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Take Five - Jackie Richardson

Ever wonder what songs are on your favourite artist's iPod? What their influences are?

Now you have the chance with our feature, Take Five.

This edition of Take Five features Jackie Richardson

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From (Sydney Poitier in) “To Sir with Love”, to (Richard Dreyfus in) “Mr Holland’s Opus” to (Meryl Streep in) “Music of the Heart” Hollywood has told stories of inspirational leaders in the classroom, often with a particular slant towards music teachers. However, you don’t have to turn to the silver screen to see the influence of music teachers on the lives of countless individuals and CERTAINLY in those of artists in the music community.

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Interview: Curtis Stigters

The connection between various styles of music is nothing new for many of today's artists. However achieving success in these many styles is more of a rarity and something that several artists only dream of.

Curtis Stigers has done all of that and still manages to continue connecting his musical influences in the world of jazz.

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Interview: Ramsey Lewis

Born in Chicago, Ramsey Lewis began playing piano at the age of 4. Over the course of his 50+ year career Ramsey has become one of the most successful jazz musicians in history, selling millions including 7 gold records and playing sold out shows around the world.