Earshot Jazz Digital Collection
Explore Seattle's Jazz scene, past and present, through the lens of this local Seattle jazz magazine. The collection includes all issues from December 1984 to present, and is available via partnership with Earshot Jazz.
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Earshot Jazz, v.28, no.1, Jan. 2012
This issue begins with notes on Jim Wilke's Jazz Northwest and Sonarchy with Doug Haire, page 3. Eyvind Kang is the focus of an artist biography on page 4 by Schraepfer Harvey. Zach Para and his recent endeavors are discussed on page 7 by Danielle Bias. The Royal Room, a new Seattle venue, is featured in a venue profile on page 8 by Steve Griggs. The JazzVox series is featured on page 12 by Schraepfer Harvey and Libby Graham. The Racer Sessions at Cafe Racer celebrate their second anniversary on page 14. 'Before Seattle Rocked: A City and Its Music' by Kurt E. Armbruster is reviewed on page 16 by Steve Griggs. Additional performances are listed beginning on page 18. Cover art is a photograph of Eyvind Kang.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_2012_28_01
Date: 2012-01
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Coliseum interior
Washington State Theme Exhibit, Century 21 Exposition (Seattle World’s Fair). “Rising in the center of the Coliseum, the ‘World of Tomorrow’ exhibit symbolizes the 21st century -- just beyond man’s reach yet within his range of vision. The theme of this structure of interlocking aluminum cubes, ‘The Threshold and the Threat,’ depicts the ambivalence of atomic power, to be employed either for the advancement or the annihilation of man and his planet. Visitors ascend to the overhead exhibit in a globe-shaped elevator, the ‘Bubbleator,’ for a 21-minute tour of the future, which includes a look at the city of tomorrow, the home of the future, and transportation, industry, food production, education, communications and recreation in the 21st century…The ‘World of Tomorrow’ exhibit was designed by the Donald Deskey Associates of New York and installed by the Radio Corporation of America. The State of Washington sponsored and financed the exhibit.” (Official press book: Seattle World's Fair 1
Identifier: spl_wl_exp_01095
Date: 1962-10
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Earshot Jazz, no.9, May 1986
This issue begins with an article about the international reach and influences of Jazz, particularly referencing the experience of several Seattle Jazz musicians, Paul de Barros page 1. This is followed later on page 1 by bassist Chuck Metcalf describing the jazz scene in Holland. Gary Bannister, on page 2, writes about jazz connections between Seattle and Japan, referencing bassist Ron Holdridge. Bannister continues on page 3, discussing the jazz scene in Nicaragua in bassist Pete Leinonen's experience. These international snapshots are followed by a piece on the digital age and Jazz moving on to use the medium of Compact Discs (CDs), written by Sandra Burlingame. Bruce Kochis follows this on page 5, describing an ongoing debate about a bill that, upon passing by Congress, would allow unionization and, through that, contract organization for musicians under an 'employee' status. The question in debate is the allowed freedom versus the benefits of contract negotiation that unions provide. Page 5 introduces Earshot readers to Gary Peacock, a Seattle bassist. Earshot Jazz, on page 6, reviews Tales of Another/ Standards Vol.1/Standards Vol.2 all by Gary Peacock, Keith Jarrett, and Jack DeJohnette, Melodies by New Art Orchestra, and Concord on a Summer Night and For Iola by Dave Brubeck Quartet. Cover art is a picture of Chuck Metcalf playing bass after returning from Holland.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_1986_02_03
Date: 1986-05
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Earshot Jazz, v.26, no.11, Nov. 2010
In this issue Earshot begins by mourning the passing of one of Earshot's founders, Gary Bannister, page 2. Earshot previews the rest of the performances during the 2010 Earshot Jazz Festival which includes Rufus Reid Trio, Dafnis Prieto Proverb Trio & Cuong Vu/ Andrew D'Angelo: Agogic, Natacha Atlas, Blue Cranes & Ballrogg, Bill Frisell Beautiful Dreamers Trio & guests, Jack Wright/ Gust Burns/ Mark Kaylor Trio, Randy Halberstadt Quintet, Carmen Staaf Trio, Wayne Horvitz: TONK & Michael Blake's Lucky Thompson Project, Brian Blade & the Fellowship Band + Icons Among Us Screening, Gail Pettis & Friends, Ziggurat Quartet CD Release: Calculated Gestures, University District Jazz Walk, Thomas Marriott New Chamber- Jazz Ensemble, Jack Wright/ Gust Burns Large Ensemble, and Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra: Jazz Goes to Hollywood, page 5- 15. Peter Monaghan previews Nguyen Le Saiyuki Trio with Rudresh Manhathappa before their performance at PONCHO Concert Hall, page 17. Peter Walton writes a review on Randy Halberstadt's album Flash Point, page 19. Cover art is a photograph of Randy Halberstadt by Daniel Sheehan.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_2010_26_11
Date: 2010-11
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Earshot Jazz, v.32, no.1, Jan. 2016
This issue begins with notes on the Steve Griggs Ensemble, Wayne Horvitz, and the performance listings for Sonarchy with Doug Haire, page 3. Gail Pettis and her experience with creative freedom are featured on page 5 by Edan Krolewicz. KUOW-FM's purchase of KPLU and the resulting protests are discussed on page 6 by Andrew Luthringer. Cry & Roar 6 festival, in honor of the sixth year of Racer Sessions, is the focus on page 7, written by Christopher Icasiano. Ray Larsen and his Modern Achievements trilogy are featured on page 8. Information about local Jazz Series is listed beginning on page 9. On page 12, Steve Griggs discusses grant-seeking for Seattle Jazz Artists with additional comments from Heather Dwyer and Brian McGuigan on page 15. Tarik Abouzied answers a reader's question about life experience on page 19. Additional performances are listed on page 20. Cover is a photograph of Gail Pettis.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_2016_32_01
