Boundary Stones, the local history website of WETA, has a fine article on Felix Grant and jazz radio in Washington, D.C.
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New discography of Frank Wess
Frank Wess wasn’t born in Washington, D.C. but he spent some very important time in the district, on and off from 1935 to 1953, ending when he joined the Count Basie band. The interviews and oral histories that contain his vivid recollections of the Washington jazz scene are invaluable primary sources.
Continue ReadingLeft Bank Jazz Society
Some information on concerts presented by the Left Bank Jazz Society of Baltimore, Maryland between 1964 and 1989. This is very much a rough draft. It is based on research in historical newspapers and magazines, the book Music at the Crossroads: Lives & Legacies of Baltimore Jazz edited by Mark Osteen and Frank J.
Continue ReadingA Long-Winded Introduction
Hard to believe, but it has been well over a quarter of a century since I started presenting jazz research on the Internet. As the years passed, two different sites have evolved and spun off from my original personal website (established in 1996).
Continue ReadingTailgate Ramblings, 1971-1981
Dick Smith of the Potomac River Jazz Club has digitized (PDF) the first decade or so of the club newsletter. These provide a good deal of information on the Washington, DC traditional jazz scene.
The PRJC still exists, but later issues of Tailgate Ramblings are not yet available online.
Continue ReadingUnicorn Times, 1973-1985
While not exclusively a jazz publication, Unicorn Times published some very informative articles on Washington, DC jazz. It also contains advertisements for clubs, concerts, and artists. The publication has been digitized (PDF) by the DC Public Library.
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