Debbie Poryes - Jazz Pianist, Composer, Teacher: Links

YouTube: I am playing the first tune from my new DVD, a live solo piano concert I played in the summer of 2008. It's beautifully recorded and filmed by master engineer, Bruce Mishkit.
Origin/OA2 Records: This is the label for my 2010 quartet CD "Catch Your Breath" and also my upcoming duo CD with Bruce Williamson. This label was voted Jazzweek Label of the Year in 2009 at the JazzWeek Awards in NYC. The JazzWeek awards are voted on by several hundred members of the jazz industry including radio program directors, disc jockeys, program syndicators, satellite and cable broadcasters, record labels and promoters. I am very proud to be now in their catalogue!
The Berkeley Jazzschool: Susan Muscarella has created an incredible institution for the performance and teaching of jazz. There is a great variety of faculty and course offerings. The performance space is intimate, has a beautiful Steinway Grand, and truly delicious food and drink from the Jazzcaffe.
The Golandsky Institute: This is the organization devoted to the teaching of the Taubman Approach to piano technique. I have been studying this technique for 20 years, first with Nina Scolnik in Southern California, and now and for the last 13 years with John Bloomfield. I have had problems with wrist pain on and off since my early 20s and studying this technique and learning a more natural approach to playing the piano has not only allowed me to continue being a pianist, but also to make my sound rich and full. I am so grateful to the genius of Dorothy Taubman, and to Edna Golandsky who has carried her invaluable work forward.
Bruce Williamson Music: This is the site of my friend Bruce Williamson, who plays Alto and Soprano sax on my quartet CD "Catch Your Breath." He is a phenomenal musician in so many ways, creative, articulate, full of ideas and so much fun to be and play with. We have a new Duo CD coming out this April 2011 on the Origin/OA2 Records label and I can't wait for everyone to hear it.
Bill Douglass Bassist and Bamboo Flutist: Beautiful Soulful Bill....See the "bios" page.
Drummer David Rokeach: Listening, always searching David...See the "bios" page.
2009-Debbie is Interviewed: I am discussing the importance of hearing real and beautifully maintained pianos as well as promoting my 2009 concert at the Healdsburg Jazz Festival.
Groove Yard: This is a CD and record store at 5555 Claremont Ave between Telegraph and College in Oakland. You can purchase my CDs here. It is run by Rick Ballard, one of our local jazz heroes. Rick publishes an e-newsletter about the local jazz scene. Sign up for it at groove2@earthlink.net and support the Groove Yard by purchasing CDs and records there. He doesn't have a website, so call him at 510-655-8400. He is open daily!
Jazschool Books and Records: This is the music store at the Berkeley Jazzschool where you can purchase ALL my CDs. I buy my music paper there also! Call the Jazzschool for hours of operation
CD Baby: A good website for discovering independent musicians. Support art for art's sake!
Debbie Poryes 2007 E-presskit: This is my 2007 E-presskit designed by Kari Gaffney. I have to update this with my new 2010 Quartet CD! But I left it here becasue it's still nice to see.
Kari-On Productios: Kari Gaffney organized my print and internet publicity campaign for "A Song in Jazz" to get my CD out to jazz publications and critics. This was the first time I ever had help in this area and I am lucky to have worked with Kari. She is an absolute doll, very detail oriented and I've learned a lot from her the music business.
Deva Productions: Music and Production services of Bruce Mishkit. Bruce is a fantastic recording engineer. Because he is an excellent musician as well, he hears in detail. And, he is very articulate and willing to explain patiently about the equipment and other technical aspects of the recording process.
Lisa Reedy Promotions: Am I glad that my first experience with a radio promoter is with Lisa Reedy! She is a phenomenal worker who got my 2007 CD "A Song IN Jazz" into rotation on over 300 stations around the world. She kept almost daily email contact with me during the campaign and was always available by phone if I wanted to talk with her directly about some detail. And, she is easy to communicate with and has a great sense of humor.
Salvo Design: Ken Salvo's design services. When I first saw the cover that he designed for me, I was just knocked out by how beautiful and light hearted it was. He can design anything you need! He listens to what you want and is very easy to work with.
Rebecca Bogart Piano Studio: Rebecca is a fabulous classical pianist and amazing teacher. I learned many creative ideas from her about teaching. She is also a tireless advocate of the Taubman Approach to piano technique and really knows detailed applications in the classical literature.