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The Mission of D Clef Records
Established in 2009 within New York City’s thriving indie music scene, D Clef Records LLC partners with emerging composers and performers to realize and document their musical vision. In order to preserve the spirit of jazz music, production value focuses both on traditional and progressive elements. This vision brings the influence of over 100 years [...]
DCR in the Community
Commitment to Education
Since Mike Dease began his Juilliard studies in 2002, Dease has participated in jazz education initiatives that connect the concert hall with public schools. Though in its infancy, D Clef Records LLC takes the same stance, and is developing sophisticated education programming that is authentic, comprehensive, and interdisciplinary. Unlike many (if not most) other record [...]
Producer's Corner
Summer ‘09 News from Mike Dease
There are some excellent records being released now that I had the pleasure of playing on. Charles Tolliver’s Big Band released EMPEROR MARCH LIVE AT THE BLUE NOTE (HalfNote) on March 24th 2009 to rave reviews. Also, saxophonist-composer Jason Hainsworth released his debut, KALEIDOSCOPE (DWJazz) at a sold out performance in Ft. Lauderdale FL, featuring [...]
Upcoming Releases
Snow Road (New CD from Thomas Barber)
Snow Road is the debut album of trumpeter and composer Thomas Barberʻs Janus Bloc, a 14 piece ensemble that represents the cutting edge of modern jazz music. Drawing influence from both the past and the present, Janus Bloc deftly navigates the complexities of Barberʻs seven original compositions and an arrangement of Duke Ellingtonʻs Come Sunday, [...]
Artistsʻ Perspective
Matt Gordon on Album Personnel
D Clef Records Artist Matt Gordon on his albumʻs personnel:
The overall idea and concept of this album is melody. This is what I always set out to say when writing and performing original material. I want to share all of these melodies with people and hope that they hold on to them and [...]
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News and Reviews
Thomas Barber press kit added
If youʻve been looking for Thomas Barberʻs bio, head shot, and press release, now you can find it. Weʻve updated the site to include this information, and will be adding the one-sheet for his debut album Snow Road later this week.
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Videos
Mike Dease Plays “Cherokee”
Check out this cool video of D Clef Records CEO Mike Dease performing Cherokee.
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Q & A
Q & A with Thomas Barber
Interview conducted by Tim Strader
TS: Thomas, what can you tell us of the your early years and inspirations?
TB: I grew up in Moscow, Idaho. Most of my family is musical, especially me and my twin brother. He’s a percussionist. He’s not doing it professionally right now, but he did before [...]
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Friends of DCR
Brad Walseth’s Review of “Let’s Cool One”
Review by Brad Walseth
Original review text can be found online at JazzChicago.net
Another great young player comes our way from the East Coast; this time it’s young trombonist Robert Edwards, whose debut release, Let’s Cool One, demonstrates a superb combination of youthful energy, a knowledge of classic jazz styles and hard-earned skills. Edwards, a protegee of [...]