Published May 14, 2012
If news that local jazz musician and organizer Jamie Breiwick has yet another new release comes as a bit of a shock, you're not alone. The ever-occupied, constantly creating Breiwick is a musical force of nature. His new record, "Music of Thelonious Monk: Friday the 13th," is available only as a free download. Breiwick says the release wasn't something he planned.
Published Feb. 29, 2012
Caroline's Jazz Club, 401 S. 2nd St., is one of two jazz clubs in the area - the other being The Jazz Estate on the East Side. Most of the musicians who perform at Caroline's are local, meaning they currently live in town or did at one time.
Published Jan. 24, 2012
Christie's Pub & Grill, 3261 S. 13th St., is a long-time family-owned and operated establishment. Jason and his mom, Eileen, are the driving forces behind the neighborhood gem, but Eileen is usually cooking in the kitchen while Jason keeps the bar.
Published Jan. 10, 2012
New Orleans is a fun, interesting, budget-accommodating vacation destination you won't regret. And depending on how much time you spend on Bourbon Street, one you might not remember, either.
Published July 11, 2011
The Jazz Gallery was long a Riverwest institution before it closed in the mid-'80s. Now, the venue, at 926 E. Center St., is back.
Sunday, January 2, 2011 THE BILL SARGENT BIG BAND The Inauguration of Governor-Elect Scott Walker "A Wisconsin You Can Believe In Celebration Fundraiser" Pfister Hotel 424 East Wisconsin Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53202 ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED! For Infor...
CELEBRATE NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH US!THE BILL SARGENT BIG BANDFriday, December 31, 20107 pm - 1 amItalian Community Center631 East Chicago StreetMilwaukee, Wisconsin 53202-5916Phone: 414-223-2180OUR TASTY NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY MENUHors d'oeuvresA variety of the Italian Conference Center's famous hot a...
There is something about jazz that I just don't get. You may say that it's because I'm not cultured enough but I think I've done a pretty good job at rounding myself out. I have seen, participated and appreciated opera, jazz, blues and theatre and I've had fine wines and good cigars...
Now in its fourth year, the new Pat Crawford Big Band swings out every other Wednesday evening at Kenosha’s hip, modern new Bliss Lounge, 2324 Eighteenth Street (www.blissinkenosha.com 262-551-9491). No cover charge; casual dress. The Pat Crawford Big Band carries on the great swing and jaz...
Recent article in the December 2009 issue of Milwaukee Magazine by Mike Drew explores current state of live jazz in Milwaukee. Nice article, but due to the space constraints Mike failed to mention many of the talented improvising musicians. Jeff Stoll (Packing House) and man...
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