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3.21-3.23: Washington Women in Jazz Fest finale, Amiri Baraka tribute & more

This weekend marks the end of the Washington Women in Jazz Festival. The best way to celebrate is on...

March 21, 2014 0

Craig Handy on Mingus, major labels and that irresistible New Orleans second line groove

Craig Handy, a bright and tuneful post-bop saxophonist, is among the assortment of artists recently signed to OKeh Records,...

March 21, 2014 0

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