Legendary Musician John Jorgenson Releases Two New Albums
Today – One Stolen Night and Istiqbal Gathering
Celebrates Centennial of Gypsy Guitarist Django Reinhardt
John Jorgenson Nashville, Tenn.— As one of the pioneers of
American gypsy jazz music, Jorgenson is celebrating the father of
gypsy jazz, Django Reinhardt, whose 100th birthday would have
been this year, with two album releases and a touring schedule that
takes him across the country and across the pond with the John
Jorgenson Quintet. Widely known as the "U.S. Ambassador of
Gypsy Jazz," Jorgenson has earned a reputation as a world-class
musician and guitarist and has collaborated with the likes of Elton
John, Luciana Pavarotti, Bonnie Raitt and Bob Dylan. Both new
releases see this legendary musician exploring new elements of
world music, bluegrass, rock and classical as Jorgenson expands
the range of gypsy jazz, captivating and enlightening fellow
musicians and listeners along the way.
One Stolen Night, Jorgenson’s first 2010 release, is the second
album credited to the John Jorgenson Quintet, following up on the
Billboard Jazz chart success of Ultraspontane. This collection
contains a mix of standards and new compositions, with plenty of
clarinet and swing, plus a vocal and the addition of the Greek
bouzouki into the Quintet's instrumentation. The Quintet recorded all
of the tracks in two days using minimal production, resulting in a
"live in the studio" sound that is warm, rich and so crisp that it
transports the listeners to an intimate private concert.
The album features a driving rhythm section throughout as
Jorgenson creates a classic gypsy jazz feel while pushing the
boundaries with his arrangements and melodic content. "Red on
Red" opens the album with fanfare and Django-inspired minor key
swing, while "Mediterranean Blues" highlights a fiery jam session
between violin and guitar. The title track, “One Stolen Night,”
presents a captivating melody and showcases the enchanting
sound of the bouzouki. Throughout the album the John Jorgenson
Quintet creates a unique musical experience that equally enthralls
the most discerning and the casual music fan with a sound that is
all at once dynamic, romantic, driving, melodic and accessible.
Jorgenson’s second album release in 2010, Istiqbal Gathering, is
the culmination of a long relationship between Jorgenson and Paul
Gambill, conductor of Orchestra Nashville, and was recorded live at
Ocean Way Nashville and the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
Jorgenson and Gambill combined with a world-class team of
musicians and collaborators to create the first collection of music
specifically composed and recorded for gypsy jazz guitar and
orchestra.
Jorgenson's brilliant guitar work leads the way, supported by the
progressive and dynamic Orchestra Nashville. "Concerto Glasso"
and "Istiqbal Gathering" feature a full orchestra, the latter
showcasing the breathtaking talents of Alexander Fedoriuk on
cimbalom and David Davidson on violin. "Dieter's Lounge" and
"Groove in the Louvre" feature the unexpected blend of string
orchestra along with the GRAMMY award-winning Turtle Island
Quartet. The combination is a groundbreaking album full of soaring
melodies and driving rhythms, and it is utterly one of a kind.
The John Jorgenson Quintet is the only American act to ever
headline the prestigious Django Reinhardt Memorial Festival in
France, and has been featured at other "Djangofests" in the U.S.,
UK, Germany and Canada. For the films Gattica and Head in the
Clouds Jorgenson was tapped to recreate Django's music, and in
the latter he even appeared onscreen as Django with stars Charlize
Theron and Penelope Cruz.
Despite the levels of success Jorgenson has already attained, the
acclaimed musician has no intention of taking it easy any time
soon. Building on the legacy of Reinhardt, Jorgenson continues to
expand the popularity of his beloved gypsy jazz by offering listeners
an exotic yet familiar sound to which they can relate. If 2010 is any
indication, we can expect Jorgenson to take gypsy jazz to new
heights for many years to come.
