October 5, 2004
by Joe
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VERNON ALLEY, 1915-2004 / Jazz bassist played with great ones / He fought race bias, traveled the world — made S.F. home I had the honor of meeting this distinguished bassist and San Francisco icon not too long ago. He … Continue reading
July 20, 2004
by Joe
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Ronstadt Booted From Vegas Casino These sort of events remind me of Nazi Germany, or China’s Cultural Revolution. Truly frightening that this sort of fanaticism and obtuse judgement is happening right here in America: Linda Ronstadt not only got booed, … Continue reading
December 7, 2003
by Joe
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Went to Steve Tramontozzi’s recital earlier today at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where he performed several solo bass pieces as well as two transcriptions of pieces for cello and accompaniment. Steve’s performance was quite excellent and I was … Continue reading
July 3, 2003
by Joe
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I just remembered this story, so here goes: I used to play with these guys back at New England Conservatory on Friday nights. We had two violins, a viola, cello, and myself on bass, plus occasional guest artists on piano, … Continue reading