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The Jazz Session #578: Joel Frahm

2021-12-08 08:03:47 UTC

Saxophonist Joel Frahm is one of the warmest people I know AND he has one...

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The Jazz Session #577: Nadje Noordhuis

2021-12-01 08:03:36 UTC

Trumpeter Nadje Noordhuis hails from Australia but makes her home in New York, where she...

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The Insider #2: Booking Agent Mike Epstein

2021-11-30 08:03:38 UTC

Mike Epstein is the President and Founder of Epstein & Company, an international booking agency...

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His agency offers booking services for professional touring artists as well as value added services for those who need them including travel, logistics, advancing dates, and tour marketing. We chat about Mike’s <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.epsteinco.com/our-process">Artist Growth Process</a><img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/13.1.0/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" />, a unique process built around their individual clients’ biggest goals that focuses on maximising performance opportunities, increasing artist fees, and growing their fan base so they are free to focus on creating and performing. Mike’s MO for guiding his artists is also generously made available to any musicians who visit the Epstein & Co. website. Show Notes: Tracks Played: – Emmet Cohen: Future Stride – Banda Magda: El Pescador – Maria Schneider: Braided Together – Kat Edmonson: A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes – Cyrille Aimee: There’s A Lull In My Life Mentioned links: <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgIohSkJV5A&ab_channel=NewEnglandConservatory">Grow Your Art With Maria Schneider, Mike Epstein and Ann Braithwaite</a> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="https://soundcloud.com/speaking-of-the-arts">Speaking Of The Arts Podcast</a> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="https://www.youtube.com/c/EmmetCohen">Live From Emmet’s Place</a> <a style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="https://www.youtube.com/c/KatEdmonsonMusic/videos">The Kat Edmonson Show</a> “The Insider” is a spin-off series with monthly episodes. 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The Jazz Session #576: Daniel Garcia

2021-11-24 08:03:58 UTC

The Madrid-based pianist Daniel Garcia carries within him a deep sense of the history that...

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The Jazz Session #575: Luciana Souza

2021-11-17 08:03:48 UTC

Vocalist Luciana Souza grew up in a family of Bossa Nova innovators – her father,...

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The Jazz Session #574: John Hollenbeck

2021-11-10 08:03:08 UTC

John Hollenbeck is a drummer and percussionist possessed of a playful versatility and a virtuosic...

<img data-attachment-id="7177" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2021/11/10/the-jazz-session-574-john-hollenbeck/574-john-hollenbeck/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?fit=1889%2C1889&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1889,1889" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="574 John Hollenbeck" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-7177 aligncenter" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=1292%2C1292&ssl=1 1292w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?resize=936%2C936&ssl=1 936w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/574-John-Hollenbeck.jpg?w=1889&ssl=1 1889w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><a href="https://johnhollenbeck.com/">John Hollenbeck</a> is a drummer and percussionist possessed of a playful versatility and a virtuosic wit. Whether charting new territory with his long-standing Claudia Quintet or bringing to life popular songs for the Frankfurt Radio Big Band, he is forever seeking to surprise himself and his audiences. I caught up with John to discuss both his most recent, Grammy-nominated recording with the Frankfurt Radio Big Band, featuring guests Theo Bleckmann, Kate McGarry, and Gary Versace, and his new Claudia Quintet album “Evidence-based” which came out in September 2021 and features American poet Eileen Myles. Show Notes: Tracklisting: – Canvas – Knows Only God (God Only Knows) – Wichita Lineman – Evidence-Based – Diversity <a href="https://johnhollenbeck.bandcamp.com/">https://johnhollenbeck.bandcamp.com/</a> <a href="https://www.mcgill.ca/channels/channels/news/2020-2021-teaching-award-winner-john-hollenbeck-331406">Interview with John about his McGill Teaching Award</a> Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com/">The Respect Sextet</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a> Subscribe to The Jazz Session’s<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoCdrWUSAn-GBXogLJfbsxw"> YouTube Channel</a> Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">Patreon.</a> For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the business.

The Jazz Session #573: Artemis (Renee Rosnes, Allison Miller, Ingrid Jensen)

2021-11-03 07:03:35 UTC

Named for the Olympian goddess of the hunt and the wild, Artemis is a superlative...

<img data-attachment-id="7172" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2021/11/03/the-jazz-session-573-artemis-renee-rosnes-allison-miller-ingrid-jensen/573-artemis/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?fit=1890%2C1890&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1890,1890" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="573 Artemis" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-7172" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=1292%2C1292&ssl=1 1292w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?resize=936%2C936&ssl=1 936w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/573-Artemis.jpg?w=1890&ssl=1 1890w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Named for the Olympian goddess of the hunt and the wild, <a href="https://artemisband.com/home">Artemis</a> is a superlative sextet, an international affair, with members hailing from the U.S., Canada, Israel and Japan. The all-star group features pianist and musical director Renee Rosnes, tenor saxophonist Nicola Glover, clarinetist Anat Cohen, trumpeter Ingrid Jensen, bassist Noriko Ueda, drummer Allison Miller, and featured vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant. Their debut album was released on Blue Note Records in September 2020 and, since then, the band has toured internationally, showcasing their high-wire interplay and pure joy. I was spoilt with the opportunity to interview not one, not two, but three of the members of Artemis at once-a dream scenario for any interviewer. Here’s my conversation with Renee, Ingrid and Allison. Show Notes: Tracklisting: – Step Forward – The Sidewinder – Cry Buttercup Cry – Goddess of the Hunt – Big Top Artemis self-titled album is out on <a href="https://www.bluenote.com/artist/artemis/#:~:text=ARTEMIS%20is%20a%20jazz%20supergroup,Blue%20Note%20Records%20in%202020.">Blue Note Records</a> now Upcoming Tour dates: Koerner Hall, Toronto, Canada-November 12, 2021 NJPAC, Newark, USA (double bill with Dianne Reeves)-November 13, 2021 Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com/">The Respect Sextet</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a> Subscribe to The Jazz Session’s<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoCdrWUSAn-GBXogLJfbsxw"> YouTube Channel</a> Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">Patreon.</a> For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the business.

The Jazz Session #572: Remy Le Boeuf

2021-10-27 07:03:39 UTC

Remy Le Boeuf is a Grammy-nominated composer and saxophonist whose music is rooted in the...

<img data-attachment-id="7166" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2021/10/27/the-jazz-session-572-remy-le-boeuf/572-remy-le-boeuf/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?fit=1893%2C1893&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1893,1893" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="572 Remy Le Boeuf" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-7166" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=1292%2C1292&ssl=1 1292w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?resize=936%2C936&ssl=1 936w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/572-Remy-Le-Boeuf.jpg?w=1893&ssl=1 1893w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> <a href="http://www.remyleboeuf.com/">Remy Le Boeuf</a> is a Grammy-nominated composer and saxophonist whose music is rooted in the jazz tradition while drawing on various influences, ranging from contemporary classical sounds to indie rock energy. His jazz orchestra “Assembly of Shadows” is a dazzling vehicle both for Remy’s compositions and arrangements, and his voice as a saxophonist. The 20-piece ensemble releases its second album “Architecture of Storms”, featuring guests Dayna Stephens and Julia Easterlin, on 5th November 2021. I caught up with Remy ahead of the release to ask him about his influences, process, and just exactly how he juggles manning a large ensemble (hats off to all big band leaders, everywhere). Show Notes: Tracklisting: – Secondhand Smile – Minnesota, WI – The Melancholy Architecture of Storms – Rumpus – Neener Never Remy’s <a href="http://www.remyleboeuf.com/shows">Upcoming Tour dates</a>: The Jazz Gallery, New York-November 5 Vibrato, Los Angeles-November 23 Architecture of Storms comes out on 5 November 2021 on SoundSpore Records Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com/">The Respect Sextet</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a> Subscribe to The Jazz Session’s<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoCdrWUSAn-GBXogLJfbsxw"> YouTube Channel</a> Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">Patreon.</a> For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the business.

The Jazz Session #571: Maria Schneider

2021-10-20 07:03:20 UTC

Maria Schneider is a multiple Grammy Award winner and a recent Pulitzer Prize finalist in...

<img data-attachment-id="7149" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2021/10/20/the-jazz-session-571-maria-schneider/571-maria-schneider/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?fit=1893%2C1893&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1893,1893" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="571 Maria Schneider" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-7149 aligncenter" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=1292%2C1292&ssl=1 1292w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?resize=936%2C936&ssl=1 936w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/571-Maria-Schneider.jpg?w=1893&ssl=1 1893w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> <a href="https://mariaschneider.com/">Maria Schneider</a> is a multiple Grammy Award winner and a recent Pulitzer Prize finalist in Music for her 2020 double album “Data Lords.” She was last a guest on The Jazz Session a decade ago and to think that she hadn’t yet released her 2013 collaborative album with soprano Dawn Upshaw and the Australian Chamber Orchestra, “Winter Morning Walks”, OR her shimmering, somewhat biographical record 2015’s “The Thompson Fields”. Anyone who is lucky to work with or know Maria, knows that her attention to detail is meticulous, her musicianship second to none, and her warmth and generosity immense. We talked about her towering new double album, her collaboration with David Bowie, and what award recognition means to her. Here is our conversation-a privilege and delight for a fangirl like me. Show Notes: Tracks played: – Braided Together – Walking By Flashlight – Sue – A World Lost – Sanzenin – Look Up <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVNEtZZJVU4&ab_channel=JazzTimesVideos">Maria talks about streaming services with JazzTimes at the Newport Jazz Festival, 2017</a> Data Lords is available now on <a href="https://www.artistshare.com/Projects/Experience/1/510/1/Maria-Schneider-Data-Lords?v=2">ArtistShare</a> Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com/">The Respect Sextet</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a> Subscribe to The Jazz Session’s<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoCdrWUSAn-GBXogLJfbsxw"> YouTube Channel</a> Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">Patreon.</a> For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the business.

The Jazz Session #570: Mandisi Dyantyis

2021-10-13 07:03:23 UTC

Mandisi Dyantyis is a South African trumpeter and vocalist hailing from Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth)...

<img data-attachment-id="7158" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2021/10/13/the-jazz-session-570-mandisi-dyantyis/570-mandisi-dyantyis/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?fit=1892%2C1892&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1892,1892" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="570 Mandisi Dyantyis" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-7158 aligncenter" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=1292%2C1292&ssl=1 1292w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?resize=936%2C936&ssl=1 936w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/570-Mandisi-Dyantyis.jpg?w=1892&ssl=1 1892w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.facebook.com/mandisidyantyis/">Mandisi Dyantyis</a> is a South African trumpeter and vocalist hailing from Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth) in the Eastern Cape. I should be impartial and journalistic in my description of all my guests but I’ve never been one to favour professionalism over enthusiasm. Mandisi is one of my favourite South African musicians and composers. A self-proclaimed “choir boy”, he finally released his debut album “Somandla” in 2018 after decades working as the musical director for Isango Ensemble. The wait was worth it. He manages to balance superb songwriting, with classic jazz improvisation, and a live performance energy which inevitably results in audience members singing along, getting up off their seats to dance, so moved by the music. His concerts sell out in seconds (I’m not exaggerating here) and the degree to which he’s adored by South African audiences is both awesome and richly deserved. So I was very eager to have Mandisi on the podcast, in an attempt to share his music with many more people. Show Notes: Tracks played: – Kuse Kude – Molweni – Molo Sisi – Somandla – Ingoma Yenkedama – Ndimthanda Somandla is <a href="https://music.apple.com/gb/album/somandla/1440476891">available online</a> South African musicians mentioned: <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/71N9TXfexGfLXxPDJec5iE">Nomfundo Xaluva</a> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://soundcloud.com/bokani-dyer">Bokani Dyer</a> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.thandintuli.com/">Thandi Ntuli</a> Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com/">The Respect Sextet</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a> Subscribe to The Jazz Session’s<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoCdrWUSAn-GBXogLJfbsxw"> YouTube Channel</a> Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">Patreon.</a> For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the business.

