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Posts tagged with "Robin James"
First annual Baraza conference ‘a huge success’
Nov. 15 | Event launches movement to improve Black women’s health and wellness Part 2 — see part one in the current print edition of the MSR By Robin James Contributing Writer The October 6 Baraza Conference presentation by Dr. BraVada Garrett-Akinsanya,...
Businesswoman specializes in customized strategies
Oct. 24 | By Robin James Contributing Writer For organizations that want to make a meaningful impact in the marketplace, equip a workforce with new skills, and get better at offering ideas that transcend genres and categories, it isn’t easy....
New music from late legends Wes Montgomery, Charles Mingus
Oct. 24 | There are two essential and noteworthy albums to look out for by two artists at their musical peak, which include the late-greats guitarist Wes Montgomery and bassist Charles Mingus. Both men are still very much revered for their signature...
Event opens health dialogue to Black Twin Cities women
Oct. 3 | Baraza creates balance, focusing on mind, body and spirit By Robin James Contributing Writer An exciting, one-of-a-kind event designed specifically for African American women is set to take place in the Twin Cities; it’s Baraza:...
Five-year-old and father create writing team
Oct. 3 | Life lessons become basis for children’s book series By Robin James Contributing Writer In the wide world of children’s literature, there’s a gifted young author who has already written two books and he lives in our own...
True artists shine in concert: Esperanza Spalding, Cassandra Wilson, Marcus Miller
Oct. 1 | True artists know how to captivate an audience. Inspiration from their musical mentors may have something to do with it. Bassist/vocalist Esperanza Spalding is an artist who knows how to captivate an audience. Just ask Prince. He is very supportive...
Marcus Miller: Music a reflection of revolution, a link to the past
Sep. 12 | We are pleased to present part-two of our interview with world-class bassist Marcus Miller. He performed with his band at the Dakota on Sept 11-12. His new album is Renaissance on Concord Records. MSR: As it’s been referenced in the...
Hot headliners hit the Selby Ave. music festival
Aug. 29 | It is with great pride and pleasure to announce, it’s time to kick back and enjoy one of the best free music festivals in the upper Midwest. I’m talking about the 2012 Selby Ave. JazzFest happening on Saturday, September 8, 11 am — 8...
Ben Williams: Rising star bassist mixes classic and new sounds
Aug. 22 | Bandleader and bassist, Ben Williams is on his way to the Dakota on Sept 4 and 5 with the Pat Metheny Unity Band. He’s also well on his way to carving out a beautiful career. He won the 2009 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition...
