Congratulations to Brad Mehldau, who received the prestigious Edison Jazz Music Award (the Dutch Grammy) in the Jazz International category for his latest Nonesuch release, his Trio's Live recording from New York's Village Vanguard. At the ceremony, held at the Frits Philipshall in Eindhoven, Netherlands, on November 28, Brad performed Lennon/McCartney's "Martha My Dear," which the Trio recording on their 2005 Nonesuch album, Day Is Done.
Congratulations to Brad Mehldau, who received the prestigious Edison Jazz Music Award at a ceremony last week. Brad picked up the prize in the Jazz International category for his latest Nonesuch release, his Trio's Live recording from New York's Village Vanguard. At the event, held at the Frits Philipshall in Eindhoven, Netherlands, on November 28, Brad performed his solo take on Lennon/McCartney's "Martha My Dear," which the Trio recording on their 2005 Nonesuch album, Day Is Done.
The Edison Award is considered the most important prize awarded by the Dutch music industry. Awarded since 1960, it is the oldest musical prize in the Netherlands and is comparable to the American Grammy Award. The Edison Jazz Music Awards recipients are chosen by an independent jury consisting of prominent expert in the field of jazz music.
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