Jazz can be traced back into the late 19th century, leaving its mark to every generation of music lovers. While new genres have emerged over the years, Jazz managed to survive the test of time while adapting new styles to create a modern and refreshing vibe.

It’s no wonder why Jazz music continues to gain followers, and we can expect more Jazz as various artists and companies make their efforts to introduce the genre in the 2019 setting.

The impact of Jazz to American culture and history is undeniable. Jazz music remains on the country’s airwaves, which is a proof of the genre’s continued influence up to this day. This year, ArtistsWorks and Blue Note Records have something in store for the new generation of music enthusiasts, especially for those who love Jazz.

Feel The Music With the Jazz Masters

Jazz fans can start the new year with a chance to experience the music of today’s biggest jazz artists by joining ArtistsWorks’ Big Jazz Giveaway contest. ArtistWorks is a known music education provider online, which is also behind the Video Exchange Learning resource. This year, the company is willing to open its doors to the lucky winners, who will get a once-in-a-lifetime experience to see award-winning jazz musicians like Eric Marienthal (jazz saxophone), Peter Erskine (jazz drums), John Patitucci (jazz bass) and George Whitty (jazz piano). The winners will also get an in-studio experience while the jazz artists perform their music live.

Winners of the Big Jazz Giveaway contest will also have a $500 budget for air and ground transportation, including a two-night hotel accommodation. Aside from a tour inside ArtistsWorks’ music studio and meet-and-greet, there will lunch, free on-camera lesson, live jamming session, plus one-year VIP subscription to ArtistsWorks online music resources. They will also receive photos and videos to be captured during their visit at the studio.

Big Jazz Label Enters Its Ninetieth Decade In The Music Industry

Meanwhile, Blue Note Records, known as one of the biggest pioneers of Jazz, is about to celebrate its 80th birthday this year. The record label has been run by renowned producer and musician Don Was since 2012. Was held the company’s Jazz roots, although he made the genre more interesting to this generation’s music enthusiasts by allowing diversity into the label’s roster.

For one, Robert Glasper, who was signed by Blue Note Records 14 years ago, has recently offered some changes in Jazz by incorporating a little bit of hip-hop and RnB to his sound. The result was well-received by jazz listeners. Glasper formed a group called R+R=NOW, which released the 2018 album Collagically Speaking, further exploring the Jazz genre. Fans can expect Glasper to make more exciting twists to Jazz in 2019.

A classic jazz with modern flair is perfect for an evening of elegance. If ever you are planning for ENVY party venue orange county, be sure to have a collection of jazz music to play during the event.

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