The Jazz Session #569: Kate McGarry & Keith Ganz

2021-10-06 07:03:15 UTC

Kate McGarry and Keith Ganz are partners both in life and music. The musical result...

<div class="_2TO-components-SimpleRichTextEditor--paragraphElement" data-block="true" data-editor="8hd42" data-offset-key="avqop-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="avqop-0-0"> <img data-attachment-id="7068" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/569-kate-mcgarry-keith-ganz/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?fit=1891%2C1891&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1891,1891" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="569 Kate McGarry, Keith Ganz" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-7068 aligncenter" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=1292%2C1292&ssl=1 1292w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?resize=936%2C936&ssl=1 936w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/569-Kate-McGarry-Keith-Ganz.jpg?w=1891&ssl=1 1891w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://katemcgarry.com/">Kate McGarry </a>and <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="http://keithganz.com/">Keith Ganz</a> are partners both in life and music. The musical result of such a kinship is incredibly rich and rare and spans many albums. Their latest record, “What To Wear In The Dark”, was ten years in the making and delicately chronicles world events from the past several years, including the US presidential election to the Sandy Hook tragedy and more. During a stretch of life which included “loss of health, home, and tribe” as Kate put it, the couple discovered a guiding light in the music of their youth. Thus this offering balances out the two sides of the coin of life, which is all at once immensely challenging and at times heartbreaking yet joyous and, ultimately, hopeful. I chatted to Kate and Keith about the process of making this album, a literal labour of love, with minimal barking interjections from their dog, Juno. Show Notes: Tracks played: – Both Sides Now – Here Comes The Sun – God Moves On The City – Barrytown – On The Road To Find Out – Dancing In The Dark What To Wear In The Dark was released on <a href="https://resiliencemusic.com/">Resilience Music Alliance</a> on 3 September 2021 </div> </div> <div class="_2TO-components-SimpleRichTextEditor--paragraphElement" data-block="true" data-editor="8hd42" data-offset-key="80ahd-0-0"> <div class="public-DraftStyleDefault-block public-DraftStyleDefault-ltr" data-offset-key="80ahd-0-0"> Theme music by <a style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a> Subscribe to The Jazz Session’s<a style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoCdrWUSAn-GBXogLJfbsxw"> YouTube Channel</a>Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">Patreon.</a> For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. 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The Insider #1: Publicist Lydia Liebman

2021-09-30 07:03:31 UTC

Lydia Liebman is the founder and president of Lydia Liebman Promotions, a leading PR agency...

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Her current roster includes artists like the Baylor Project, Somi, Ted Nash and Glenn Close (yes, THAT Glenn Close), and labels like Dot Time Records and Whirlwind Recordings. Lydia regularly lectures about PR and other music industry-related topics and has spoken at several higher education institutions including The Royal Academy of Music in London and Berklee College of Music in Boston. Lydia joined me to talk about artist’s understanding of the press process, how to play The Grammy “game”, and how optimism is her chosen outlook on life and being a publicist. Show Notes: Tracks Played: – <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="http://davidliebman.com/home/">Dave Liebman</a>: Mr Day – <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://lydialiebman.com/index.php/2021/07/22/new-release-kirk-lightsey-returns-to-solo-piano-on-i-will-never-stop-loving-you-due-out-september-3-2021-via-jojo-records/">Kirk Lightsey</a>: I’ll Never Stop Loving You – <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://lailabiali.com/">Laila Biali:</a> Wendy’s Song – <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="http://www.spanishharlemorchestra.com/">Spanish Harlem Orchestra</a>: Yo Te Prometo – <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.jazz.org/JLCO/ted-nash/">Ted Nash, featuring Wayne Brady and Glenn Close:</a> Creation Part I – <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.thebaylorproject.com/">The Baylor Project</a>: Strivin’ Artists mentioned: <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.racheleckroth.com/">Rachel Eckroth</a>, “The Garden” is out now <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.daratucker.net/">Dara Tucker,</a> “Dreams of Waking: Music For A Better World” is out now <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://www.thanalexa.com/">Thana Alexa</a>, “Ona” is out now <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://charlesmcpherson.com/">Charles McPherson</a> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="http://www.terrygibbs.net/">Terry Gibbs</a> <a class="_4X_-components-SimpleRichTextEditor-components-LinkSpan--linkSpan" href="https://sajevoices.com/">säje</a> “The Insider” is a spin-off series with monthly episodes for Patreon members at the $10/month tier made available a month before the general public has access to them. If you would like to support The Jazz Session, please do consider becoming a Patreon member over at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>

The Jazz Session #568: Lars Danielsson

2021-09-29 07:03:27 UTC

Lars Danielsson is a stalwart of the Swedish jazz scene, capturing the very best of...

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The Jazz Session #567: Miho Hazama

2021-09-22 07:03:45 UTC

Grammy-nominated composer, Miho Hazama is one of the most promising and talented composers/arrangers of her...

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The Jazz Session #566: Terence Blanchard

2021-09-15 07:03:07 UTC

Terence Blanchard is one of jazz’s most esteemed trumpeters and defies expectations by creating a...

<img data-attachment-id="7043" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2021/09/15/the-jazz-session-566-terence-blanchard/566-terence-blanchard/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?fit=1400%2C1400&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1400,1400" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="566 Terence Blanchard" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-7043 aligncenter" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?resize=1292%2C1292&ssl=1 1292w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?resize=936%2C936&ssl=1 936w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/566-Terence-Blanchard.jpg?w=1400&ssl=1 1400w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> <a href="http://www.terenceblanchard.com/">Terence Blanchard</a> is one of jazz’s most esteemed trumpeters and defies expectations by creating a spectrum of artistic pursuits. He’s a twice-Oscar nominated film composers, and a two-time opera composer whose most recent opera “Fire Shut Up in My Bones” opens New York’s Metropolitan Opera season on 27 September 2021. A month ago, on the 27th August, Terence released his new album Absence on Blue Note Records. It features his synth-inflected band E-Collective and the acclaimed Turtle Island Quartet and pays homage to the life and music of the great Wayne Shorter. Terence was in the middle of rehearsing the opera in NYC when we chatted about jazz, opera, film scoring, and the lasting effect of great teachers. Show Notes: Tracks played: – Absence – Diana – The Second Wave – Excerpt from “Champion” performed by the Washington National Opera – When It Was Now – Perry Mason Official Soundtrack, “Home Alone” Absence was released on 27 August 2021 on <a href="https://www.bluenote.com/news/">Blue Note Records</a> Fire Shut Up In My Bones runs at The Met in NYC from 27 September till 23 October 2021 Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a> Subscribe to The Jazz Session’s<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoCdrWUSAn-GBXogLJfbsxw"> YouTube Channel</a> Support The Jazz Session by becoming a member at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejazzsession">Patreon.</a> For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus episode of “The Insider”, a spin-off interview series where Nicky chats to jazz industry insiders (broadcasters, artist agents, label heads, journalists) about the nuts and bolts of the music biz and the artists who inspire them.

The Jazz Session #565: Gretchen Parlato

2021-09-08 07:03:14 UTC

Gretchen Parlato burst onto the scene in 2004, when she won the Thelonious Monk Institute...

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The Jazz Session #564: Dave Liebman

2021-09-01 17:00:52 UTC

Saxophonist and NEA Jazz Master Dave Liebman was last on The Jazz Session in 2010...

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The Jazz Session: Meet The New Host!

2021-08-04 07:03:47 UTC

Here’s the big announcement!

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The Jazz Session’s Biggest News EVER

2021-07-07 07:03:42 UTC

That’s a dramatic headline, but I think the news in this mini episode is worth...

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The Jazz Session #563: Gian Slater

2021-06-30 07:03:56 UTC

Vocalist Gian Slater‘s most recent album is Grey is Ground. In this interview, Slater talks...

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The Jazz Session #562: Sarah Wilson

2021-06-23 07:03:28 UTC

Trumpeter and vocalist Sarah Wilson has a new album coming out in July 2021 called...

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The Jazz Session #561: Anna Webber

2021-06-16 07:03:08 UTC

Saxophonist and flute player Anna Webber has a new double album called Idiom (Pi Recordings)....

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The Jazz Session #560: Sunna Gunnlaugs

2021-06-09 07:03:02 UTC

Pianist Sunna Gunnlaugs was once the only professional female jazz musician in Iceland. In this...

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The Jazz Session #559: Nnenna Freelon

2021-06-02 07:03:32 UTC

Vocalist Nnenna Freelon‘s new album, her first in a decade, is called Time Traveler. In...

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The Jazz Session #558: Lauren Lee

2021-05-26 14:58:56 UTC

Pianist and vocalist Lauren Lee‘s intimate new solo album is called The Queen Of Cups....

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The Jazz Session #557: Helen Gillet

2021-05-19 07:03:40 UTC

Cellist Helen Gillet has a new album with woodwind player Jeff Coffin (interview) called Let...

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The Jazz Session #556: Satoko Fujii (2008)

2021-05-05 18:47:36 UTC

We dive into the vault this week for episode #47 from October 2008. Here’s what...

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The Jazz Session #555: Sana Nagano

2021-04-28 07:03:51 UTC

Violinist Sana Nagano‘s new album is Smashing Humans. In this interview, Nagano talks about her...

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The Jazz Session #554: Roxana Amed

2021-04-21 07:03:16 UTC

Argentinian vocalist Roxana Amed just released Ontology. In this interview, Amed talks about moving to...

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The Jazz Session #553: Alexa Tarantino

2021-04-14 07:03:26 UTC

Saxophonist and flute player Alexa Tarantino has a new album on Posi-Tone Records called Firefly....

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The Jazz Session #552: Barbara Dennerlein (2009)

2021-04-07 16:45:26 UTC

I’m in Auburn, Alabama this week and we’re stepping into the TJS Time Machine to...

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The Jazz Session #551: Marilyn Crispell (2009)

2021-03-31 08:04:43 UTC

This week on The Jazz Session, take a trip back into the archives for this...

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The Jazz Session #550: Jen Shyu

2021-03-24 07:03:42 UTC

Vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and multimedia artist Jen Shyu‘s new album comes out on April 23, 2021....

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The Jazz Session #549: Laila Biali

2021-03-17 07:03:09 UTC

Laila Biali just received a JUNO nomination for her 2020 album Out Of Dust, released...

