The cello has never been a prominent instrument in jazz, but for decades there have always been musicians who have tried to explore its potential in improvisational contexts. Here are current releases ...

Normally lumped into the 'miscellaneous instruments' category of jazz awards, the cello has been something of a bit player in the colorful history of jazz. That said, today there are arguably more ...

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For decades, “By Myself,” the cellist’s defining statement made in 1977, was out of print. Before his 2022 death, he finalized plans for its first-ever re-pressing. By Hank Shteamer In a 1980 ...

Pittsburgh musician cello is hoping people will have an open mind about his new album, “Singing to Serpents.” “We’ve been calling what I’m doing alternative R&B, ” he said. “And it feels like breaking ...

When you’ve been around music for a while, it’s fun to realize how far you go back with some artists. Case in point: Rebecca ...

Dirty Cello performs pieces from Gershwin to Guns N’ Roses to appeal to a wide audience. “We’re going to be playing high energy originals and do everything from Led Zeppelin (songs) that I don’t think ...

On the first Sunday of each month, cellist Steve Kramer opens his home for an intimate revival of the centuries-old salon ...