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Cyprien Katsaris is a Contemporary French pianist known for his effortless technique and masterful control of voicing, phrasing, and dynamics. He is also a passionate champion for forgotten and neglected composers. He was born in Marseilles, France in 1951, and he started playing the piano when he was four years old. He spent his childhood in Cameroon, where he attended the local school, and he studied piano with Marie-Gabrielle Louwerse. Later, he enrolled at the Paris Conservatory, where his piano professors were Aline van Barentzen and Monique de la Bruchollerie, and he received instruction in chamber music from René Leroy and Jean Hubeau. He made his debut in Paris in 1966, with the Orchestre Symphonique d'Ile-de-France and conductor René-Pierre Chouteau. Katsaris excelled at the conservatory, and he earned first prizes for piano in 1969 and chamber music in 1970.

March 6, 2025 – George Brown, beloved co-founder of Kool & The Gang and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, will release his second posthumous project, ‘Jazz in Paris,’ on April 18 via Astana Music Inc/BFD/The Orchard. Inspired by the smoky jazz clubs of Paris and New York in the late 1950s and ‘60s—a sound that shaped Brown’s musical world from an early age—the album reflects his deep love for jazz while showcasing his musical versatility.

March 6, 2025 – George Brown, beloved co-founder of Kool & The Gang and Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, will release his second posthumous project, ‘Jazz in Paris,’ on April 18 via Astana Music Inc/BFD/The Orchard. Inspired by the smoky jazz clubs of Paris and New York in the late 1950s and ‘60s—a sound that shaped Brown’s musical world from an early age—the album reflects his deep love for jazz while showcasing his musical versatility. The first single, “Lisa,” a sultry, classic jazz composition, is out now, featuring smooth instrumentation, brass accents, and a full-bodied walking bassline. On the track, Brown performs drums, vocals, percussion, and keyboards, highlighting his remarkable range as a multi-instrumentalist.

Listabarth's music is deeply rooted in jazz, but also moves between the poles of classical and pop - all garnished with a touch of oriental esprit.

Menahem Pressler spent ten consecutive summers in Verbier from 2008 and was a beloved source of inspiration at the Verbier Festival, captivating audiences and mentoring young artists.

Between 2002 and 2019 ‘Clubland’ was one of the most successful compilation brands in the UK. With a multi-platinum run of albums that included 28 numbered volumes, and featuring a mix of dance music including current dance-pop, techno, trance and happy hardcore – they were a euphoric reflection of the floor-fillers that played in packed clubs…. Clubland remains a well-loved brand with a TV channel dedicated to playing Clubland favourites – and having regular massive tours and events featuring a huge line-up of artists who were featured on the releases and at club nights. In May 2025, Clubland embark on an arena tour billed as “the biggest Clubland shows of all time”!

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Global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. is excited to announce the release of Vectorworks 2025 Update 1, the latest iteration of its comprehensive design software suite. Featuring an array of interactive features and advanced tools, Vectorworks 2025 is set to transform how designers visualize and execute their creative visions and is a true sight to behold at every design stage.