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Greenleaf Music
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An artist-run record label owned and curated by Dave Douglas offering LPs, downloads, CDs, sheet music, a podcast, and subscriptions.
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Greenleaf Music will continue to provide label updates via our blog, Instagram, and Facebook. Please follow us on one or more of these platforms for further coverage!

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Greenleaf Music will continue to provide label updates via our blog, Instagram, and Facebook. Please follow us on one or more of these platforms for further coverage!

Blog: greenleafmusic.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/greenleafmus...
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dd.greenleaf...
May 13, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Composer and conductor David Sanford talked about what sparked his interest in writing for big bands and The Bob Newhart theme song when he stopped by A Noise from the Deep with Dave Douglas a few years ago.

Listen to the pod: greenleafmusic.com/anftd-94-dav...
May 8, 2025 at 6:08 PM
It's been just over a week since the release of Michael Sarian's 'Esquina'!

Alfredo Silletta from info135 writes, “Sarian once again demonstrates his passion for exploring new soundscapes, and he succeeds in doing so, consolidating his identity alongside a solid and creative group.”

lnk.to/esquina
May 5, 2025 at 3:51 PM
We're loving the passionate response to 'Moving Parts' by Kaisa's Machine! Here are some of our favorite quotes from recent reviews by Modern Drummer, Making a Scene, and All About Jazz.

'Moving Parts': lnk.to/KM-MovingParts
May 2, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Bandcamp is once again sharing all the money from sales with independent labels such as ours. We are grateful to them.

Take advantage of this moment to join us! Use code GLM25 to take 25% off everything in the Greenleaf Music store.

For more info: greenleafmusic.com/24hr-sale-2/
May 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM
FIVE YEARS OF 'DIZZY ATMOSPHERE'

It's been five years since the release of the Dave Douglas record 'Dizzy Atmosphere', a tribute to the great Dizzy Gillespie and an exploration of his experimental and wide open mind as well as the influence of his music.

davedouglas.bandcamp.com/album/dizzy-...
May 1, 2025 at 3:55 PM
Thank you to the ITG Recording Awards jury for honoring ‘GIFTS’, praising its “creative and ground-breaking approach to well-known Strayhorn compositions” and recognizing Douglas as “one of the most influential musicians of his generation.”

lnk.to/GLM_Gifts
April 30, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Dave Douglas and Michael Sarian discussed the use of pedals in live trumpet performance as well as Sarian’s brand new record ‘Esquina’ at our latest Greenleaf Music Label Hang.

Miss the hang? Don’t worry - this q&a session will be released as a live edition of ANFTD podcast.
April 29, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Michael Sarian's 'Esquina' features longtime collaborators Nathan Ellman-Bell, Marty Kenney, & Santiago Leibson, who put their "telepathic" connection to use to make a "sharp left turn taken with total control".

Thanks to Cast the Dice for the review, and thanks for listening!

lnk.to/esquina
April 28, 2025 at 4:50 PM
The all-new A Noise From The Deep LIVE Label Hang returns with another session exclusively for Tier 2 and 3 Subscribers.

Join Dave Douglas on Sunday, April 27 at 4:00pm EST for a live conversation with Michael Sarian, followed by an open Q&A.
April 26, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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‘Esquina’, the bold and expansive new album from trumpeter and composer Michael Sarian, is out now. Showcasing Sarian’s adventurous spirit and sonic curiosity, the record features Marty Kenney on bass, Nathan Ellman-Bell on drums, and Santiago Leibson on keyboards.

lnk.to/esquina
April 25, 2025 at 2:29 PM
We're delighted that Arun Ramamurthy Trio's 'New Moon' continues to attract listeners and reviews! Thanks to Kevin Wierzbicki at antiMusic for reviewing the "mesmerizing" record.

'New Moon': lnk.to/ART_NewMoon
April 24, 2025 at 4:39 PM
The critics think the new Kaisa's Machine record 'Moving Parts' is...

"Absolutely essential." - CultureJazz
"Swinging and unstoppable!" - TSFJazz
"Contemporary, exuberant, and highly recommended." - AllAboutJazz
"A brilliant showcase of immense talent." - ABC Australia

lnk.to/KM-MovingParts
April 23, 2025 at 7:03 PM
“Floating Ballerinas” is the third (and final) single from Michael Sarian’s forthcoming album ‘Esquina’. It is out today on Bandcamp and streaming, edited from the longer, full album version.

Listen now: lnk.to/floating_bal...
April 22, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Pianist and composer Manuel Valera talked about the influence of Kenny Wheeler on his big band arranging when he stopped by A Noise from the Deep with Dave Douglas a few years ago.

Listen to the full episode: greenleafmusic.com/anftd-88-man...
April 21, 2025 at 5:22 PM
This week, we celebrate the anniversary of two landmark Dave Douglas releases, 2006's expressive Dave Douglas Quintet record 'Meaning and Mystery' and 2014's eponymous Riverside record 'Riverside'.

Enjoy these snapshots of each respective band in action.
April 17, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Michael Sarian will soon hit the road in support of his forthcoming album ‘Esquina’. The live dates cover the east coast, midwest and Canada, including shows in Philadelphia, Washington DC, Chicago, Detroit, Quebec, Ontario and more.

Ticket info: greenleafmusic.com/on-tour-mich...
April 16, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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April is Jazz Appreciation Month. I was honored to recognize three extraordinary musicians—Ted Daniel, Ingrid Jensen and Dave Douglas—for their remarkable contributions to jazz. Thank you for the music, inspiration and joy you’ve created— and for all you’ve done to shape the future of jazz.
April 12, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Great to see continued appreciation for Kenny Wheeler Legacy's 'Some Days Are Better'!

Thanks to Takehiko Tokiwa from Intoxicate Mag for singling out the contributions the "finest comtemporary jazz musicians" have made to bring "precious works... vividly back to life".

lnk.to/KennyWheeler
April 14, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Have you heard Michael Sarian's cover of Portishead's 'Glory Box' yet?

Thanks to Robert Harris and Riley Haas for their respective single reviews!

Listen to the "extremely approachable" tune reinterpreted on Sarian's "cool heartbroken horn": lnk.to/glorybox
April 11, 2025 at 6:38 PM
On a brand new episode of ANFTD, Arun Ramamurthy talks about his recently released record ‘New Moon’ and Brooklyn Raga Massive, a confederation of musicians of diverse backgrounds who have conspired widely on new music projects.

Listen to the pod: greenleafmusic.com/anftd-123-ar...
April 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Kaisa’s Machine, the quintet led by Finnish bassist and composer Kaisa Mäensivu, has reached new heights on their latest record 'Moving Parts'.

But don't just take our word for it! Here's what the critics have to say:

Buy / Listen: lnk.to/KM-MovingParts
April 9, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The second single from Michael Sarian’s forthcoming album 'Esquina' is out now!

“Straight Trash” is a bold, improvisation-forward piece built around graphic scores and open structures that invite real-time collaboration and risk-taking.

Listen: lnk.to/straight_trash
April 8, 2025 at 2:29 PM
This Thursday at Dizzy's Club, experience the world premiere of Lives of the Saints, a captivating new song cycle celebrating ten extraordinary women who shaped history, featuring contributions from Dave Douglas and several other acclaimed musicians/writers.

ticketing.jazz.org/18381/18382
April 7, 2025 at 4:35 PM