykah Badu, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix.
In 1980, American soul legend Ray Charles brought the Raelettes and the Ray Charles Orchestra to the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. With them behind him, Charles showed why he has been viewed as one of the most recognizable voices in music.
Estival offers a thrilling and particularly surprising line-up that explores the rich world of contemporary music. Freddie Hubbard is an American jazz trumpeter whose influential tone contributed to new perspectives for modern jazz and bebop.
Embark on a remarkable journey through the world of jazz piano as we showcase some of the most iconic and influential pianists in history. This collection of extraordinary performances captures the unique essence and brilliance of legendary pianists.
Da Pá Virada Sessions and Stingray present this Latin jazz performance by São Paulo-born singer, composer, instrumentalist, arranger, and producer Filo Machado.
The Crusaders, an American jazz fusion group that was popular in the '70s. Their performance at Estival is beyond soulful and an amazing show to watch.
For 20 years, Sly Johnson, author, composer and performer of the Saïan Supa Crew, has been touring the French music scene with his soul, hip-hop and beat-box vocals.
Kenny Garrett emerged in the early 1980s, redefining the alto sax with powerful intensity. His album Sounds from the Ancestors blends jazz, R&B and gospel roots from Detroit with a modern global sound.
The audience at the Montreal Jazz Festival in Canada was in for a treat on July 3, 1982, as a true musical innovator hit the stage: Jaco Pastorius, who transformed the electric bass into a formidable solo instrument.
This documentary traces the first two decades of jazz in Latvia in this portrait of Jack Michalicky, the first known Latvian jazz pianist. This brief yet insightful documentary was produced by Latvian Mareks Ameriks.
Brazilian artist Gilberto Gil returns to Jazz à Vienne with music inspired by his latest album ‘Fé na Festa’: a mixture of celebration, tradition and even some rock. Although his new sound has its roots in Brazilian culture, it is always inspired by jazz.