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The Jazz Session #548: Sara Caswell

2021-03-10 08:03:42 UTC

Violinist Sara Caswell has played with everyone from Esperanza Spalding to Brad Mehldau to Bruce...

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The Jazz Session #547: Chloe Rowlands

2021-03-03 08:00:36 UTC

Trumpeter Chloe Rowlands is part of The Westerlies, a brass quartet whose most recent album...

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The Jazz Session #546: Claire Daly

2021-02-24 08:03:29 UTC

Ride Symbol Records recently reissued saxophonist and flautist Claire Daly‘s 2008 album Rah! Rah! The...

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The Jazz Session #545: Jihye Lee

2021-02-17 08:30:41 UTC

Composer Jihye Lee‘s sophomore album is called Daring Mind. In this interview, we trace Lee’s...

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The Jazz Session #544: Rachel Eckroth

2021-02-10 09:00:31 UTC

Keyboardist and vocalist Rachel Eckroth just released a new duo recording with her husband Tim...

<img data-attachment-id="6680" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2021/02/10/the-jazz-session-544-rachel-eckroth/tjs544_rachel_eckroth/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?fit=600%2C600&ssl=1" data-orig-size="600,600" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="tjs544_rachel_eckroth" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6680" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/tjs544_rachel_eckroth.png?w=600&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Keyboardist and vocalist Rachel Eckroth just released a new duo recording with her husband Tim Lefebvre (<a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/15/the-jazz-session-472-tim-lefebvre/">interview</a>) called The Blackbird Sessions Vol. 1. In this interview, Eckroth talks about her evolution as a vocalist and keyboardist; the origins of this duo recording; her work with Rufus Wainwright; her upcoming projects; and more. You can hear more of her performances with Lefebvre at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/LiveFromBlackbird">their Patreon page</a>. The track “Moot Points” mentioned in the interview is <a href="https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/alassaneracheleckrothandtimlefebvre/moot-points">here</a>. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. I’m now living in a van and traveling the country, so I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #543: Laurie Pepper

2021-02-03 08:05:05 UTC

Laurie Pepper is back on the show to talk about the 11th volume in her...

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The Jazz Session #542: Yoko Miwa

2021-01-27 08:00:51 UTC

Pianist Yoko Miwa‘s new album, Songs Of Joy, comes out on February 12, 2021. In...

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The Jazz Session #541: Lara Driscoll of the Firm Roots Duo

2020-12-16 09:00:42 UTC

Lara Driscoll is half of the Firm Roots Duo, a two-piano ensemble also featuring her...

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The Jazz Session #540: Yelena Eckemoff

2020-12-09 22:04:01 UTC

Pianist Yelena Eckemoff is a prolific composer. In this interview, she talks about Nocturnal Animals,...

<img data-attachment-id="6656" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/12/09/the-jazz-session-540-yelena-eckemoff/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?fit=600%2C600&ssl=1" data-orig-size="600,600" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="tjs540_yelena_eckemoff" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6656" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/tjs540_yelena_eckemoff.png?w=600&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Yelena Eckemoff is a prolific composer. In this interview, she talks about Nocturnal Animals, which came out earlier this year, and Adventures Of The Wildflower, which comes out in March 2021. Eckemoff also talks about incorporating poetry and prose and art into her musical presentations; the path from idea to composition; and much more. Technical note: This is the first episode I recorded in my van, so you may detect some slight audio differences from previous episodes. I’ll iron out those imperfections as I travel. Thanks for your patience. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. Now I’m doing it in a van as I travel the United States. I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #539: Tomoko Omura

2020-12-02 09:00:00 UTC

Violinist Tomoko Omura‘s latest album is Branches, Vol. 1. In this interview, she talks about...

<img data-attachment-id="6649" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/12/02/the-jazz-session-539-tomoko-omura/branches-3000x3000-album-cover/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C2560&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2560,2560" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"Perfection V33\/V330","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="Branches 3000×3000 Album Cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6649" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C2048&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=1568%2C1568&ssl=1 1568w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Branches-3000x3000-Album-Cover-scaled.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Violinist Tomoko Omura‘s latest album is Branches, Vol. 1. In this interview, she talks about the album’s sonic landscape; how she drew from Japanese folktales to write the music; the gorgeous artwork by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinestheartist/">Trina Hines</a>; and a lot more. Be sure to also <a href="https://youtu.be/qjRSNWzgIXs">watch the illustrated music video for “Revenge of the Rabbit.”</a> / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. By the time you hear this episode, I’ll be living in a van and traveling the country. I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #538: Miki Yamanaka

2020-11-26 02:20:08 UTC

Pianist Miki Yamanaka‘s new album is Human Dust Suite. In this interview, Yamanaka talks about...

<img data-attachment-id="6635" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/11/25/the-jazz-session-538-miki-yamanaka/miki/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?fit=1000%2C1000&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1000,1000" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"1587304957","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="miki" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6635" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/miki.jpg?w=1000&ssl=1 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Miki Yamanaka‘s new album is Human Dust Suite. In this interview, Yamanaka talks about the artwork that inspired the suite; how she left a graduate program in seismology in Japan to become a jazz pianist in New York; why she chose the specific players who accompany her on the album; and more. CONCERT NOTE: Miki Yamanaka is playing with Philip Harper at Smalls Jazz Club this Saturday, November 28, 2020 at 5 pm and 7 pm ET. You can attend in person, or else stream the show anywhere at <a href="https://www.smallslive.com">https://www.smallslive.com</a>. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. As I prepare to head out on the road in a van (which will also be my home) to record interviews, I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #537: Dr. Colleen Clark

2020-11-18 09:00:08 UTC

Drummer and educator Dr. Colleen Clark is the first woman to receive a Doctor of...

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The Jazz Session #536: Champian Fulton

2020-11-04 09:00:12 UTC

Champian Fulton’s new album, Birdsong, is a tribute to Charlie Parker’s 100th birthday. The album...

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The Jazz Session #535: Allegra Levy

2020-10-29 05:02:03 UTC

Vocalist Allegra Levy‘s new album is Lose My Number: Levy Sings McNeil (SteepleChase, 2020). On...

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The Jazz Session #534: Natalie Cressman

2020-10-21 19:06:23 UTC

Trombonist and vocalist Natalie Cressman has released an album and a single with Brazilian guitarist...

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The Jazz Session #533: Sara Serpa

2020-10-14 09:00:10 UTC

Vocalist Sara Serpa confronts the history of Portuguese colonialism in Angola on her new album...

<img data-attachment-id="6599" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/10/14/the-jazz-session-533-sara-serpa/serpa_recognition_cover/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C2560&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2560,2560" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="Serpa_Recognition_Cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6599" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C2048&ssl=1 2048w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Serpa_Recognition_Cover-scaled.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Vocalist Sara Serpa confronts the history of Portuguese colonialism in Angola on her new album Recognition. In this interview, she talks about her family’s experiences as both colonizers and resistance fighters; the formation of the unique ensemble that plays the music on the album; how she created the film which the music accompanies; and a forthcoming project based on the work of author Emmanuel Iduma. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. As I prepare to head out on the road in a van (which will also be my home) to record interviews, I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #532: Angelica Sanchez

2020-10-08 02:34:17 UTC

Pianist Angelica Sanchez has a new duet album with pianist Marilyn Crispell (interview) called How...

<img data-attachment-id="6595" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/10/07/the-jazz-session-532-angelica-sanchez/cover_sanchez_how_to_turn_the_moon/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?fit=1470%2C1470&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1470,1470" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6595" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Cover_Sanchez_How_to_Turn_the_Moon.jpg?w=1470&ssl=1 1470w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Angelica Sanchez has a new duet album with pianist Marilyn Crispell (<a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2009/04/09/the-jazz-session-52-marilyn-crispell/">interview</a>) called How To Turn The Moon. In this interview, Sanchez talks about her lifelong admiration of Crispell’s playing; the intricacies of the piano duet; her interest in neuroscience and the work of artist Santiago Ramón y Cajal; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. As I prepare to head out on the road in a van (which will also be my home) to record interviews, I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #531: Christine Correa

2020-09-23 08:00:16 UTC

Vocalist Christine Correa‘s new album with pianist Ran Blake is When Soft Rains Fall. It’s...

<img data-attachment-id="6590" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/09/23/the-jazz-session-531-christine-correa/when-soft-rains-fall-cover/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?fit=1669%2C1481&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1669,1481" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="When Soft Rains Fall – Cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?fit=250%2C222&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?fit=400%2C355&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6590" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?resize=250%2C222&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="222" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?resize=250%2C222&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?resize=400%2C355&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?resize=768%2C681&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?resize=1536%2C1363&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/When-Soft-Rains-Fall-Cover.jpg?w=1669&ssl=1 1669w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Vocalist Christine Correa‘s new album with pianist Ran Blake is When Soft Rains Fall. It’s a tribute to Billie Holiday’s seminal recording Lady In Satin. In this interview, Correa talks about her longtime relationship with Blake and how that informed the recording process; why she encourages her students to put down the sheet music and use their ears; her upcoming projects; and the vulnerability, anger and strength found in the vocalists who’ve inspired her. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. As I prepare to head out on the road in a van (which will also be my home) to record interviews, I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #530: Leni Stern

2020-09-16 08:00:16 UTC

Guitarist Leni Stern has spent years collaborating with musicians from other cultures and musical styles,...

<img data-attachment-id="6580" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/09/16/tjs-530-leni-stern/cover-leni-stern-4/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?fit=1500%2C1500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1500,1500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="cover Leni Stern – 4" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6580" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cover-Leni-Stern-4.jpg?w=1500&ssl=1 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Guitarist Leni Stern has spent years collaborating with musicians from other cultures and musical styles, particularly with musicians from Senegal and Mali. On her latest album, 4, Stern continues that work, and adds Argentinian keyboardist Leo Genovese into the mix. In this interview, Stern talks about how she started studying west African music; adapting her own playing to the rhythmic needs of the music; her varied musical partners; and the return of some live music to New York City. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians on The Jazz Session since 2007. As I prepare to head out on the road in a van (which will also be my home) to record interviews, I need your support more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly bonus episode called Track of the Week, plus early access to every show. For $10 a month you’ll get all that plus an extra monthly bonus show. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my biweekly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #529: Jamie Baum

2020-09-09 14:38:38 UTC

Flute player Jamie Baum talks about her experiences as a New-York-based jazz musician during the...

<img data-attachment-id="6572" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/09/09/the-jazz-session-529-jamie-baum/baumcollage/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?fit=1024%2C943&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1024,943" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="baumcollage" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?fit=250%2C230&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?fit=400%2C368&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6572" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?resize=250%2C230&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="230" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?resize=250%2C230&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?resize=400%2C368&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?resize=768%2C707&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baumcollage.png?w=1024&ssl=1 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Flute player <a href="https://jamiebaum.com/">Jamie Baum</a> talks about her experiences as a New-York-based jazz musician during the pandemic. She also sheds light on her experiments with South Asian music; appreciation vs. appropriation; her various composing projects; and some upcoming album releases. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #528: Cat Toren

2020-09-02 08:00:37 UTC

Welcome to the premiere of season 13 of The Jazz Session! This episode begins with...

