6 | SMOOTH JAZZ NEWS Publisher and Managing Editor Melanie Maxwell Operations & Distribution Manager Craig Collier Contributors Ken Capobianco Cashmira Darcy Peters Copy Editors JoAnn Armke Barbara Knox Brad Sondak Graphic Design Gina Mancini Heather McKay Contributing Photographers Cover photo: Lori Stoll Pat Benter Cooper Hardwick Harper Hardwick Airic Lewis Lori Stoll Smooth Jazz News 5519 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., #134 San Diego, CA 92117 858-541-1919 smoothjazznews@aol.com www.smoothjazznews.com We will publish ve issues of Smooth Jazz News in 2025: February-March, April-May, June-July, August-September and October-November-December. The publisher assumes no responsibility for claims or actions of its advertisers. Opinions expressed herein are not necessarily those of the publisher, staff or advertisers. No portion of this publication may be reproduced in any form without prior written permission from the publisher. ©2025, Smooth Jazz News | All rights reserved Smooth-Jazz News/123513291125001 @SmoothJazzNews 8 Notes from the Publisher The journalism industry rewards our writers for their work 10 Andréa Lisa A wonderfully assured singer-guitarist graces summer stages 13 DISCover New Music New tunes for your summer soundtrack 14 Catalina Island JazzTrax Festival Travel Planning Guide How to get there and where to stay during this fall’s festival 16 Peter White Composing, cruising and concerts energize the renowned guitar stylist. He says he can’t do this forever, but he’s going to try! South Coast Winery Resort & Spa offers a jazz enthusiast’s dream getaway. In addition to its Rhythm on the Vine Jazz Concert Series and great wine, this Temecula, California, venue features private suites and villas, an award-winning restaurant, full-service spa and poolside dining. For information on this and other events happening in August and September, check out our calendar section, beginning on page 20. CONTENTS 20 Calendar of smooth jazz events Concerts, festivals and brunches nationwide 29 Smooth Jazz News subscription Receive five print issues of Smooth Jazz News in your mailbox 30 Cashmira’s Starguide Summer horoscopes 30 Book Review “Heartbreaker: a Memoir” by Mike Campbell with Ari Surdoval 31 Smooth Jazz News merchandise Stay festival-ready with our gear
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