Spring Break
Musician to 'jazz up' The Melting Point
CHARLES GRIFFIN
Issue date: 9/21/07 Section: Variety
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"These days, I don't see gigs as promoting albums," Redman said. "A gig is an end in and of itself, and the great thing about jazz is that it's about the moment - it's all about live performances."
The determination to book such internationally known jazz artists as Redman and Marsalis is another indication of The Melting Point's efforts to expand the musical repertoire in Athens.
"The way I feel about it, there's enough college rock stuff going on," Aubrey said. "I know that's always gonna be what Athens is known for, but we're trying to think outside of the indie-rock scene and provide a place for people to see some pretty amazing acts."
Among the venue's plans is to start a weekly jazz series in hopes of bringing more local and regional jazz musicians to the scene.
"You can't go into jazz music with the expectation or hope for success," Redman said. "But I think if you're really dedicated to the music and you're really honest and sincere, eventually you will find opportunities."
The determination to book such internationally known jazz artists as Redman and Marsalis is another indication of The Melting Point's efforts to expand the musical repertoire in Athens.
"The way I feel about it, there's enough college rock stuff going on," Aubrey said. "I know that's always gonna be what Athens is known for, but we're trying to think outside of the indie-rock scene and provide a place for people to see some pretty amazing acts."
Among the venue's plans is to start a weekly jazz series in hopes of bringing more local and regional jazz musicians to the scene.
"You can't go into jazz music with the expectation or hope for success," Redman said. "But I think if you're really dedicated to the music and you're really honest and sincere, eventually you will find opportunities."
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