<img data-attachment-id="6569" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/09/02/the-jazz-session-528-cat-toren/05-200609b/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?fit=1500%2C1500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1500,1500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="05 – 200609B" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6569" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/05-200609B.jpg?w=1500&ssl=1 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Welcome to the premiere of season 13 of The Jazz Session! This episode begins with some big news before turning to pianist Cat Toren and her new album, Scintillating Beauty. In this interview, Toren talks about the genesis of the new record; sound healing; bringing a child into the world; her upcoming projects; and the challenge of navigating online spaces. / / / As you’ll hear in this episode, I need your support now more than ever. Please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a weekly Track of the Week episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

TJS Summer Hiatus 2020: Shadows And Light with Dwight

2020-07-30 19:18:10 UTC

In this episode, Dwight from Eat The Rich joins me to talk about Joni Mitchell’s...

<img data-attachment-id="6564" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/07/30/tjs-summer-hiatus-2020-shadows-and-light-with-dwight/tjshiatus1/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?fit=1389%2C1200&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1389,1200" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="tjshiatus1" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?fit=250%2C216&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?fit=400%2C346&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6564" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?resize=250%2C216&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="216" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?resize=250%2C216&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?resize=400%2C346&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?resize=768%2C663&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/tjshiatus1.png?w=1389&ssl=1 1389w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> In this episode, Dwight from Eat The Rich joins me to talk about Joni Mitchell’s 1980 live album Shadows And Light. The album features Pat Metheny, Lyle Mays, Michael Brecker, Jaco Pastorius, Don Alias, and The Persuasions. We talk about some of the highlights of the record and play excerpts. Then we talk about the current economic state of the jazz world, and what the future might bring. You’ll also learn more about Dwight’s show, Eat The Rich. You can follow <a href="https://twitter.com/rhinosoros">Dwight</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/EatTheRichPod">Eat The Rich</a> on Twitter, and <a href="https://www.patreon.com/EatTheRich">support ETR on Patreon</a>. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #527: Ben Goldberg

2020-06-24 08:00:35 UTC

Since the beginning of quarantine, clarinetist Ben Goldberg has been recording a new piece of...

<img data-attachment-id="6558" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/06/24/the-jazz-session-527-ben-goldberg/plague/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?fit=1200%2C994&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1200,994" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="plague" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?fit=250%2C207&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?fit=400%2C331&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6558" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?resize=250%2C207&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="207" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?resize=250%2C207&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?resize=400%2C331&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?resize=768%2C636&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plague.jpg?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Since the beginning of quarantine, clarinetist Ben Goldberg has been recording a new piece of music each day in a project called <a href="https://ben-goldberg--bag-production-records.bandcamp.com/album/plague-diary">Plague Diary</a>. In this interview, Goldberg talks about why he started this project; how Steve Lacy helped him articulate an artistic vision; the influence of poet/educator/prophet Allen Grossman; and much more. / / / This is the final episode of season 12. If you’d like to get the members-only that will be released during the summer hiatus in July and August, please become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. New regular episodes of The Jazz Session will resume in September 2020. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #526: Jeff Albert

2020-06-17 08:00:14 UTC

Trombonist Jeff Albert‘s new live record is called Unanimous Sources. In this interview, we talk...

<img data-attachment-id="6545" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/06/17/the-jazz-session-526-jeff-albert/a2713008154_10/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1200,1200" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="a2713008154_10" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6545" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/a2713008154_10.jpg?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Trombonist Jeff Albert‘s new live record is called Unanimous Sources. In this interview, we talk about the various musical buttons pushed by this band; making music fun; the many other projects Jeff is involved with; the forward-thinking music program at Loyola University New Orleans; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #525: Chad Taylor

2020-06-10 08:00:46 UTC

Drummer Chad Taylor‘s latest record is a collaboration with saxophonist Brian Settles and pianist Neil...

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The Jazz Session #524: Erik Deutsch

2020-06-03 08:00:39 UTC

Keyboardist Erik Deutsch has a new album called Live At Lunatico. In this interview, he...

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The Jazz Session #523: Henry Hey

2020-05-27 08:00:18 UTC

Henry Hey and his band Forq have a new album called Four. In this interview,...

<img data-attachment-id="6529" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/05/27/the-jazz-session-523-henry-hey/forqcover/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?fit=1516%2C1512&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1516,1512" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="forqcover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6529" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?resize=768%2C766&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/forqcover.jpg?w=1516&ssl=1 1516w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Henry Hey and his band Forq have a new album called Four. In this interview, Hey talks about the history of Forq; big stacks of keyboards; his work with David Bowie and George Michael; and a lot more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

TJS Extra: Dinner With Jimmy Cobb

2020-05-25 22:48:50 UTC

Back in 1996 I was lucky to have dinner with Jimmy Cobb in a small...

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The Jazz Session #522: Wendy Eisenberg

2020-05-20 08:00:56 UTC

Guitarist, vocalist, and other-instruments-ist Wendy Eisenberg has released a wealth of music in recent years,...

<img data-attachment-id="6517" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/05/20/the-jazz-session-522-wendy-eisenberg/wendy/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?fit=1667%2C1667&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1667,1667" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"1442710489","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="wendy" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6517" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/wendy.jpg?w=1667&ssl=1 1667w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Guitarist, vocalist, and other-instruments-ist Wendy Eisenberg has released a wealth of music in recent years, each album in a distinct soundworld from every other. In this interview, Eisenberg talks about projects including <a href="http://wendyeisenberg.bandcamp.com/album/dehiscence-2020">Dehiscence</a>, <a href="https://wendyeisenberg.bandcamp.com/album/its-shape-is-your-touch">Its Shape Is Your Touch</a>, <a href="https://wendyeisenberg.bandcamp.com/album/time-machine-2">Time Machine</a>, <a href="https://editrix.bandcamp.com/album/talk-to-me">Talk To Me</a> (by their collaborative band Editrix), and more. We also learn why western Massachusetts is a magical gateway to the universe. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #521: Brian Landrus

2020-05-13 08:00:50 UTC

Woodwind player Brian Landrus‘s new album, For Now, comes out on May 15, 2020. In...

<img data-attachment-id="6513" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/05/13/the-jazz-session-521-brian-landrus/landrus/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/landrus.jpg?fit=562%2C505&ssl=1" data-orig-size="562,505" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="landrus" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/landrus.jpg?fit=250%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/landrus.jpg?fit=400%2C359&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6513" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/landrus.jpg?resize=250%2C225&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="225" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/landrus.jpg?resize=250%2C225&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/landrus.jpg?resize=400%2C359&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/landrus.jpg?w=562&ssl=1 562w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Woodwind player Brian Landrus‘s new album, For Now, comes out on May 15, 2020. In this interview, Landrus talks about making an album with strings; how upheaval in his personal life led to the music on For Now; the influence of Bob Brookmeyer on his writing; a future big band project; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #520: Andy Milne

2020-05-06 08:00:18 UTC

Pianist Andy Milne has just released his first trio album, The ReMission (Sunnyside Records, 2020),...

<img data-attachment-id="6505" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/05/06/the-jazz-session-520-andy-milne/a0878794510_10/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1200,1200" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="a0878794510_10" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6505" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/a0878794510_10.jpg?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Andy Milne has just released his first trio album, The ReMission (Sunnyside Records, 2020), featuring bassist John Hébert and drummer Clarence Penn. In this interview, Milne talks about finally deciding to make a trio record; how the album coincided with both his fight against cancer and a new job at the University of Michigan; life during the pandemic; his thoughts on McCoy Tyner; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #519: Eric Hofbauer

2020-04-29 08:00:01 UTC

Guitarist Eric Hofbauer recently released Book of Fire (Creative Nation Music, 2020), the second in...

<img data-attachment-id="6487" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/04/29/the-jazz-session-519-eric-hofbauer/book-of-fire-front-cover-300dpi-1/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?fit=1500%2C1500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1500,1500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6487" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Book-of-Fire-front-cover-300dpi-1.jpg?w=1500&ssl=1 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Guitarist <a href="https://www.erichofbauer.com/">Eric Hofbauer</a> recently released Book of Fire (Creative Nation Music, 2020), the second in what will be a five-album series centered on the five aspects of the Chinese philosophy wu xing. In this interview, Hofbauer talks about the first two albums in the series; how he and bassist Tony Leva broadened their instrumental palettes for this latest record; why he chose to include recordings of James Baldwin; the pandemic in Boston; and much more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #518: Remembering Henry Grimes

2020-04-22 08:00:27 UTC

Bassist and poet Henry Grimes died on April 15, 2020 from complications due to Covid-19....

<img data-attachment-id="6482" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/04/22/the-jazz-session-518-remembering-henry-grimes/grimescover/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/grimescover.png?fit=466%2C354&ssl=1" data-orig-size="466,354" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="grimescover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/grimescover.png?fit=250%2C190&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/grimescover.png?fit=400%2C304&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6482" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/grimescover.png?resize=250%2C190&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="190" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/grimescover.png?resize=250%2C190&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/grimescover.png?resize=400%2C304&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/grimescover.png?w=466&ssl=1 466w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Bassist and poet Henry Grimes died on April 15, 2020 from complications due to Covid-19. In this episode, I read one of Henry’s poems and a poem I wrote for Henry. After that, pianist Carmen Staaf recalls her relationship with Grimes. The final section is a previously unaired 2008 interview with Henry Grimes recorded at the Jazz At The Lake festival in Lake George, NY. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #517: Angela Davis

2020-04-15 08:00:06 UTC

Saxophonist Angela Davis‘s latest recording is Little Did They Know (ABC Jazz, 2019). In this...

<img data-attachment-id="6476" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/04/15/the-jazz-session-517-angela-davis/cover-4/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?fit=1400%2C1400&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1400,1400" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6476" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.jpg?w=1400&ssl=1 1400w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Saxophonist Angela Davis‘s latest recording is Little Did They Know (ABC Jazz, 2019). In this interview, Davis talks about moving home to Australia and becoming part of the Melbourne jazz scene; how she came to make this record with Tony Gould and Sam Anning; the stories behind the tunes on the album; life in Australia during the pandemic; and much more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #516: Brenda Earle Stokes

2020-04-08 08:00:24 UTC

The new album by Brenda Earle Stokes is Solo Sessions, Vol. 1. In this interview,...

<img data-attachment-id="6473" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/04/08/the-jazz-session-516-brenda-earle-stokes/cover-3/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?fit=1033%2C970&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1033,970" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?fit=250%2C235&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?fit=400%2C376&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6473" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?resize=250%2C235&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="235" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?resize=250%2C235&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?resize=400%2C376&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?resize=768%2C721&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cover.png?w=1033&ssl=1 1033w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> The new album by Brenda Earle Stokes is Solo Sessions, Vol. 1. In this interview, Stokes talks about this unexpected album; learning 700 songs in 11 weeks on a cruise ship; life in NYC during the pandemic; the idea of the depressed artist; the opportunity for optimism; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Thank you to the latest members: Arthur Kahwa, David Smith, Ron, Peter De Backer, and Rich Nichols. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #515: Remembering Ellis Marsalis (2009 Interview)

2020-04-02 04:37:18 UTC

We just lost Ellis Marsalis. Earlier this week we lost Wallace Roney. I think we’ll...

