Ken Franckling's Jazz Notes

Every once in a while, it is good to get a healthy reminder of what jazz is. Some people think it is a repertoire of classic material, be it...

Here is a rundown of noteworthy jazz events, principally in the Sarasota to Naples territory, from now through November. Keep in mind the re...

 Musician friends, family and friends, and students from near and far packed The Barrel Room at Twisted Vine Bistro in downtown Fort Myers o...

Someone's impact on others is a more meaningful measure of a life well-lived than the number of years they spend on the planet. That not...

Here are more favorites from the 2022 edition of the  Newport Jazz Festival, held July 29-31 at Fort Adams State Park. This was my 41st con...

Here are more favorite images from the 2022 edition of the storied Newport Jazz Festival, held July 29-31 at Fort Adams State Park. This wa...

Here are a few more favorite images from this year's edition of the storied Newport Jazz Festival, held July 29-31 at Fort Adams State P...