Dave Brubeck was among the very first jazz musicians to introduce and popularize the musical concept of polytonality. Simply put, it is playing in two keys simultaneously. Many times Dave has ...

Dr. Tanya Price showcased polyrhythm on African drums with the help of audience members during a performance on Feb. 20, 2025.

Starting April 21, you can learn percussion, vocal techniques and more at the Beach Institute. The class runs every other Thursday through July 14.

Going beyond the talking point of "odd times" popularized by mainstream coverage of Brubeck, I reached out to a number of jazz musicians who, it turns out, found their inspiration from New Orleans ...