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Early Praise for One Stolen Night and Istiqbal Gathering:
L.A. Times Feature
"This CD shows off (Jorgenson's) guitar wizardry...as a master of
the subtleties and rhythmic complexities of Django Reinhardt-
inspired "gypsy jazz." He plays clarinet, soprano sax and bouzouki
on this one, while he's at it, and his much-lauded jazz quintet proves
his match." -- Barry Mazor, The Wall Street Journal
"Hoo-boy! If you like hot jazz, gypsy refrains and Balkan ballads, I've
got just the ticket." -- Mark Tucker, Folk & Acoustic Music Exchange
"...this is a wild ride that's hard to pin down as anything except
glorious, pure music." -- Chris Spector, Midwest Record
"John Jorgenson is one of the world's greatest guitarists and his
Gypsy Jazz chops are up there with the best of them. This album
(Istiqbal Gathering) breaks new ground... and in some respects,
this is a symphony to Django Reinhardt." -- Marc Schwartz,
Djangology.net
Tour dates:
2/26/2010 - Denver, CO - Swallow Hill
2/27/2010 - Bozeman, MT - Ellen Theater
2/28/2010 - Great Falls, MT - Machinery Row
3/04/2010 - Talkeetna, AK - Sheldon Community Arts Hanger
3/05/2010 - Fairbanks, AK - Pioneer Park Theatre
3/06/2010 - Anchorage, AK - Alaska Center for the Performing Arts
3/20/2010 - Kalamazoo, MI - Dale B. Lake Auditorium
3/21/2010 - Philadelphia, PA - World Cafe Live
3/22/2010 - Rockville, MD - Institute of Musical Traditions
3/23/2010 - Harrisburg, PA - Stage on Herr
3/24/2010 - Barto, PA - Landhaven
4/07/2010 - Northampton, MA - Iron Horse Music Hall
4/08/2010 - Boston, MA - Sculler's Jazz Club
4/09/2010 - Londonderry, NH - Tupelo Music Hall
4/10/2010 - Lowville, NY - Lewis County Historical Society
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Legendary Musician John Jorgenson Releases Two New Albums
on February 16th – One Stolen Night and Istiqbal Gathering
Celebrates January 23rd Centennial of Gypsy Guitarist
Django Reinhardt
John Jorgenson Nashville, Tenn.— As one of the pioneers of
American gypsy jazz music, Jorgenson is celebrating the father of
gypsy jazz, Django Reinhardt, whose 100th birthday would have
been January 23rd of this year, with two album releases and a
touring schedule that takes him across the country and across the
pond with the John Jorgenson Quintet. Widely known as the "U.S.
Ambassador of Gypsy Jazz," Jorgenson has earned a reputation as
a world-class musician and guitarist and has collaborated with the
likes of Elton John, Luciana Pavarotti, Bonnie Raitt and Bob Dylan.
Both new releases see this legendary musician exploring new
elements of world music, bluegrass, rock and classical as
Jorgenson expands the range of gypsy jazz, captivating and
enlightening fellow musicians and listeners along the way.
One Stolen Night, Jorgenson’s first 2010 release, is the second
album credited to the John Jorgenson Quintet, following up on the
Billboard Jazz chart success of Ultraspontane. This collection
contains a mix of standards and new compositions, with plenty of
clarinet and swing, plus a vocal and the addition of the Greek
bouzouki into the Quintet's instrumentation. The Quintet recorded all
of the tracks in two days using minimal production, resulting in a
"live in the studio" sound that is warm, rich and so crisp that it
transports the listeners to an intimate private concert.
The album features a driving rhythm section throughout as
Jorgenson creates a classic gypsy jazz feel while pushing the
boundaries with his arrangements and melodic content. "Red on
Red" opens the album with fanfare and Django-inspired minor key
swing, while "Mediterranean Blues" highlights a fiery jam session
between violin and guitar. The title track, “One Stolen Night,”
presents a captivating melody and showcases the enchanting
sound of the bouzouki. Throughout the album the John Jorgenson
Quintet creates a unique musical experience that equally enthralls
the most discerning and the casual music fan with a sound that is
all at once dynamic, romantic, driving, melodic and accessible.
Jorgenson’s second album release in 2010, Istiqbal Gathering, is
the culmination of a long relationship between Jorgenson and Paul
Gambill, conductor of Orchestra Nashville, and was recorded live at
Ocean Way Nashville and the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
Jorgenson and Gambill combined with a world-class team of
musicians and collaborators to create the first collection of music
specifically composed and recorded for gypsy jazz guitar and
orchestra.
Jorgenson's brilliant guitar work leads the way, supported by the
progressive and dynamic Orchestra Nashville. "Concerto Glasso"
and "Istiqbal Gathering" feature a full orchestra, the latter
showcasing the breathtaking talents of Alexander Fedoriuk on
cimbalom and David Davidson on violin. "Dieter's Lounge" and
"Groove in the Louvre" feature the unexpected blend of string
orchestra along with the GRAMMY award-winning Turtle Island
Quartet. The combination is a groundbreaking album full of soaring
melodies and driving rhythms, and it is utterly one of a kind.
The John Jorgenson Quintet is the only American act to ever
headline the prestigious Django Reinhardt Memorial Festival in
France, and has been featured at other "Djangofests" in the U.S.,
UK, Germany and Canada. For the films Gattica and Head in the
Clouds Jorgenson was tapped to recreate Django's music, and in
the latter he even appeared onscreen as Django with stars Charlize
Theron and Penelope Cruz.
