Jaleel Shaw's Blog

Matana Roberts Alto Saxophonist and Composer Matana Roberts, originally from Chicago, IL, has been on the NYC for qu...

I have to first apologize for not being so much of a blogger lately. I'll try to get better at doing more posts, but I honestly can'...

One of my favorite musicians in the world passed on May 29th. He inspired me in so many ways.   His phrasing was perfect, he had am...

I can say as a musician, that sometimes you get so caught up in music and your career that you don't realize how time is slipping by. Yo...

Those that know me know that I'm a fan of Tenor Saxophonist Mark Turner. I first heard him when I was in high school on a CD by Jimmy ...

Hey, It's been a while since I've posted anything, but it's been a crazy/busy year so far. Between the beginning of t...

I just met with a natural medicine doctor tonight that gave me a new diet and health tips. One things he said to me really hit home. He told...