<img data-attachment-id="6468" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/04/02/the-jazz-session-515-remembering-ellis-marsalis-2009-interview/ows_146611529148859/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?fit=2000%2C1328&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2000,1328" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="ows_146611529148859" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?fit=250%2C166&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?fit=400%2C266&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6468" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?resize=250%2C166&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="166" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?resize=250%2C166&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?resize=400%2C266&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?resize=768%2C510&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?resize=1536%2C1020&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/ows_146611529148859.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> We just lost Ellis Marsalis. Earlier this week we lost Wallace Roney. I think we’ll be adding more names to the list before all this is over. I’m sharing this 2009 interview with Ellis as a way to honor his memory. Take care of each other, OK? Ellis Marsalis is more than the father of four famous sons. He’s an acclaimed pianist and educator in his own right, and his musical history has covered a lot of ground. Homecoming (ELM Records, 2009), his new CD, is a mix of old and new, combining a reissue of 1985 duet session with saxophonist Eddie Harris, and new music recorded in 2009 with fellow New Orleanian pianist Jonathan Batiste. In this interview, Marsalis talks about how his time in the Marines helped build his piano chops; how he got his gig with trumpeter Al Hirt; and what makes New Orleans “fertile ground” for a jazz musician.

The Jazz Session #514: Yoko Miwa

2020-03-18 08:00:12 UTC

Pianist Yoko Miwa‘s most recent album is Keep Talkin’. In this interview, Miwa talks about...

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The Jazz Session #513: Nick Finzer

2020-03-11 08:00:13 UTC

Cast Of Characters (Outside in Music, 2020) is the latest album from trombonist, composer and...

<img data-attachment-id="6456" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/03/11/the-jazz-session-513-nick-finzer/cast-of-characters-digital-cover3000/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C2560&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2560,2560" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="Cast of Characters Digital Cover3000" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6456" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1536&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C2048&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Cast-of-Characters-Digital-Cover3000-scaled.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Cast Of Characters (Outside in Music, 2020) is the latest album from trombonist, composer and record label owner Nick Finzer. In this interview, Finzer talks about writing this ambitious suite of music; about how we incorporate and transcend our influences; his long-running band; and his decision to start a record label. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Thanks to Arthur Kahwa for joining since the previous episode. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

TJS Bonus: Richard Scheinin on McCoy Tyner

2020-03-07 01:52:40 UTC

To honor the passing of McCoy Tyner, I’m making this members-only episode from December into...

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The Jazz Session #512: Lynne Arriale

2020-03-04 19:35:34 UTC

Pianist Lynne Arriale‘s new album is Chimes of Freedom (Challenge Records, 2020). The record is...

<img data-attachment-id="6448" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2020/03/04/the-jazz-session-512-lynne-arriale/cover-shervin-lainez/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C2539&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2560,2539" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="COVER Shervin Lainez" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?fit=250%2C248&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?fit=400%2C397&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6448" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez.jpg?resize=250%2C248&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="248" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?resize=250%2C248&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?resize=400%2C397&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C762&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1523&ssl=1 1536w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C2031&ssl=1 2048w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVER-Shervin-Lainez-scaled.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Lynne Arriale‘s new album is Chimes of Freedom (Challenge Records, 2020). The record is a direct reply to our current American sociopolitical environment. In this interview, Arriale talks about speaking truth to power; mortality and the artistic process; her work as an educator; and a lot more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Theme music by <a href="http://respectsextet.com">The Respect Sextet</a> Logo by Dave Vrabel Intro voice: <a href="http://hearchucknow.com">Chuck Ingersoll</a> Follow The Jazz Session on <a href="http://twitter.com/jazzsesh">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/thejazzsession">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://facebook.com/thejazzsession">Facebook</a>. Subscribe to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/newslettersignup/">my twice-monthly newsletter</a>.

The Jazz Session #511: Terry Teachout on Duke Ellington

2020-02-26 09:00:20 UTC

Terry Teachout is the author of Duke: A Life of Duke Ellington (Penguin, 2013). In...

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The Jazz Session #510: Kim Nazarian (New York Voices)

2020-02-19 09:00:41 UTC

New York Voices are celebrating more than three decades together with their new album Reminiscing...

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The Jazz Session #509: Chris Dingman

2020-02-12 09:00:17 UTC

Vibraphonist Chris Dingman‘s new album, Embrace, comes out on March 6, 2020. In this interview,...

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The Jazz Session #508: Jerome Jennings

2020-02-05 09:00:25 UTC

On Solidarity, drummer Jerome Jennings pays tribute to the courage of African-American women activists. In...

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The Jazz Session #507: Dayna Stephens

2020-01-29 09:00:10 UTC

Saxophonist Dayna Stephens has three new records coming out in the first half of 2020,...

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The Jazz Session #506: David Torn

2020-01-22 09:00:31 UTC

Tranceportation Vol. 1 (RareNoiseRecords, 2019) is the first of two new albums from guitarist David...

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The Jazz Session #505: Brian Charette

2020-01-15 14:05:51 UTC

Brian Charette‘s new solo organ album is called Beyond Borderline (SteepleChase, 2019). In this interview...

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The Jazz Session #504: Gordon Grdina

2020-01-08 09:00:04 UTC

Gordon Grdina is a guitarist and oud player with many different irons in the fire....

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The Jazz Session #503: Jason Palmer

2020-01-01 09:00:52 UTC

Trumpeter Jason Palmer is a busy man. He’s about to release a new quartet record,...

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The Jazz Session #502: Cooper-Moore (2009)

2019-12-18 09:00:55 UTC

In this archive interview from December 2009 (updated with a new intro), Cooper-Moore talks about...

<figure id="attachment_6393" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-6393" style="width: 250px" class="wp-caption alignnone"><img data-attachment-id="6393" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/12/18/the-jazz-session-502-cooper-moore-2009/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?fit=2000%2C1500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2000,1500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="(Photo by Peter Ganushkin) " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?fit=250%2C188&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?fit=400%2C300&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="size-medium wp-image-6393" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?resize=250%2C188&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="188" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?resize=250%2C188&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?resize=400%2C300&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/smaller_cooper-moore_by_peter_gannushkin-01_copy.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-6393" class="wp-caption-text">(Photo by Peter Ganushkin)</figcaption></figure> In this archive interview from December 2009 (updated with a new intro), Cooper-Moore talks about his childhood days as the town musician; why he feels that playing music is far more than a profession; how and why he began creating his own instruments; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Big thanks to Ron Weinstock for becoming a member.

The Jazz Session #501: Roberta Piket

2019-12-11 09:00:39 UTC

Pianist Roberta Piket recorded an entire album of her husband Billy Mintz’s compositions as a...

<img data-attachment-id="6388" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/12/11/the-jazz-session-501-roberta-piket/piket/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?fit=1427%2C1400&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1427,1400" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"1481904514","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="piket" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?fit=250%2C245&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?fit=400%2C392&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6388" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?resize=250%2C245&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="245" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?resize=250%2C245&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?resize=768%2C753&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?resize=400%2C392&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/piket.jpg?w=1427&ssl=1 1427w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist <a href="http://robertajazz.com/">Roberta Piket</a> recorded an entire album of her husband Billy Mintz’s compositions as a surprise birthday gift for him. Now we’re all receiving a present, because Piket decided to release the record, which is called Domestic Harmony – Piket Plays Mintz (Thirteenth Note Records, 2019). In this interview, Piket talks about the recording process; Mintz’s reaction on hearing the record; her approach to solo piano; and, interestingly, the actor Brent Spiner. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Big thanks to Russell Archibald for becoming a member.

The Jazz Session #500: Sheila Jordan

2019-12-04 09:00:29 UTC

The Jazz Session celebrates its 500th episode with NEA Jazz Master Sheila Jordan. In this...

<img data-attachment-id="6362" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/12/04/the-jazz-session-500-sheila-jordan/sheila/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?fit=462%2C462&ssl=1" data-orig-size="462,462" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="sheila" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6362" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/sheila.png?w=462&ssl=1 462w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> The Jazz Session celebrates its 500th episode with NEA Jazz Master <a href="https://www.sheilajordanjazz.com/">Sheila Jordan</a>. In this interview, Jordan talks about how a nickel changed her life; her early years on 52nd Street with Charlie Parker; her work with Steve Swallow and the poetry of Robert Creeley; her approach to ballads and teaching; and more. A Special Note: Five hundred episodes. Twelve years. The Jazz Session is, if I do say so myself, a one-of-a-kind archive of the past decade and more of this music. Hundreds of hours of stories by the people who create the music we love. I started this show in 2007 with no idea what I was doing, other than knowing I loved interviewing jazz musicians and thought other people might like it, too, if this whole podcasting thing ever caught on. When I started this show my older son was 4 and my younger son was not yet 1. Now both are over 6’ tall and one is about to start college. And through all these years, all the moves, all the life changes, The Jazz Session has kept going. Now the question becomes, how much further can it go? And the only person who can answer that question is you. I’m only able to make this show because people like you make the switch from listeners to members. I’d like to be able to do so much more with The Jazz Session: more in-person interviews, more festival coverage, more travel. That’s possible only if you decide that you value this show enough to support it. If you do, go to <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a> and become a member for $5 or $10 a month. You’ll get bonus episodes, early access to every show, and more. Thank you for being here all these years. Now, become a part of the next 500 episodes by becoming a member.

TOMORROW…

2019-12-03 16:27:42 UTC

The Jazz Session #499: Jane Bunnett

2019-11-27 09:00:16 UTC

Multi-instrumentalist Jane Bunnett and her band Maqueque have a new album called On Firm Ground/Tierra...

<img data-attachment-id="6356" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/11/27/the-jazz-session-499-jane-bunnett/cover-2/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?fit=3000%2C3000&ssl=1" data-orig-size="3000,3000" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="Cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6356" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cover.jpg?w=2808&ssl=1 2808w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Multi-instrumentalist <a href="http://www.janebunnett.com/">Jane Bunnett</a> and her band Maqueque have a new album called On Firm Ground/Tierra Firme (2019, Linus Entertainment). In this interview, Bunnett talks about the long and often difficult process of assembling a band of women from Cuba; the collaborative spirit that emerged from their shared struggle; the music on the new record; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #498: Steve Kuhn (2009)

2019-11-20 09:00:03 UTC

This week we’re stepping into the wayback machine for a 2009 interview with pianist Steve...

<img data-attachment-id="6351" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/11/20/the-jazz-session-498-steve-kuhn-2009/steve/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?fit=578%2C577&ssl=1" data-orig-size="578,577" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"1574197439","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="steve" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6351" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/steve.jpg?w=578&ssl=1 578w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> This week we’re stepping into the wayback machine for a 2009 interview with pianist Steve Kuhn about his album Mostly Coltrane (ECM, 2009). Kuhn worked with Coltrane for several weeks in the early 60s. In this interview, Kuhn talks about Coltrane, the Lenox School of Jazz, his composing methods, and the support he received early on from Bill Evans. He also discusses the sacrifices he made in pursuit of his musical vision. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Big thanks to Mark Redmond, the newest member of the show.

