Rifftides reader Larry Peterson suggested that while two days of March remain, it would be a good idea to revisit an Antonio Carlos Jobim classic. It is, of course, “Ãguas de Marco.†March is the rainiest time of year in Rio de Janeiro. Jobim fashioned the progress of the music and the … [Read more...]
Archives for March 29, 2012
Service For Bob Brookmeyer
We still get questions about whether there will be a service in memory of Bob Brookmeyer, who died in December. The answer is yes. This is the updated information from Bob’s friend and colleague Bill Kirchner: Here's a reminder about the memorial for valve trombonist/composer/arranger Bob … [Read more...]

