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We're officially in the home stretch for 2025! I've got a lot of exciting stuff happening in the next couple of months that I'm excited to tell you about. Repeal Day Party   One of my favorite parties of the year is always the Annual Repeal Day Celebration where we toast the passing of the 21st Amendment and the end of Prohibition in the US on December 5!   This year is 10th year for the annual party and we're going big! We're moving venues to Parker and Quinn in Midtown, we

The history of NYC's "golden age" of night clubs from the 1920s through the 1940s. The series not only tells the story of specific clubs, but moves chronologically from the mid 1800s through the 1950s, examining political and social movements, the development of various forms of music, theater, dance, fashion and entertainment, the effects of the world wars, prohibition, the depression, immigration and new technologies, all told through the lens of their effect on nightlife.

Check out this great interview Morgan Enos of UK Jazz News did with me about The Songbook Sessions and Cafe Metronome!

Glenn's October Update on gigs and upcoming projects.

Glenn's September Update on gigs and upcoming projects.

Glenn's July Update on gigs and upcoming projects.

A short blog post on programming an album of original swing music

Pre-War Jazz: 9 Things You Won't Learn in Jazz School

Jazz, Tax, and Facts: a discussion of Eric Felten's Wallstreet Journal Article and why it's more of a political statement than an historical analysis.

Thoughts on why dance audiences are so disengaged with the music they dance to.

"Planning your dream wedding with live music? This comprehensive guide simplifies booking a band. Learn about variety vs. genre acts, choosing the right fit for guests, finding quality musicians, understanding costs, handling logistics, making song requests, and essential etiquette for a seamless, unforgettable celebration. Get ready for a stress-free journey to perfect wedding day entertainment!"

The difference between great jazz and great jazz for dancing.

A discussion of why using a real acoustic piano is important in swing music.

Hi Jazz Fans, I'm reading this little book on Gene Krupa. It's a biography, but it also contains lots of quotes from Krupa himself from...

A post about audio for swing bands and dancers.

A note about Al Casey's comping behind Fats Waller's vocals.

In Search of Buddy Bolden, a book review