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Thanks to everyone for your support of CHANGES this past year. We're honored to be mentioned on several Top Jazz Album Lists of 2012, including Jazz Inside Magazine in the U.S. and
SOUL BROTHER RECORDS - ALBUMS OF THE YEAR 2012
JAZZ ALBUM OF THE YEAR: CARMEN LUNDY - CHANGES
Carmen Lundy is one of the leading female jazz vocalists and on her 12th album 'Changes' she sounds better than ever, accompanied by a six piece jazz combo.
Christopher Loudon, longtime journalist with JazzTimes, had a chance to chat with Carmen about her recent album "CHANGES" along with many other significant musical adventures, including the long journey to her current lofty status. As Loudon states in this interview he titles Overdue Ovation, "Carmen Lundy is Freedom In Music Personified". Enjoy this informative, insightful and very personal chat with Carmen Lundy. http://carmenlundy.com/jazz-times-sept-2012
Summer gets a sizzling start with Carmen Lundy joining Terri Lyne Carrington's Mosaic Project at The Playboy Jazz Festival on June 17th. The Hollywood Bowl is the perfect Summer setting for this amazing concert event.
Then on July 4th Carmen is in Montreal for one of the world's finest Festivals - The Festival International de Jazz de Montreal. It's sure to create musical fireworks! See her at Club Soda.
Performances to look out for and to travel to!
The Annual Mary Lou Williams Women In Jazz Festival at The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. welcomes Carmen and her band back to the Terrace Theatre on May 10th. A Kennedy Center favorite, Carmen will be joined by Anthony Wonsey, Kenny Davis and Jamison Ross. May 12th will present Terri Lyne Carrington's "Mosaic Project", and the evening is sure to be full of surprises!
Joining the capacity crowd at the CD Release event at Studio City-based Jazz Upstairs at Vitello's was the incomparable and inspiring Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. What an honor and privilege to be in the presence of this great and courageous man. Thank you to all my fans, friends and family who showed your love and support in the soulful city of LA!
On to Jazz Alley in Seattle April 3 & 4 and The Kennedy Center in D.C. May 10th!
See the full article here on the Press Page - Reviews, and also http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/music-arts/carmen-lundy-perform...
In addition to the NY dates at The Jazz Standard March 8-11, and the LA dates at Upstairs at Vitello's March 29 and 30, we've just added the legendary Jazz Alley in Seattle, April 3 and 4.
Then see us April 14th at the Glendale Jazz & Blues Festival, May 10 and 12 at The Kennedy Center's Women In Jazz Festival, Wash., D.C., and June 17 at The Playboy Jazz Festival at The Hollywood Bowl in LA!
Keep checking the website for more dates and information.
Drummer Terri Lyne Carrington's new CD called The Mosaic Project has won Best Jazz Vocal Album on the 54th Grammy Awards! Carmen's original song “Show Me a Sign” (which is on her CD “Solamente”), is given a fresh take by Terri Lyne and gives Carmen's vocal performance a new twist. The album features some of the great ladies of Jazz in a collection of inspired originals and new arrangements. Now herself a Grammy Winner for her participation on this project, Carmen is featured on this excellent video showc
We've scheduled CD Release events celebrating the release of "Changes". On the East Coast, join us at The Jazz Standard in NYC, March 8 - 11. Reserve early at http://jazzstandard.net/red/index.html
Then, on March 29 and 30, hear us in Los Angeles at Upstairs At Vitello's http://www.vitellosjazz.com/ This is a rare Los Angeles appearance - be sure not to miss it!
Looking forward to seeing you on one coast or another!
For all those who have been looking for a copy of NIGHT AND DAY, the 1987 release of all standards featuring Kenny Kirkland, the wait is over! Afrasia Productions, Inc. is re-issuing this out-of-print, much sought-after CD. Available for the first time after many years, the album contains the original tracks with new artwork created by Carmen Lundy especially for this reissue.
After spending the holiday in Aspen, CO at Jazz Aspen Snowmass, Carmen and the band kick off the New Year with a month-long European tour.
Dr. Billy Taylor, a true giant in the Jazz world, passed away earlier this year. In one of many musical tributes to this remarkable man, Carmen Lundy will be joined by Geri Allen and others on November 11, 2011 (11/11/11) at The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. We'll keep you posted with more details.
