An Interesting Read

I referenced J Dilla before, on my blog last month. An NPR music blog, A Blog Supreme, published an article a few days ago echoing the enthusiasm for the late talent of Dilla. But besides that, the article tells of his musical and life history.  It also explains the significance of his music and how it continues to reach, change, and influence several music scenes, especially jazz. It's a good read.



Also, Happy Belated Dilla Day (February 9).

Why J Dilla May Be Jazz's Latest Great Innovator

Anna Moffo, Kanye West, and Me

So, I've got a recital coming up. And I'm guessing of the 5 people that read my blog, none of you are even close enough to get here. In preparing for my recital however, I've become more and more obsessed with vocal music. One of the pieces I'm performing is from Rachmaninoff's 34th opus, entitled Vocalise No. 14. It's a tirelessly performed piece but for me, it's a first. It's gorgeous in every way. A great recording of the late and great Anna Moffo is posted below. She glides with such ease that it's almost unbelievable.

I thought it would be great to do some other "well-known" music on my recital this time around. It starts with Kanye and ends with West; I'm putting my money where my mouth is.

I'll have a sneak peak recording from rehearsal on my website next week.