Review: Stanley Clarke at the Broad Stage
Stanley Clarke, electric bass solo with Salar Nadar If you appreciate extraordinary musicianship and have an open mind, you need to see bassist Stanley Clarke live. While my high school friends were listening to chart topping pop, I was
Review: Dark Side of the Dome at Wisdome Los Angeles Regenerates a Classic Album
Rock bands and albums come and go, but, without doubt, one of the most iconic rock albums of all time is Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon. Released in 1973, the album highlights the band at its creative peak with
Review: Van Morrison with special guest Melody Gardot
Melody Gardot; photos by Randall Michelson Photography This week, the Hollywood Bowl held court to some stompin' blues and jazz when up and coming artist Melody Gardot opened up for the legendary Van Morrison. Melody Gardot has overcome adversity
How West Side Story Changed My Life
When I heard that the Skirball Cultural Center would be mounting an exhibition about Leonard Bernstein, I knew I had to see it. Leonard Bernstein left a monumental mark on this earth affecting audiences from all generations...all over the world. Born
Review: Neneh Cherry and Ben Harper Shine at the Hollywood Bowl
This week as part of its Jazz at the Bowl series, the Hollywood Bowl presented Neneh Cherry and Ben Harper. It was Cherry's Hollywood Bowl debut and she made the most of it. The Swedish singer-songwriter and hip-hop artist rose to
Review: Joey Alexander Trio ‘Jazzes’ Up the Broad Stage
The classic jazz trio is made up of piano, bass, and drums. It takes full advantage of swing, interaction, and dynamics and for the musician, there's no place to hide and no limit on the imagination. Each musician has more musical