Desert Island Disc 4, “Maiden Voyage”

This is my fourth in a series of posts on jazz albums that I would pick as my “Desert Island Discs”.  These are the jazz recordings I would want with me if I were stranded on a desert island.  In some ways, this is a silly game.  If I were stranded on a desert island... Continue Reading →

Scriabin the Mystic

I was first introduced to the music of Alexander Nikolayevich Scriabin (1872-1915) by one of my best friends in college.  One of the greatest things about being around musicians is the characters you get to meet and befriend.  My musical brother is one of the most naturally talented piano players you might ever meet, and... Continue Reading →

Desert Island Disc 3, “Ugetsu”

  I thought I would continue with a series of posts on jazz albums that I would pick as my "Desert Island Discs".  This idea was based on the BBC radio program that asks guests to pick eight records they would want to have if they were stranded on a desert island.  A longer description... Continue Reading →

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