Date: 2016-01
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Earshot Jazz, v.23, no.3, Mar. 2007
This issue begins with notes on Cuong Vu, Tula's Restaurant, Seattle Women's Jazz Orchestra (SWOJO), The Soundies: A Musical History, Christopher DeLaurenti, Flotation Device, Tucker Martine, Steve Moore, Jovino Santos Neto, Jessica Lurie, Living Daylights, Steve Moore, The Tiptons, Tina Richerson, Amy Denio, Sonarchy, SIL2K Ensemble, David Kwan, Deal's Number, Perri Lynch, Clark Wiegman, Jack Gold, and Chris Pugh, page 3. Golden Ear Award Recipients and Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame Inductees for 2006 are announced on page 5. On page 6, Bill Ramsay is the focus of an artist biography by Harvey Siders. Bill Horist's recent musical techniques are discussed on page 9 by Peter Monaghan. On page 11, brief updates are written on Nonsequitur and Ben Riley's Monk Legacy Septet. The recent music experience and life of Peter Kenagy is featured on page 12 in an artist update interview. Pat Metheny and Brad Mehldau are the focus of an article on page 16 in preparation for their upcoming concert with Larry Grenadier and Jeff Ballard. The Jackson Street Music Program is discussed on page 17. Highlight performances begin on page 18. Chris Spencer writes a music lesson on Chord Tones, page 22. Cover art is a photograph of Bill Ramsay holding a saxophone.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_2007_23_03
Date: 2007-03
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Earshot Jazz, v.31, no.11, Nov. 2015
This issue begins with notes on the performance lineup for Sonarchy with Doug Haire, page 3. Skerik is the focus of an artist biography on page 4 by Andrew Luthringer. Billy Strayhorn is featured on page 8 by Peter Monaghan in reference to work with Duke Ellington. Performance listings for the November concerts of the 2015 Earshot Jazz Festival begin on page 7. Additional performances are listed on page 20. Cover art is a photograph of Skerik.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_2015_31_11
Date: 2015-11
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Earshot Jazz, v.23, no.12, Dec. 2007
This issue begins with an article on Jack Brownlow by Doug Ramsay, page 2. Notes in this issue focus on Paul Rucker, University of Idaho, the Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival, Sonarchy, Wolfgang Fuchs, Anne LeBaron, Torsten Muller, Ronit Kirchman, Tif Lin, Cod Launcher, Stephen Cavit, Ken Masters, Burning Man 2007, and Doug Haire, page 4. The Golden Ear Awards contest nominees for 2007 is announced on page 5. On page 6, John Gilbreath writes a closing piece for the Earshot Jazz Festival. Daniel Sheehan's photography of the Earshot Jazz Festival is featured on page 7. Performances by John Butcher, Torsten Muller, Dylan van der Schyff, and Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra are discussed on page 12. Elaine Hayes discusses the 19th Annual concert of Duke Ellington's Sacred Music, page 14. New Year's Eve Concerts are featured on page 16, including performances by Poncho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band, Greta Matassa, Little Bill and the Blue Notes, Too Slim and the Taildraggers, Spokane Jazz Orchestra, and the Hudson Blues Band. Earshot Jazz reviews the album Streams of Consciousness by the Jay Thomas John Stowell Quartet, page 17. Highlight performances begin on page 18. Paul Rucker writes a music lesson on stretching musical boundaries and not relying on nostalgia to create music. Cover art is a photograph of D'Vonne Lewis at the drumset.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_2007_23_12
Date: 2007-12
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Earshot Jazz, v.5, no.10, Nov. 1989
This issue begins with a description of the November 7th kick off of Earshot jazz's fall series, page 1. Earshot's Sandra Burlingame interviews Sonny Booker, a company executive and an all around entrepreneur - the talented musicians he was associated with and thrilling adventures the music scene brought him, page 6. Earshot notes on The Puget Sound Jazz Ensemble and their recent CD release, Todd Campbell page 6. Cover art of Oliver Lake, page 1.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_1989_05_10
Date: 1989-11
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Earshot Jazz, v.23, no.2, Feb. 2007
This issue begins with a note from John Gilbreath about the passing of Floyd Standifer and upcoming memorial events for the artist, page 3. On page 4, a full memorial piece to Floyd Standifer is written by Peter Monaghan, detailing his experience and influence in Seattle. Golden Ear Award recipients and their respective awards are listed on page 9. Tin Hat is featured in a group biography on page 11. Biographies begin on page 12, discussing Bobby Previte, Michael Blake, and Amina Figarova. The Seattle Improvised Music Festival is discussed on page 16 with performance listings beginning on page 17. Highlight performances begin on page 18. Jay Thomas writes a bebop music lesson, which is featured on page 22. Cover art is a photograph of Floyd Standifer with a saxophone.
Identifier: spl_ej_571712_2007_23_02
Date: 2007-02
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