This month's cover story
Atlanta Jazz Party
SOPRANO SAXIST JIM GALLOWAY added his sweet and hot tones to the scintillating jazz sounds at the 19th Annual Atlanta Jazz Party. (Photo: John Bitter)

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June Highlights

The Tribute to Bix Beiderbecke

Phil Pospychala's annual fest was a romping weekend of 1920s jazz with a bus tour where Phil cited historic sites to see.

by Paige Van Vorst
 
 

The Lure of Django's Gypsy Jazz

CDs featuring gypsy jazz performed by several fine current bands are reviewed, plus there's background on the man who created this distinctive genre of jazz.

by William Schafer
 
 

Ragtime Rules at Mississippi Fest

Ragtimers gathered at the Templeton Museum at Mississippi State University for music, seminars and a chance to view an incredible collection of sheet music and collectibles.

by David Reffkin
 

Party On in Norwich, England!!

A superb international lineup of talent delighted jazz fans at the second annual Norwich Jazz Party.

by Clarrie Henley

Good Vibes at Hampton Centennial

The 100th anniversary of Lionel Hampton's birth was celebrated in New Orleans with the opening of an exhibit and with words and music honoring this great vibes master of Swing.

by Tom Jacobsen
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