Despite the levels of success Jorgenson has already attained, the
acclaimed musician has no intention of taking it easy any time
soon. Building on the legacy of Reinhardt, Jorgenson continues to
expand the popularity of his beloved gypsy jazz by offering listeners
an exotic yet familiar sound to which they can relate. If 2010 is any
indication, we can expect Jorgenson to take gypsy jazz to new
heights for many years to come.
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Tour dates:
1/08/2010 - Denton, MD - Central Library
1/09/2010 - Vienna, VA - Jammin' Java
1/10/2010 - New York, NY - APAP Showcase Hilton Hotel
1/11/2010 - Barto, PA - Landhaven
1/13/2010 - Covina, CA - Fret House
1/14/2010 - San Diego, CA - Anthology
1/16/2010 - Culver City, CA- Boulevard Music
1/18/2010 - Indian Wells, CA - The Vintage Club
1/19/2009 - Redlands, CA - The Loft Performance Space
1/22/2010 - South Lake Tahoe, CA - Duke Theater
1/23/2010 - Point Reyes Station, CA - The Dance Palace
2/26/2010 - Denver, CO - Swallow Hill
2/27/2010 - Bozeman, MT - Ellen Theater
2/28/2010 - Great Falls, MT - Machinery Row
3/05/2010 - Fairbanks, AK - Pioneer Park Theatre
3/06/2010 - Anchorage, AK - Alaska Center for the Performing Arts
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Doyle Lawson Announces Partnership with CABOOTS
Bluegrass Icon Is Perfect Match For Custom Boot Company
Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver Nashville, Tenn.— Bluegrass icon
Doyle Lawson announces a new partnership with CABOOTS, a
Texas-based boot and clothing company that specializes in custom
designs and traditional manufacturing. In addition to his music and
traditional bluegrass sound, Doyle Lawson has built a reputation for
himself as a sharp dressed man, and his beloved boots are a
staple of every performance, making CABOOTS a perfect match.
He may be a legend, but while Doyle Lawson takes pride in a
career that’s stood at the center of bluegrass and bluegrass gospel
for over 40 years, he’s hardly resting on his laurels. Look at his
schedule and the point is unmistakable – at the same time he’s
garnering new acclaim for his historic contributions, he’s plowing
new ground alongside artists half his age. At once one of the
busiest marquee acts in bluegrass and an iconic figure in its history
– that’s Doyle Lawson.
Lawson is the one constant in a band that has featured over 40
different musicians over the years. The band has been a training
academy for bluegrass players—initiating, training and then
sending out into the world, some of the genre’s most respected
musicians. Throughout it all, Doyle has maintained his devotion to a
traditional sound with his signature vocal harmonies and stellar
picking. Legends are made, not born and Doyle Lawson &
Quicksilver have spent 30 years carving out their own eminent place
in the bluegrass pantheon.
CABOOTS is a fourth generation boot company based in El Paso,
Texas, that offers handmade boots at great prices with an old world
quality and technique that has not changed for almost 100 years.
Boot styles include yesteryear’s vintage classics and period
reproductions as well as new designs reborn from grand and
adventurous times in cowboy attire.
"We are proud to work with Doyle Lawson and see this as a great
fit," said Priscilla Sanchez, a co-owner of CABOOTS along with her
husband, Joey. "His music and style truly display the values we
strive for and honor - a love of country American roots and quality
fun!"
CABOOTS products are world-renowned for quality, fit and customer
service. Their website (www.caboots.com) offers customers the
ability to choose style, leather, toe and heel specifications with
swatches and various options, providing an easy way to order
custom boots.
Doyle Lawson has undoubtedly become a style icon in the
bluegrass world thanks to his signature boot and jacket
combinations, and the new relationship with CABOOTS is a perfect,
custom-built complement to that style. Lawson and CABOOTS have
both established their legacies without compromising their sound
or technique, and now, after decades in their respective industries,
they have formed a partnership built on a shared love of quality and
tradition.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
2/12/10 - Emelin Theatre - Mamaroneck, NY
2/13/10 - Joe Val Indoor Bluegrass Festival - Framingham, MA
2/19/10 - Palatka Bluegrass Festival - Palatka, FL
2/20/10 - Saenger Theater - Hattiesburg, MS
2/26/10 - Stuart's Opera House - Nelsonville, OH
2/27/10 - Fairview Ruritan Club - Galax, VA
3/06/10 - Davis Events Center - Fulton, MS
3/07/10 - Appomattox County High School - Appomattox, VA
3/26/10 - Calhoun County Auditorium - Grantsville, WV
3/27/10 - Southern Ohio Indoor Music Festival - Wilmington, OH
4/01/10 - Temple Theater - Meridian, MS
4/03/10 - Georgia Mountain Center - Gainesville, GA
4/17/10 - Old Settler's Music Festival - Driftwood, TX
4/18/10 - Old Settler's Music Festival - Driftwood, TX
4/25/10 - Stagecoach - Indio, CA
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