August 9, 2026 Therran Dennis

Saxophonist and Composer Andrew Kreitner Learns the Lyrics

Back in late February during a Todd Marcus Orchestra concert at Eubie Blake Center, I was blown away after the rousing set opener, “Horus.” I immediately turned to my left to share my elation, where saxophonist and composer Andrew Kreitner happened to be sitting – he seemed just as mesmerized. | Read more>> Read More

Concert Reviews

September 21, 2026 Marcus Tuah

“This Thang’s Got Fire” – Antonio Parker at Caton Castle

[Photo Courtesy of Antonio Parker] On March 7th, 2026, saxophonist Antonio Parker graced the stage at Caton Castle. He performed with the Antonio Parker Quintet, with Reginald Cyntje (trombone), Hope Ubodi (piano), Cheyney Thomas (bass), and Lenny Robinson (drums). This was my first visit to Caton Castle, a Black-owned Jazz club in Southwest Baltimore. | Read more>> Read More

Concert Reviews

September 14, 2026 Roy Milliner

Peabody Graduate Jazz Ensemble: A Voyage to New Orleans

[Photo credit: Kaveh Sardari] On May 1st, 2026, a blustery Friday afternoon during sun-strewn golden hour, I arrived at the Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center in Baltimore. Passing through the striking first floor art gallery space and a taking short elevator ride to the fourth floor, I entered the intimate concert space. | Read more>> Read More

CD Reviews

September 7, 2026 Michael Friedman

Keith Snipes’ Powerful New Recording Is A Call For Social Justice

[Photo courtesy of Keith Snipes] Keith Snipes is one of my favorite singers in Baltimore. His singing reflects his roots in theatre. He always presents his songs in dramatic form, as an actor delivers a monologue. He has a resonant voice that conveys powerful emotions ranging from love to outrage. | Read more>> Read More

CD Reviews

August 31, 2026 Therran Dennis

Todd Marcus Jazz Orchestra Dazzles at The Eubie Blake Center

[Photo Credit: Efrain Ribeiro] After about 13 minutes into the second set of a double billing held on February 28, 2026, in the cozy confines of the Eubie Blake Cultural Center in Mt. Vernon, band leader Todd Marcus and his Jazz Orchestra basked in the glow of a standing ovation. | Read more>> Read More

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August 24, 2026 Liz Fixsen

Andrea Brachfeld’s Musical Birthday Party & Jam at An Die Musik

[photo credit Wendy Setzer] On May 3rd, 2026, Andrea Brachfeld took the stage at An die Musik to celebrate her birthday and express gratitude to the Baltimore jazz community that has welcomed her since she arrived from New York in 2021. | Read more>> Read More

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Saxophonist and Composer Andrew Kreitner Learns the Lyrics

“This Thang’s Got Fire” – Antonio Parker at Caton Castle

Peabody Graduate Jazz Ensemble: A Voyage to New Orleans

Keith Snipes’ Powerful New Recording Is A Call For Social Justice

Todd Marcus Jazz Orchestra Dazzles at The Eubie Blake Center

Andrea Brachfeld’s Musical Birthday Party & Jam at An Die Musik

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Piano Jazz at Tagliata

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