The Jazz Session #497: John Medeski

2019-11-13 09:00:59 UTC

John Medeski has many irons in the fire, one of which is his new project...

<img data-attachment-id="6344" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/11/13/the-jazz-session-497-john-medeski/tserddfsadfasdgfasd/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?fit=2400%2C2380&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2400,2380" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="tserddfsadfasdgfasd" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?fit=250%2C248&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?fit=400%2C397&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6344" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?resize=250%2C248&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="248" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?resize=250%2C248&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?resize=768%2C762&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?resize=400%2C397&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/tserddfsadfasdgfasd.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> <a href="https://www.johnmedeski.com/">John Medeski</a> has many irons in the fire, one of which is his new project Mad Skillet, featuring guitarist Will Bernard, sousaphonist Kirk Joseph and drummer Terence Higgins (the latter two from the <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2009/11/13/the-jazz-session-109-dirty-dozen-brass-band-roger-lewis/">Dirty Dozen Brass Band</a>). In this interview, Medeski talks about the new album Mad Skillet; how honesty fuels his music and his sound; and the many projects he’s working on at the moment. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album. Big thanks to Jon Lost, the newest member of the show.

The Jazz Session #496: Andrés Vial

2019-11-06 09:00:38 UTC

Gang of Three is the new album from Montreal-based pianist Andrés Vial. In this interview,...

<img data-attachment-id="6338" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/11/06/the-jazz-session-496-andres-vial/gang-of-three-cover/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?fit=1469%2C1469&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1469,1469" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"1561126828","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="Gang of Three cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6338" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gang-of-Three-cover.jpg?w=1469&ssl=1 1469w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Gang of Three is the new album from Montreal-based pianist <a href="http://www.andresvialmusic.com/">Andrés Vial</a>. In this interview, Vial talks about the relationship between Thelonious Monk, Bud Powell and Elmo Hope that inspired the album; how he ended up in the studio with Dezron Douglas and Eric McPherson; creating an instrumental piece from the words of a poem; and more. / / / I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #495: Taylor Ho Bynum

2019-10-30 08:00:13 UTC

Taylor Ho Bynum just released The Ambiguity Manifesto (2019, Firehouse 12 Records), an album featuring...

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The Jazz Session #494: Francesco Guerri

2019-10-23 08:00:53 UTC

Italian cellist Francesco Guerri has a new solo cello album on RareNoise Records called Su...

<img data-attachment-id="6322" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/10/23/the-jazz-session-494-francesco-guerri/fg_sumnss_1500/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?fit=1500%2C1500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1500,1500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="FG_SUMNSS_1500" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6322" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/FG_SUMNSS_1500.jpg?w=1500&ssl=1 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Italian cellist <a href="http://www.francescoguerri.com/">Francesco Guerri</a> has a new solo cello album on RareNoise Records called Su Mimmi non si spara! (“Don’t shoot Mimmi!”) In this interview, Guerri talks about the path from improvisation to composition; how a chance meeting brought him back to the cello in a new way; why he wants his music to reflect the truths of life; and more. I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #493: Dor Herskovits

2019-10-16 08:00:52 UTC

Drummer Dor Herskovits is on two new albums: Flying Elephants (with his own quintet) and...

<img data-attachment-id="6317" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/10/16/the-jazz-session-493-dor-herskovits/befunky-collage/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?fit=3264%2C3264&ssl=1" data-orig-size="3264,3264" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="BeFunky-collage" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6317" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/BeFunky-collage.jpg?w=2808&ssl=1 2808w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Drummer <a href="https://dorherskovits.com/">Dor Herskovits</a> is on two new albums: Flying Elephants (with his own quintet) and Easy Listening (with the collective band Earprint). In this interview, Herskovits talks about the genesis of both bands; the use of humor in music; how his son’s impending birth inspired a song and a story; and more. I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #492: Ryan Keberle

2019-10-09 08:00:12 UTC

Trombonist Ryan Keberle and his band Catharsis released a new album this summer called The...

<img data-attachment-id="6307" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/10/09/the-jazz-session-492-ryan-keberle/the-hope-i-hold-album-cover/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?fit=866%2C866&ssl=1" data-orig-size="866,866" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="The Hope I Hold album cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6307" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/The-Hope-I-Hold-album-cover.png?w=866&ssl=1 866w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Trombonist <a href="http://ryankeberle.com/">Ryan Keberle</a> and his band Catharsis released a new album this summer called The Hope I Hold (Greenleaf Music). The band features Camila Meza (interview <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2011/10/31/the-jazz-session-320-camila-meza/">1</a>, <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2013/10/01/the-jazz-session-423-lee-konitz-and-camila-meza/">2</a>, <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/05/01/the-jazz-session-479-camila-meza/">3</a>), Jorge Roeder, Eric Doob, and Scott Robinson. In this interview, Keberle talks about the sociopolitical inspirations for the new record; the challenges of listening and ways to get better at it; and how he’s kept this band working steadily since its inception in 2011. I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #491: Perry Smith

2019-10-02 08:00:12 UTC

Guitarist Perry Smith releases his new album, Live In Brooklyn, on October 11, 2019. The...

<img data-attachment-id="6301" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/10/02/the-jazz-session-491-perry-smith/live_in_brooklyn_cover/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?fit=1400%2C1400&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1400,1400" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="Live_in_Brooklyn_cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6301" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Live_in_Brooklyn_cover.jpg?w=1400&ssl=1 1400w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Guitarist <a href="http://perrysmithmusic.com/">Perry Smith</a> releases his new album, Live In Brooklyn, on October 11, 2019. The album features Melissa Aldana (<a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2012/10/15/the-jazz-session-413-melissa-aldana/">interview</a>) on saxophone, Matt Aronoff on bass, and Jay Sawyer on drums. In this interview, Perry talks about the jam session as a form of community building; using his musical success for good causes; how his jam session became grant-funded; and his upcoming tour, which begins October 10 with a CD release party at Smalls in Manhattan. I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #490: Caroline Davis

2019-09-25 08:00:53 UTC

In May, saxophonist and vocalist Caroline Davis released an album called Alula on New Amsterdam...

<img data-attachment-id="6294" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/09/25/the-jazz-session-490-caroline-davis/a0952315857_10/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1200,1200" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="a0952315857_10" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6294" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/a0952315857_10.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> In May, saxophonist and vocalist <a href="http://www.carolinedavis.org/">Caroline Davis</a> released an album called Alula on New Amsterdam Records. Later this week, she and Rob Clearfield will drop a new record called Anthems on Sunnyside. In this interview, Davis traces the path from The Sibley Guide To Birds to Alula; talks about music cognition; and explains how being a global citizen has changed her approach to music. Big thanks to the most recent members of The Jazz Session: David Beckman, Euan Preston and Nick Spencer, and to Richard Kamins and Colleen Kennedy, both of whom upgraded their membership. I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #489: Jane Monheit

2019-09-18 08:00:05 UTC

It’s been 20 years since the release of Jane Monheit‘s first album, Never Never Land....

<img data-attachment-id="6288" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/09/18/the-jazz-session-489-jane-monheit/monheit/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?fit=1500%2C1500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1500,1500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="monheit" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6288" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/monheit.jpg?w=1500&ssl=1 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> It’s been 20 years since the release of <a href="http://janemonheitonline.com/">Jane Monheit</a>‘s first album, Never Never Land. This week (September 19-21, 2019) Jane is at the Iridium in New York City to celebrate that anniversary. In this interview, we talk about the early days of her career; touring as a homeschooling mom; maintaining good vocal technique; and more. I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session #488: Noah Preminger

2019-09-11 08:00:13 UTC

Saxophonist Noah Preminger‘s new album is Zigsaw: Music Of Steve Lampert. In this interview, Preminger...

<img data-attachment-id="6281" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/09/11/the-jazz-session-488-noah-preminger/zigsaw-cover/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?fit=2000%2C2000&ssl=1" data-orig-size="2000,2000" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="zigsaw-cover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6281" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?w=2000&ssl=1 2000w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/zigsaw-cover.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Saxophonist <a href="https://www.noahpreminger.com/">Noah Preminger</a>‘s new album is Zigsaw: Music Of Steve Lampert. In this interview, Preminger talks about the fascinating creative and recording processes that resulted in this new record; the many albums he’s released in recent years; his future touring and recording plans; and more. You’ll find a previous interview with Noah <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2011/04/18/the-jazz-session-258-noah-preminger/">here</a>, and one with composer Steve Lampert <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2016/01/14/the-jazz-session-456-steve-lampert/">here</a>. I’ve been recording conversations with jazz musicians since 2007. I think it’s important work that deserves public support. I’d also like to be able to do it for my living. If you agree that The Jazz Session is worth supporting, become a member today at <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>. For $5 a month you’ll get a monthly bonus episode, early access to every show, and a yearly gift. For $10 a month you get all that plus an extra bonus show exploring a classic jazz album.

The Jazz Session 2019 Summer Hiatus #1: Kind of Blue (Sound Logic)

2019-07-15 21:42:39 UTC

Welcome to the first summer hiatus episode of 2019! Earlier this year I was invited...

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TJS Patreon Bonus: June 2019 TEASER

2019-06-30 17:19:39 UTC

This episode features a roll call of all the current members of The Jazz Session,...

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The Jazz Session #487: Ashley Daneman (Season 11 Finale)

2019-06-26 09:00:28 UTC

Ashley Daneman‘s People Are Fragile (Flood Music, 2019) is one of the best albums of...

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The Jazz Session #486: Claudia Acuña

2019-06-19 09:00:40 UTC

Vocalist Claudia Acuña is back with Turning Pages, her first new album in a decade....

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Next time, on a very special episode of The Jazz Session…

2019-06-14 20:11:10 UTC

Convinced? Go to https://www.thejazzsession.com/join right now. Thanks!

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The Jazz Session #485: Allison Miller & Carmen Staaf

2019-06-12 09:00:20 UTC

Science Fair (Sunnyside Records, 2018) is the debut project from the team of drummer Allison...

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The Jazz Session #484: Brittany Anjou

2019-06-05 09:00:50 UTC

Pianist and composer Brittany Anjou has a new album called Enami?o Reciprokataj (Origin Records, 2019)....

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The Jazz Session #483: Nick Millevoi

2019-05-29 09:00:32 UTC

Twilight Time is the new album by guitarist Nick Millevoi and his Desertion Trio. The...

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The Jazz Session #482: Mark Dresser

2019-05-22 09:00:16 UTC

Bassist Mark Dresser‘s new septet album is Ain’t Nothing But A Cyber Coup & You....

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TJS Patreon Bonus: May 2019 Teaser!

2019-05-20 23:15:39 UTC

To hear the full bonus episode and to get early access to every show, join...

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The Jazz Session #481: Dafnis Prieto

2019-05-15 09:00:05 UTC

Drummer Dafnis Prieto won a Grammy for his 2018 big band album Back To The...

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The Jazz Session #480: Sam Newsome

2019-05-08 09:00:34 UTC

Soprano saxophonist Sam Newsome is about to release Chaos Theory: Song Cycles for Prepared Saxophone....

