Carolyn Graye – Secret Festival: September Moon

August 6, 2025

“Secret Festival: September Moon” is from singer/pianist/composer Carolyn Graye‘s album Poems by Denise Levertov, a collection of the poet’s works set to improvised music. The album was produced in part through the Jack Straw Artist Support Program.

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Greg Kramer – Heat Check

July 9, 2025

“Heat Check” is the title track from Greg Kramer‘s upcoming full length album. The song features members of the Seattle based bands True Loves, Polyrhythmics, and High Pulp.  Greg’s music is a blend of hip-hop, soul, jazz and pop, featuring layered trombones and tight arrangements.  Greg’s album was mixed at Jack Straw Cultural Center by […]

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Zambuko Marimba Ensemble – Ngoma

June 25, 2025

Zambuko African American Marimba Ensemble recently produced their debut CD, Bridges: The Legacy Continues, through the Jack Straw Artist Support Program. The first track, “Ngoma,” is a traditional celebration song from the coastal region of Kenya. It was introduced to Zambuko by Anita Achien Mwamba and Khalfani Mwamba.

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