The Best Jazz Web Links: September 2008

Howard Mandel visits Berklee Jazz critic meets jazz students . . .	The baroness took polaroids Nica's photos of jazz musicians are published.
A half million dollars worth of Satchmo memorabilia Jack Bradley is the king of Louis Armstrong collectors.	Paul Newman and Louis Armstrong in Paris Blues (1961) The late actor and jazz legend collaborate on film.
Bobby Hutcherson receives lifetime achievement award Vibraphonist honored in Sedona.	Posthumous release features Esbj�rn Svensson's final studio recording Steve Greenlee looks at Leucocyte.
Louis Armstrong: The Ambassador of Jazz Voice of America broadcast focuses on the trumpeter's jazz diplomacy.	Al Young's "Desert Island Jazz" The esteemed writer shares his picks with KCSM's Alisa Clancy.
Is Kind of Blue over-hyped? JazzWax takes a controversial stance on the most famous jazz album of them all.	It's not the notes, it's the rests Monk Rowe suggests that the hardest thing for jazz students to learn is when not to play.
Who should get jazz awards? Darcy James Argue looks at "Genius Grants" and other assorted honors.	The Clifford Brown Symposium The University of the Arts plans a three-day event devoted to the trumpeter.
McDonald's ad makes fun of jazz Burger chain promises jazz-free environment.	Stanley Jordan embraces musical healing The guitarist is profiled in USA Today.
Miguel Zen�n wins "genius grant" The altoist is a 2008 McArthur Fellow.	The Bunny Berigan web site Swing Era trumpeter has his home on the web.
Jamie Cullum shines at Monterey British vocalist delights crown at the 51st Monterey Jazz Festival.	Re-evaluating Oscar Peterson JazzWax looks back at the pianist's trio sides for the Clef label.
Keith Jarrett in Philadelphia David Adler reports on the Standards Trio.	Phil Woods to receive honor Altoist named as recipient of Governor's Award.
Django on video 1945 film clip captures the guitarist in action.	Wayman Tisdale shares video with his fans The bassist sends an upbeat message to well-wishers.
Richard Sudhalter remembered Rifftides publishes a tribute to the jazz historian.	Earl Palmer dead at age 83 Drummer recorded with jazz, pop and rock greats.
Was Russ Garcia denied Oscar because of a mix-up in names? JazzWax exposes a mess at the Academy.	Maria Schneider discusses her latest Monterey commission Pamela Espeland talks to the composer.
Five key Latin jazz guitarists Chip Boaz identifies guitar contributors.	Preserving Cab Calloway's home Hi-De-Ho man's daughter faces obstacles.
The best jazz venues in Europe A journalist offers his five favorites.	Interview with Russell Garcia JazzWax talks with the arranger / composer.
The best working bands in jazz Hot House blog picks it favorites.	Reflecting on the Latin Grammy nominees Chip Boaz critiques the awards.
Awesome tapes from Africa Check out hard-to-find music not available at the mall.	In conversation with Bill Frisell The guitarist talks with The Morning Call
Roy Hargrove in performance Bebopified reports on the trumpeter.	Musician offers 'huge reward' for sax Horn was last seen at 50th Street and 7th.
Jazz is not America's classical music? Scholar says it is European Dada music!	Recreating Coltrane & Hartman Elling & Watts channel a jazz classic.
California honors two jazz artists Dave Brubeck and Quincy Jones will enter the California Hall of Fame.	Talking to Dave Holland The bassist stretches out in conversation with The Boston Globe.
Los Angeles honors Charles Mingus The Charles Mingus Youth Arts Center will offer space for cultural activities in Watts.	Hancock and all-star band on video Brecker, Scofield, Holland, DeJohnette and Alias also on board for "Norwegian Wood."
Jazz landmark damaged by Gustav Louis Armstrong once worked for the family that owned this Rampart Street building.	New tone at Jazz at Lincoln Center Executive Director, Adrian Ellis, has ambitious goals and new priorities for JALC.
U.S. Postal Service issues Latin Jazz Stamp Release coincides with Hispanic Heritage Month.	The music of Gianluigi Trovesi Jazz Profiles pays tribute to the clarinetist.
Portland Jazz Festival calls it quits 2008 event had focused on avant garde jazz.	Interview with Benny Golson JazzWax talks to the celebrated saxophonist.
The ultimate jazz remix This is not your typical jazz video.	Interview with John Scofield The guitarist talks to The Australian.
Musical preferences tied to personality Study shows jazz fans are innovative & confident.	Remembering Oliver Nelson Jazz Profiles features the saxophonist / composer.
Montreux festival co-founder dies Pianist Geo Voumard was 87 years old.	Celebrating the music of Henry Mancini JazzWax looks back at the jazzy film composer.
Lovano, Frisell & Motian NPR site has download of Wednesday night's gig.	Charlie Haden's country project Video looks at the forthcoming CD.
More on hip-hop and jazz Survival of the Cool weighs in on the debate.	Celebrating Houston's jazz heritage Chris Gray looks at six key figures.
Six rare guest appearances JazzWax highlights some memorable studio visits.	Harry 'the Hipster' Gibson on video Film captures the Hipster at his finest.
Ornette in Chicago The Sun-Times reports on the altoist.	A tale of two bass cities Writer looks at bassists from Detroit and Philly.
Cutting contests take place on line Truth in Music web site has interesting plans.	Jazz at Tanglewood Jason Crane reports on the 2008 festival.