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Record Store Day is this Saturday. The nationwide event features highly sought after limited-edition vinyl releases and reissues, causing a high number of music fans to flock to their local independent record stores.
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After headlining on stages around the world, Lonnie McFadden opened his own nightclub in the midst of the pandemic. Now the trumpeter and tap dancer is "celebrating life" — and Kansas City jazz — at Lonnie's Reno Club in the Ambassador Hotel.
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Upcycle Piano Craft is the place where old pianos go for a musical makeover. Each month the shop hosts a happy hour to celebrate the instrument and the musicians who bring it to life.
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The American Jazz Museum's executive director discusses new additions and how far the museum has come in 25 years.
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The nominations for the 64th annual Grammy Awards include an album performed by Sandbox Percussion, a quartet that teaches at the UMKC Conservatory, and the duo 123 Andrés.
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After two previous pandemic postponements, the jazz vocalist says she's excited to make a safe return to Kansas City to perform live.
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Jazz performances can be found in venues across Kansas City every day of the year. Whether you're looking for a late-night concert or dinner and a show, here's where you can go to experience live jazz.
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After Bobby Watson's long tenure, Carl Allen is the newly appointed William D. and Mary Grant Endowed Professor of Jazz Studies at the University of Missouri - Kansas City.
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Lucy Wijnands recently beat 64 other submissions and four fellow finalists to clinch the top spot.
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Four buildings in the city's historic Jazz District have fallen into ruin as the city courts private investors.
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The plastic Grafton alto saxophone that Charlie Parker played during a 1953 performance has returned to its place in the American Jazz Museum.
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Last month, legendary Kansas City jazz organist Everette DeVan passed away at the age of 71.