The Evolution and Impact of Smooth Jazz: From George Benson to Today’s Chart-Topping Hits
Smooth jazz has been a popular music genre for several decades, and its origins can
Editor’s Corner
Founder/Editor-in-Chief’s Opinion Column
NICK COLIONNE: MUSICIAN, MENTOR, & FRIEND; GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN!
Nick Colionne established himself as an in-demand player in the Chicago area after his debut CD, building on the styles of music icons Wes Montgomery, George Benson, and Grover Washington Jr. At the same time, he balanced his love of music with a commitment to teaching; he worked with K-8 students in Elgin, Illinois. He is gone, but will never be forgotten.
From Contemporary to Smooth: When Did It Change?
Did you know “contemporary jazz” used to have a completely different meaning? The definition of words change over time, but when did the shift of “smooth jazz” to “contemporary jazz” actually take place?