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Here's a review of Chuck Anderson, Jazz Guitarist's first show of the year. See what you missed out on, and what to look forward to the next time!

http://www.allaboutjazz.com/chuck-anderson-trio-at-melodies-cafe-chuck-anderson-by-mike-oppenheim.php

Chuck Anderson Trio at Melodies Cafe Chuck Anderson Trio at Melodies Cafe jazz article by Mike Oppenheim, published on April 24, 2015 at All About Jazz. Find more Live Reviews articles

Teaching at the Nunya Academy in Dzodze, Ghana

Greetings from Ghana!
Here is a clip of a drum lesson with Prof aka Butch Marshall, Sierra, and our teacher Benzolah.
It is a (very slow) rendition of one of my favorite Ewe drum/dance pieces:
http://butchm440.blogspot.com/2014/09/gota.html

Live Jazz Shows has officially launched! This is a source for jazz fans to find new artists, read reviews, engage with the community and find out about upcoming jazz concerts

Live Jazz Shows What is Live-Jazz-Shows.com? A look at the music going on in your town. These are artists that I personally endorse who deserve wider recognition. Discover new artists with just one click!

Looking for new music? Check out my review of the Chuck Anderson Trio's new album Night Hawk http://guitarinternational.com/2014/01/13/review-chuck-anderson-trios-night-hawk/

Review: The Chuck Anderson Trio’s Night Hawk Visit GuitarInternational.com to check out a review of The Chuck Anderson Trio and Night Hawk at Guitar International your source for the best Guitar News online.

My profile on Pi Recordings was just published at All About Jazz. Cool, creative music that pushes the envelope, and some great insight into the music scene by co-owners Seth Rosner and Yulun Wang. http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=46074 #.Us6I4Sh6vCE

Pi Recordings: Dedicated to the Innovative Pi Recordings: Dedicated to the Innovative jazz article by Mike Oppenheim, published on January 9, 2014 at All About Jazz. Find more Record Label Profiles articles

Saw some great music last night: the Tuvan throatsinging group Alash Ensemble with AppalAsia opening the show. Cool music, I'm glad I caught it!

Great video of the Ohio State Marching Band performing a Michael Jackson medley this past weekend. Check out the 4:30 mark for the moonwalk!

Ohio State Marching Band "Michael Jackson Tribute" - Halftime vs. Iowa: 10-19-13 TBDBITL performs a Michael Jackson tribute at halftime of the Iowa game.

Here's a bit more on my profile of Dreambox Media, and a link to a playlist of some the artists reviewed.

http://mikeopmusic.com/2013/08/29/dreambox-media-record-label-profile/

Dreambox Media Record Label Profile | Mike Oppenheim I had the pleasure of speaking with drummer Jim Miller about his local Philadelphia label, Dreambox Media. A major player on the contemporary jazz scene Miller shared his insights and thoughts on jazz, the role of record labels, and how the music business has evolved over the years. The profile feat...

Here's a conversation I had with drummer Jim Miller about his Philadelphia jazz label, Dreambox Media.

Miller is a major player in the contemporary jazz scene and Dreambox puts out great albums by some of Philly's finest artists!

http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=45139 #.Uhy7mOAXgf0

Dreambox Media: The Philadelphia Jazz Label Dreambox Media: The Philadelphia Jazz Label jazz article by Mike Oppenheim, published on August 27, 2013 at All About Jazz. Find more Record Label Profiles articles

Did my first serious guitar repair/maintenance in a long time, but got my student's new Ibanez playing and singing sweet music! Special thanks to the late Bob Zatzman for teaching me all I know about luthiery