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Ches Smith Rings 'The Bell' for Debut Trio on ECM Records (REVIEW)

Chamber music of the highest order, 'The Bell' (ECM) starts out with exactly that. Recorded in New York City, drummer Ches Smith performs on timpani and vibraphone before he ever even hits the skins. The esoteric, atmospheric 9:29 title tune melts into "Barely Intervallic" where Craig Taborn on piano and Matt Maneri on viola(!) serve as the most laid-back front line you're ever likely to hear. But wait.
By Mike Greenblatt

  • BLOGARRHEA: Delicious 2015 Leftovers and the Best of Last Year That Slipped By

    I swear my grandmother's leftovers tasted even better the second day. Likewise in music, there's going to be great CDs overlooked in the plethora of sound ending up in my doorway. It's a wonderful problem to have and every year there's stuff I miss so every year I get to digest some delicious left-overs. 2015 was no exception and there are some wonderful overlooked CDs I'm revisiting in order to share the best music with you that originally slipped by.
    By Mike Greenblatt

  • Berklee & The Boston Conservatory Prepare for Merger?

    After opening its doors 149-years ago, The Boston Conservatory will soon be merging with Berklee College. Once the new school completes the necessary regulatory and accreditation review and approval process, later this summer, the combined institution will be known as Berklee with the Conservatory becoming The Boston Conservatory at Berklee. The hope is that by combining forces, Berklee and The Boston Conservatory will be able to lead the way in establishing new and original music genres and art forms for years to come.
    By Shane Jordan
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