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ALFI Records Celebrates the Magic of Movie Themes on Dreamtime

4/29/2016

 

ALFI Records Celebrates the Magic of Movie Themes on Dreamtime,
New CD by Label Founder Albare to be Released on May 6


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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, April 28, 2016 ­– ALFI Records salutes the magic of the movies on its latest release, Dreamtime (#724131549824), the new CD by label founder and master guitarist Albare. With liner notes by music journalist/author Will Friedwald, Dreamtime, will be released on May 6, 2016 just in time for Mother’s Day.
 
Label mate Joe Chindamo teamed up with Albare to handle composing, arranging and conducting duties while also playing piano. The idea was to set an audio dreamscape much like the spell cast by a movie with a great story. This musical journey recreates in sound the images people have when they remember these classic films.


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BRIDGEFEST – A NEW BEGINNING The Celebration of Local Music in Newport Moves to Newport Festivals Foundation

4/28/2016

 

BRIDGEFEST – A NEW BEGINNING
The Celebration of Local Music in Newport Moves to
Newport Festivals Foundation


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NEWPORT, RI, April 28, 2016 – The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County (ACA) announced at its 24th Annual Meeting Thursday night that it has transferred rights to its popular BridgeFest music festival to Newport Festivals Foundation, Inc.
 
“Each summer for the past seven years, BridgeFest has supported, promoted and celebrated our many local musicians, showcasing their extraordinary talents. It has been a pleasure seeing the four days of music that bridge the gap between the iconic Folk and Jazz Festivals grow into such an eagerly anticipated summer event in its own right,” said Nancy McAuliffe, President of the Arts & Cultural Alliance.
 
“However, it became readily apparent to our Board of Directors that the purpose of BridgeFest overlapped with many of the recent Festivals Foundation initiatives, especially its educational events for young people and families and growing support for local musicians. The world-renowned success of both the Folk and Jazz Festivals now allows for programming well beyond the original two weekends.”
 
The Newport Folk Festival® takes place July 22-24 followed by the Newport Jazz Festival® July 29-31, with BridgeFest between the two events.
 
“Newport Festivals Foundation is excited to support the community through this important cultural endeavor. We are pleased that the ACA, which presented BridgeFest for seven years, is entrusting this great tradition to our Foundation,” said Jay Sweet, Executive Producer of Newport Festivals Foundation.  “In 2016, we’ll take a look at programs that have been part of BridgeFest and explore opportunities with other local groups. In addition, we will continue to produce our free family concert at Fort Adams on the Wednesday between festivals as well as add some other surprises.” 
 
For more information on how to be a part of BridgeFest 2016, visit the web site at www.newportbridgefest.com. 


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Jazz á Vienne Announces Lineup for 36th Annual Festival

4/14/2016

 

Jazz á Vienne Announces Lineup for 36th Annual Festival Featuring
Diana Krall, Chick Corea, Kamasi Washington, Seal, Esperanza Spalding, Buddy Guy, Cécile McLorin Salvant, José James, Pink Martini, James Carter and More


Vienne, France – The 36th edition of the Jazz á Vienne festival takes place June 28 – July 15 with an 18-day celebration featuring jazz, blues, funk, gospel, dance, film, literature and a wide variety of events for all ages. Located on the Rhone River in southeastern France just 20 miles south of Lyon, the beautiful city of Vienne also boasts historical monuments, museums, markets, fantastic food and much more.

The 2016 festival presents Diana Krall, Chick Corea, Randy Weston, Kamasi Washington, Seal, Esperanza Spalding, Buddy Guy, John Scofield/Brad Mehldau/Mark Guiliana, Gregory Porter, Cécile McLorin Salvant, José James, Pink Martini, James Carter and John McLaughlin.  Other artists include Chic featuring Nile Rodgers, Lisa Simone, the JB’s (the original James Brown Band featuring Martha High), Joyful Gospel Singers, Beth Hart, Dayme Arocena, Cory Henry & the Funk Apostles, Robin McKelle and many more musicians from around the world.

For more information, log on to www.jazzavienne.com.
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Photos L-R: Chick Corea (credit: Chick Corea Productions); Diana Krall; Kamasi Washington (credit: Mike Park) 

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