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The Jazz Session #479: Camila Meza

2019-05-01 09:00:10 UTC

Guitarist and vocalist Camila Meza’s latest album, Ámbar, comes out on May 31, 2019 on...

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The Jazz Session #478: Champian Fulton

2019-04-15 07:00:48 UTC

Pianist and vocalist Champian Fulton returns to the show to discuss her 10th album, The...

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The Jazz Session #477: Moppa Elliott

2019-04-01 09:00:43 UTC

Bassist Moppa Elliott is the founder of the band Mostly Other People Do The Killing....

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The Jazz Session #476: Mike Baggetta

2019-03-15 09:00:29 UTC

Guitarist Mike Baggetta’s new album is Wall Of Flowers (2019, BIG EGO Records). The album...

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The Jazz Session #475: Chris Greene

2019-03-01 10:00:08 UTC

Saxophonist Chris Greene just released PlaySpace, a live album recorded with his long-time band. In...

<img data-attachment-id="6137" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/03/01/the-jazz-session-475-chris-greene/greene/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?fit=700%2C700&ssl=1" data-orig-size="700,700" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="greene" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6137" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/greene.jpg?w=700&ssl=1 700w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Saxophonist Chris Greene just released PlaySpace, a live album recorded with his long-time band. In this interview, Greene talks about the music on the album and why he likes playing with his bandmates; funk, jazz, accessibility and secret handshakes; the musicians and bands who’ve influenced his approach to making music; and why it’s OK for people to enjoy shows. Learn more at <a href="https://chrisgreenejazz.com/">https://chrisgreenejazz.com/</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. You’ll receive a bonus episode packed full of cool stuff every month. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/30/tjs-patreon-bonus-january-2019/">Like this one</a>. Plus, 100 members = 3 episodes per month, and 200 members = weekly episodes! Let’s do this!

The Jazz Session #474: Brandee Younger

2019-02-15 10:00:10 UTC

Harpist Brandee Younger’s most recent record is Wax & Wane. In this interview, she talks...

<img data-attachment-id="6132" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/02/15/the-jazz-session-474-brandee-younger/brandee/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?fit=700%2C700&ssl=1" data-orig-size="700,700" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="brandee" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6132" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/brandee.jpg?w=700&ssl=1 700w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Harpist Brandee Younger’s most recent record is Wax & Wane. In this interview, she talks about the particular challenges of improvising on the harp; how she was introduced to improvised music and the trial by fire she faced from Kenny Garrett; her recording process; the great harpists who’ve gone before her; and more. Learn more at <a href="http://www.brandeeyounger.com/">http://www.brandeeyounger.com/</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. You’ll receive a bonus episode packed full of cool stuff every month. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/30/tjs-patreon-bonus-january-2019/">Like this one</a>. Plus, 100 members = 3 episodes per month, and 200 members = weekly episodes! Let’s do this!

The Jazz Session #473: Ben Wendel

2019-02-01 10:00:42 UTC

Saxophonist and bassoonist Ben Wendel’s latest album is The Seasons. The album began as a...

<img data-attachment-id="6119" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/02/01/the-jazz-session-473-ben-wendel/wendel/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wendel.jpg?fit=218%2C218&ssl=1" data-orig-size="218,218" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="wendel" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wendel.jpg?fit=218%2C218&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wendel.jpg?fit=218%2C218&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wendel.jpg?resize=218%2C218&ssl=1" alt="" width="218" height="218" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-6119" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wendel.jpg?w=218&ssl=1 218w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wendel.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/wendel.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 218px) 100vw, 218px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Saxophonist and bassoonist Ben Wendel’s latest album is The Seasons. The album began as a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYGtF7cNLhBdQ63_d9YZrZ-SVjjmVXTB9">series of YouTube duets</a>, which have now been recast for a full band. In this interview, Wendel talks about the origins of the video project; reaching people with music in the era of social media; his band Kneebody and their rock-band-like approach to touring; and the next things he’s working on. Learn more at <a href="http://benwendel.com">benwendel.com</a>. ON TOUR: Ben Wendel and The Seasons band are on tour Feb. 1-9, 2019. They start tonight (Feb. 1) in LA and finish in Chicago on Feb. 9. A complete list of tour dates is <a href="https://www.bandsintown.com/a/446418">here</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. You’ll receive a bonus episode packed full of cool stuff every month. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/30/tjs-patreon-bonus-january-2019/">Like this one</a>. Plus, 100 members = 3 episodes per month, and 200 members = weekly episodes! Let’s do this!

TJS Patreon Bonus: January 2019

2019-01-31 03:07:40 UTC

Welcome to the completely re-imagined bonus show for members of The Jazz Session! I’m really...

<img data-attachment-id="6105" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/30/tjs-patreon-bonus-january-2019/tjs-3/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tjs.jpg?fit=432%2C390&ssl=1" data-orig-size="432,390" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="tjs" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tjs.jpg?fit=250%2C226&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tjs.jpg?fit=400%2C361&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tjs.jpg?resize=250%2C226&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="226" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6105" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tjs.jpg?resize=250%2C226&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tjs.jpg?resize=400%2C361&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/tjs.jpg?w=432&ssl=1 432w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Welcome to the completely re-imagined bonus show for members of The Jazz Session! I’m really happy with how this turned out, and this is the general smorgasbord format I’ll be using going forward. This episode is going out on the main feed, too, as a means of encouraging YOU to <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">support The Jazz Session</a>. In this episode: <ul> <li><a href="http://www.danrubrightmusic.com/">Dan Rubright</a> reviews his Winter JazzFest experience, including sets featuring: Matthew Stevens, <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2012/10/11/the-jazz-session-412-aaron-parks/">Aaron Parks</a>, Tommy Crane, Taylor Eigsti, <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2011/08/25/the-jazz-session-304-carmen-staaf/">Carmen Staaf</a>, Jenny Scheinman, Allison Miller, Mathias Eick, <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2010/09/16/the-jazz-session-200-dave-liebman/">Dave Liebman</a>, <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2011/07/18/the-jazz-session-293-adam-rudolph/">Adam Rudolph</a>, Hamid Drake, and more. Dan also gives a few tips for folks who want to catch the festival in 2020.</li> <li>In an extra segment not heard on <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/15/the-jazz-session-472-tim-lefebvre/">TJS #472</a>, bassist Tim Lefebvre talks about some of the many projects he’s involved with as both a player and producer, and also about the role of a producer in the modern era.</li> <li>And finally I talk about Samm Henshaw, a British soul singer who’s on heavy rotation in my house these days.</li> </ul>

The Jazz Session #472: Tim Lefebvre

2019-01-15 10:00:12 UTC

Bassist Tim Lefebvre was a longtime member of the Tedeschi Trucks Band, and played on...

<img data-attachment-id="6101" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/15/the-jazz-session-472-tim-lefebvre/hat/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?fit=500%2C500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="500,500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="hat" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6101" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/hat.jpg?w=500&ssl=1 500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Bassist Tim Lefebvre was a longtime member of the Tedeschi Trucks Band, and played on David Bowie’s final album. Along with other members of the Tedeschi Trucks Band, he formed Whose Hat Is This?, an improvising collective. Their new album with MC and vocalist Kokayi is Everything’s OK. In this interview, Lefebvre talks about his many musical projects as both a bassist and a producer; working with David Bowie; adapting to musical situations; and more. Learn more at <a href="https://www.timlefebvremusic.com/">timlefebvremusic.com</a>.

The Jazz Session #471: Bobby Broom

2019-01-01 10:00:02 UTC

Guitarist Bobby Broom’s latest album is Soul Fingers (MRi, 2018). In this interview, Broom talks...

<img data-attachment-id="6096" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2019/01/01/the-jazz-session-471-bobby-broom/bobby/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?fit=500%2C500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="500,500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="bobby" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6096" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bobby.jpg?w=500&ssl=1 500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Guitarist Bobby Broom’s latest album is Soul Fingers (MRi, 2018). In this interview, Broom talks about his most recent tour with Steely Dan; the genesis of his new band; how he ended up working with producer Steve Jordan; and why he continues to find musical inspiration from the pop and rock songs of his youth. Learn more at <a href="http://bobbybroom.com">bobbybroom.com</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #470: Jean Rohe

2018-12-15 10:00:21 UTC

Singer-songwriter Jean Rohe’s new album is called Sisterly. In this interview, Rohe talks about art...

<img data-attachment-id="6083" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/12/15/the-jazz-session-470-jean-rohe/jr_cd_frontcover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?fit=3000%2C3000&ssl=1" data-orig-size="3000,3000" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px resize" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6083" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?w=1872&ssl=1 1872w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/JR_CD_FrontCover_2018_06_1400x1400px-resize.jpg?w=2808&ssl=1 2808w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Singer-songwriter Jean Rohe’s new album is called Sisterly. In this interview, Rohe talks about art and the patriarchy; our role in standing up for what’s right; songwriting and performance as tools of social change; and the very different sonic landscape of this new recording. Learn more at <a href="https://www.jeanrohe.com/">https://www.jeanrohe.com/</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #469: Wayne Horvitz

2018-12-01 10:00:00 UTC

Pianist and composer Wayne Horvitz has two new albums out: a trio recording called The...

<img data-attachment-id="6075" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/12/01/the-jazz-session-469-wayne-horvitz/wayne1/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1200,1200" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="wayne1" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6075" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne1.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /><img data-attachment-id="6076" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/12/01/the-jazz-session-469-wayne-horvitz/wayne2/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1200,1200" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="wayne2" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6076" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/wayne2.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist and composer Wayne Horvitz has two new albums out: a trio recording called The Snowghost Sessions (Songlines), and an orchestral album called Those Who Remain (National Sawdust Tracks). In this interview Horvitz talks about the unusual circumstances that led to the trio album; composing versus performing; working with Bill Frisell; and much more. Learn more at <a href="http://www.waynehorvitz.com/">http://www.waynehorvitz.com/</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #468: Walter Smith III

2018-11-15 10:00:16 UTC

Saxophonist Walter Smith III’s new album is called Twio. It features a program of standards...

<img data-attachment-id="6070" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/11/15/the-jazz-session-468-walter-smith-iii/twio/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?fit=1200%2C1200&ssl=1" data-orig-size="1200,1200" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="twio" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6070" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?resize=768%2C768&ssl=1 768w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?w=1200&ssl=1 1200w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/twio.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Saxophonist Walter Smith III’s new album is called Twio. It features a program of standards played by Smith with bassist Harish Raghavan and drummer Eric Harland. Smith is on a half-dozen albums coming out in the latter half of 2018, several of which are discussed in the interview. He also talks about his time at Berklee and how that influenced his career; the impact of working with masters such as Roy Haynes and Terence Blanchard; and how an ice cream social led to a major change in his life. Learn more at <A href="http://www.waltersmith3.com/">waltersmith3.com</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #467: Helen Sung

2018-11-01 09:00:51 UTC

Pianist Helen Sung‘s new album is Sung With Words, a collaboration with poet Dana Gioia...

