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Brett Brehm

Brett Brehm

Staff Writer

Jazz trumpeter Jensen thrills Marsh crowd

Jensen was supported by the other two members of her trio, bassist Fraser Hollis and drummer John Wikan. In addition to this formidable unit, the group featured two very special guests, Professor of Music Dana Gooley (piano) and Director of Jazz Studies Bruce Diehl (alto and tenor sax). Hailing from
Brett Brehm Oct 9, 2002

Branford Marsalis: back and better than ever

Yes, the Branford Marsalis Quartet, one of the foremost groups in jazz now, is still in fine form. However, one significant development deserves mention: the creation of Branford’s own Marsalis Music label. In a time when many of the major labels are dropping their jazz artists, the formation of
Brett Brehm Sep 24, 2002

Pat Metheny Group returns with zest

During the concert, Metheny remarked that it’s been 25 years since the group recorded their first album, “Watercolors.” Their latest album, “Speaking of Now,” just recently released on Warner Bros., continues to showcase the band’s unique, electronic conception of jazz. Two years ago, I saw Metheny perform at
Brett Brehm Mar 3, 2002

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