Jazziz Reviews Variable Density Sound Orchestra
Jon Garelick reviews Garrison Fewell's Variable Density Sound Orchestra in the Summer 2009 issue of Jazziz. He writes, "Solos throughout the recording are eloquent rather than indulgent, and the 'density' of textures always remain lucid."

Eric Hofbauer Wins Mass. Cultural Council Artist Fellowship
We're incredibly proud to announce that our founder, Eric Hofbauer, has been honored with the 2009 Massachusetts Cultural Council Artist Fellowship in Music Composition. He plans to use the $10,000 cash award to compose new music for The Infrared Band, complete a new book on modern improvisation methods, and mix and master his forthcoming solo recording, American Fear.

Garrison Fewell Featured in DownBeat
Our own Garrison Fewell is featured in the June 2009 issue of DownBeat. The article, written by Shaun Brady, discusses Garrison's two recent CNM releases, The Lady of Khartoum (CNM 010) and Variable Density Sound Orchestra (CNM 014), as well as his long and distinguished career as a performer and educator.

Our Fifth Anniversary Celebrations Were A Big Success
Thanks to everyone who came out to support the label and its artists this spring in celebration of our fifth anniversary. It was great fun touring around New England sharing our music, especially the Creative Nation Music Festival in late March here in Boston. Thanks again!

Garrison Fewell and Ayn Inserto Releases Now Available
Our latest releases, guitarist/composer Garrison Fewell's Variable Density Sound Orchestra and The Ayn Inserto Jazz Orchestra's Muse are now officially available. Check out our Catalog page to learn more.