by Eddie LeShure Youth At Jazz, a music and mentorship program geared toward offering accessible music education to the Asheville area, is hosting its YAJ Summer Workshop from August 4-8….
Jazz Profile: Nancy Simmons
by Eddie LeShure “Nancy Simmons is a veteran singer whose impressive technique and command of a wide range of styles have made her a respected member of the Asheville music…
Jazz Profile: Pavel Wlosok
by Eddie LeShure “Pavel Wlosok is a Czechoslovakian jewel gleaming in the woods at Western Carolina University. His polished versatility and professionalism in playing/composing/teaching music and in creating his photography,…
Jazz Profile: Ben Bjorlie
written by Eddie LeShure “Ben Bjorlie is one of those rare guys who is comfortable playing any style of music, be it funk, bop, Latin, swing, big band, you name…
Jazz Profile: Daniel Iannucci
by Eddie LeShure “Danny is one of the most intuitive musicians I have ever known and a phenomenal bassist. He captures the essence of the music, knowing when to support…
Jazz Profile: Elise Pratt
by Eddie LeShure “Elise has a voice that’s as beautiful as her smile and she finds a way of bringing a child-like sense of discovery to old faithful favorites from…
Jazz Profile: Michael W. Davis
by Eddie LeShure “Michael Davis is not only a fine drummer, he’s more importantly a fine musician. He plays with great time, groove and taste while also being a very…
Jazz Profile: Jesse Earl Junior
by Eddie LeShure “Jesse has a real feeling for every song he sings and what a great instrument he has to deliver them with. While he can be compared with…
Jazz Profile: Byron Hedgepeth
“I’ve played music with Byron for over 30 years in a variety of bands. He possesses amazing skills on drums, vibraphone, tympani, and every other percussion instrument, is one of…