These are trying times for all of us, and for those who make their living presenting or performing live jazz, we know this is a challenge that may seem overwhelming. There are many organizations that are working to help, and we want to make sure all of our readers have all the resources they need. | Read more>>
An die Musik Live is an intimate listening venue on the second floor of an historic Baltimore townhouse, located in the heart of the Mt. Vernon Cultural District. Voted several times as one of the top 100 jazz venues in the world by Downbeat Magazine, An die Musik has been serving Baltimore for 30 years. | Read more>>
During the uncertain spring of 2020, artists are doing
everything they can to stay on their audiences’ minds—and put some money in
their pockets. Luckily, there are now more new ways musicians can retain and
even find new audiences, as well as stay active and musically connected during
the shutdown.
Guitarist Michael Raitzyk notes:
It’s important just to be online for a sense of presence and community. | Read more>>
With so many
people suffering heartbreaking losses of jobs, health, and even loved ones
through this COVID-19 crisis, music may offer us a semblance of connection and
hope. Even so, musicians have nearly lost it all in the short term, with social
distancing halting all live performances. | Read more>>
The drummer and bassist lock in, providing an undeniable swing: “the Baltimore Bounce.” Each player listens and reacts to the others as the song moves continuously forward through dynamic peaks and valleys. The rhythm section drives a horn player into another gear, building an arc of a brilliant solo. | Read more>>
It was Sunday, March 15, the eve of the closure of bars and restaurants, of “social distancing,” masks, and latex-gloved hands. Thirty-some people gathered in the casually elegant back room at Café Mezzanotte in Severna Park, Maryland, to enjoy live jazz. | Read more>>