Doug Ramsey

Apr 30, 1996 — By Doug Ramsey

Oak Cliff native Roy Hargrove may not have the depth and seasoning of Wynton Marsalis, but the 26-year-old prodigy could still be one of the great jazz trumpeters of our day.

May 31, 1987 — By Doug Ramsey

Vibraharpist Charlie Shoemake keeps so busy in L.A. that he seldom strays back to his home state. Fortunately, we can hear him on new recordings.

Mar 1, 1987 — By Doug Ramsey

At 73, this Fort Worth jazzman still sings “Chattanooga Choo-Choo,” but he wants new songs, more gigs, and younger audiences.

Dec 1, 1986 — By Doug Ramsey

From James Clay to John Park, Texas tenor sax masters prove their mettle on new LPs.

Aug 31, 1986 — By Doug Ramsey

What’s remarkable about this exclusive jazz party isn’t just that it’s in Midland. The biggest surprise comes when the music starts.

May 31, 1986 — By Doug Ramsey

New releases of Duke Ellington’s work give us exquisite music from small bands, a dance band having fun, and stereo recording twenty years before its time.

Sep 30, 1985 — By Doug Ramsey

Those who think there’s nothing new under the sun should check out the superior jazz improvisations on three recently released albums.

Aug 31, 1985 — By Doug Ramsey

From the moment tenor saxophonist Zoot Sims sounded his first note to just before his death four decades later, he performed with irresistible spirit and intensity.

May 31, 1985 — By Doug Ramsey

Jazz singers defy definition. They may scat, or they may not; they may be veterans or newcomers; they may decline the label of jazz singer. But their music always gives them away.

Apr 1, 1985 — By Doug Ramsey

John Hardee and Budd Johnson were two legendary Texas tenors who had their own ways of making peace with the rigors of the jazz life.