John Reischman's Mandolin
Many have heard the incredible playing of mandolin tonemeister John Reischman, but not all are aware of the story of how he accumulated his legendary Read more»
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"Good improvisation communicates harmonic progression melodically. Effective melodies manipulate harmonic content through the use of guide tones and preparatory gravity notes, masterfully woven in systematic tension, release, and transparent harmonic definition."
What happens when a hotel fire alarm creates a chance meeting in a stairwell with a television film maker on assignment for Bobby Flay (the Food Network) and three acoustic jazz musicians from Skokie? Well of course, the opportunity to capture on video an impromptu performance of Autumn Leaves. What else?...
This seven minute YouTube performance was brought to our attention by our good friend and Chicago guitarist Steven Briggs who is also president of Blue Night Records, invaluable JazzMando sponsor and producer of some of the best acoustic jazz recordings on the planet. Joined by local "Swing Shift" duo partner, Dario Napoli, and JazzMando mentor Don Stiernberg, this "Suite 711" from the Skokie Hampton Inn is a video treasure.
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August 30, 2008 | Cinema Acoustique