<img data-attachment-id="6064" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/11/01/the-jazz-session-467-helen-sung/51bisjnwkrl-_ss500/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?fit=500%2C500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="500,500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="51bIsjNwkrL._SS500" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6064" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/51bIsjNwkrL._SS500.jpg?w=500&ssl=1 500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Helen Sung‘s new album is Sung With Words, a collaboration with poet Dana Gioia that features both spoken word and also Gioia’s words set to music. In this interview, Sung talks about how they met and decided to work together; why she is constantly trying to learn new skills; her faith and how it impacts her music; and her upcoming projects. Learn more at <a href="http://www.helensung.com/">helensung.com</a>. Concert Note: Catch the official release party for Sung With Words at The Jazz Standard in New York on Dec. 13, 2018. The band will be: Helen Sung (piano), Cecile McLorin Salvant (voice), Carolyn Leonhart (voice), John Ellis (saxophone), Ingrid Jensen (trumpet), Reuben Rogers (bass), Kush Abadey (drums), and Samuel Torres (percussion). <a href="http://www.jazzstandard.com/?event=20181213">Click for tickets</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #466: Stefon Harris

2018-10-15 09:00:44 UTC

Vibraphonist, educator and app developer Stefon Harris’s new album is Sonic Creed. In this interview,...

<img data-attachment-id="6060" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/10/15/the-jazz-session-466-stefon-harris/sonic/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?fit=500%2C500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="500,500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="sonic" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6060" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/sonic.jpg?w=500&ssl=1 500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Vibraphonist, educator and app developer Stefon Harris’s new album is Sonic Creed. In this interview, Harris discusses the responsibilities of his generation of musicians; how his album is an expression of the current state of African-American life in the U.S.; and why empathy is the focus of his life. Learn more at <a href="https://www.stefonharris.com/">stefonharris.com</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #465: Adi Meyerson

2018-10-01 09:00:36 UTC

Bassist Adi Meyerson grew up in Israel, discovered jazz in her late teens, got into...

<img data-attachment-id="6051" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/10/01/the-jazz-session-465-adi-meyerson/adimeyerson/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?fit=500%2C500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="500,500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="adimeyerson" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6051" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/adimeyerson.jpg?w=500&ssl=1 500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Bassist Adi Meyerson grew up in Israel, discovered jazz in her late teens, got into a conservatory for upright bass a few months after picking up the instrument, and then made her way to the New School in New York. Six years after moving to the US, she’s released her debut album, Where We Stand, and is a busy player in the New York scene. Learn more at <a href="http://www.adimeyersonmusic.com/">http://adimeyersonmusic.com</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">http://patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

TJS Patreon Bonus #001: Sonny Rollins’ Freedom Suite (Richard Kamins)

2018-09-29 22:52:23 UTC

This is the first bonus episode for Patreon subscribers! However, I’m releasing this one on...

<img data-attachment-id="6054" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/09/29/tjs-patreon-bonus-001-sonny-rollins-freedom-suite-richard-kamins/sonny-2/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?fit=600%2C600&ssl=1" data-orig-size="600,600" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="sonny" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6054" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sonny.jpg?w=600&ssl=1 600w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> This is the first bonus episode for Patreon subscribers! However, I’m releasing this one on the main feed so everyone can hear it and get an idea for what these will sound like. In this episode, writer, broadcaster and educator Richard Kamins talks about the album Freedom Suite by Sonny Rollins. You can read Richard’s excellent jazz reviews at <a href="http://steptempest.blogspot.com/">http://steptempest.blogspot.com/</a>. If you want to hear more conversations like this about the albums people dig, please <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">become a member</a> today. It’s just $5 a month and you’ll get a bonus episode each month plus more free stuff. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #464: Sara Gazarek

2018-09-15 09:00:13 UTC

Vocalist Sara Gazarek has been reinventing herself recently, and she’s about to release an album...

<img data-attachment-id="6043" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/09/15/the-jazz-session-464-sara-gazarek/sara-gazarek-10-web/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1" data-orig-size="300,300" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="sara-gazarek-10-web" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6043" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sara-gazarek-10-web.jpg?w=300&ssl=1 300w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Vocalist Sara Gazarek has been reinventing herself recently, and she’s about to release an album that shows new sides as a performer, writer, arranger, and bandleader. In this interview, Gazarek talks about the road to her current music; how Kurt Elling helped her decide to form a new band; how she finds the courage to bare her soul on stage and on record; and why her cat is the best. This episode contains the world premiere of music from Gazarek’s 2019 album. For more information, visit <a href="http://saragazarek.com">saragazarek.com</a>. Support the show! Become a member for just $5/month at <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #463: Dmitri Matheny

2018-09-01 09:00:45 UTC

Dmitri Matheny is a flugelhornist, composer, writer, comic book collector, dog enthusiast and bandleader. In...

<img data-attachment-id="6037" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2018/09/01/the-jazz-session-463-dmitri-matheny/dmcover/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?fit=355%2C355&ssl=1" data-orig-size="355,355" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="dmcover" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?fit=355%2C355&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-6037" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?resize=100%2C100&ssl=1 100w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/dmcover.jpg?w=355&ssl=1 355w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Dmitri Matheny is a flugelhornist, composer, writer, comic book collector, dog enthusiast and bandleader. In this interview we talk about his road dog; his love for noir and how it led to his latest album; the legacy of Art Farmer; and collecting Green Lantern comics. Find Dmitri online at <a href="http://dmitrimatheny.com">dmitrimatheny.com</a> and follow him on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/dmitrimatheny">@dmitrimatheny</a>. Support the show by becoming a member! For $5 a month you get bonus content: <a href="http://patreon.com/thejazzsession">patreon.com/thejazzsession</a>

Season 11 Teaser & Patreon Announcement

2018-08-28 21:22:27 UTC

The Jazz Session returns on September 1, 2018! You can support the show right now...

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The Jazz Session #462: Darcy James Argue

2017-03-19 23:04:15 UTC

Darcy James Argue came to Penn State to perform Brooklyn Babylon, so I invited him...

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The Jazz Session #461: Chris Lightcap

2016-03-25 02:13:59 UTC

Bassist Chris Lightcap released the album Epicenter in 2015 with his band Bigmouth. In this...

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The Jazz Session #460: Brenda Earle Stokes

2016-03-10 08:00:22 UTC

Pianist and vocalist Brenda Earle Stokes’ most recent album is 2014’s Right About Now. In...

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The Jazz Session #459: Josh Rutner

2016-02-24 08:00:25 UTC

Saxophonist Josh Rutner’s debut album is Rockabye Battleship (2016). In this interview, Josh takes us...

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The Jazz Session #458: Allison Au

2016-02-11 08:00:45 UTC

Allison Au’s Juno-nominated second album is Forest Grove (2016). In this interview, the Toronto-based saxophonist...

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The Jazz Session #457: Romain Collin

2016-01-28 10:00:38 UTC

Pianist Romain Collin’s new album is Press Enter (ACT Music, 2015). In this interview, Collin...

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The Jazz Session #456: Steve Lampert

2016-01-14 08:00:11 UTC

Trumpeter and composer Steve Lampert’s new album is Zahskl’s Jukebox, Vol. 1. In this interview,...

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The Jazz Session #455: Ross Hammond

2015-05-26 01:26:50 UTC

Guitarist Ross Hammond’s new album is Flight. The solo acoustic record marks a departure from...

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The Jazz Session #454: Mimi Jones

2015-05-11 14:25:27 UTC

Bassist and vocalist Mimi Jones has a new album called Balance on her own Hot...

<img data-attachment-id="5418" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2015/05/11/the-jazz-session-454-mimi-jones/couv_mimi_jones_balance/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/couv_mimi_jones_balance.jpg?fit=656%2C524&ssl=1" data-orig-size="656,524" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="couv_mimi_jones_balance" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/couv_mimi_jones_balance.jpg?fit=250%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/couv_mimi_jones_balance.jpg?fit=400%2C320&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/couv_mimi_jones_balance.jpg?resize=250%2C200&ssl=1" alt="couv_mimi_jones_balance" width="250" height="200" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5418" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/couv_mimi_jones_balance.jpg?resize=250%2C200&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/couv_mimi_jones_balance.jpg?resize=400%2C320&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/couv_mimi_jones_balance.jpg?w=656&ssl=1 656w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Bassist and vocalist Mimi Jones has a new album called Balance on her own Hot Tone Music label. In this interview, Jones talks about building community and why she started her own label; the life challenges that led to this album; the power of names; and her extensive upcoming touring schedule. Learn more at <a href="http://www.mimijonesmusic.com/">mimijonesmusic.com</a>. Also, be sure to check out the other new Hot Tone releases by <a href="http://www.hottonemusic.com/artists-info/camille-thurman/camille-thurman.html">Camille Thurman</a> and <a href="http://www.hottonemusic.com/artists-info/shirazette-tinnin/shirazette-tinnin.html">Shirazette Tinnin</a>. <a href="http://amzn.to/1PdPYaL">BUY THIS ALBUM AND SUPPORT THE JAZZ SESSION.</a>

The Jazz Session #453: Red Wierenga

2015-05-04 12:00:36 UTC

Pianist Red Wierenga is a member of the Respect Sextet and the Respect Trio. He...

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The Jazz Session #452: Ras Moshe

2015-04-22 18:55:14 UTC

Ras Moshe is a saxophonist who also creates spaces for other musicians to flourish. In...

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The Jazz Session #451: Natalie Cressman, Emily Asher & Angela Davis

2015-04-13 23:52:45 UTC

On this episode, three musicians who’ve recently been on the show, and even more recently...

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The Jazz Session #450: Cat Toren

2015-04-06 12:00:06 UTC

Cat Toren is a Canadian pianist living in New York. She’s about to release an...

<img data-attachment-id="5398" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2015/04/06/the-jazz-session-450-cat-toren/fama_final_catt_mg_7577_lores/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores.jpg?fit=250%2C251&ssl=1" data-orig-size="250,251" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"13","credit":"","camera":"Canon EOS 5D","caption":"","created_timestamp":"1260554114","copyright":"Angela Fama | Fama Photography 2010","focal_length":"55","iso":"100","shutter_speed":"0.01","title":"","orientation":"1"}" data-image-title="Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores.jpg?fit=249%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores.jpg?fit=250%2C251&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores.jpg?resize=250%2C251&ssl=1" alt="Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores" width="250" height="251" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5398" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores.jpg?w=250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Fama_final_CatT_MG_7577_lores.jpg?resize=249%2C250&ssl=1 249w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Cat Toren is a Canadian pianist living in New York. She’s about to release an album called Inside The Sun featuring music she’s written since moving to New York five years ago. This episode contains a sneak peek at some music from that album. In this interview, Toren talks about making the switch from classical piano to jazz; choosing between New York City and Berlin; finding ways to be contemplative in one of the world’s largest cities; and why she feels improvisation is a collective activity. Learn more at <a href="http://cat-toren.com/">cat-toren.com</a>.

The Jazz Session #449: Jasmine Lovell-Smith

2015-03-23 12:00:01 UTC

Soprano saxophonist Jasmine Lovell-Smith’s debut album is Fortune Songs. In this interview, Lovell-Smith talks about...

<img data-attachment-id="5394" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2015/03/23/the-jazz-session-449-jasmine-lovell-smith/51tclikfkkl-_ss280/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51TCLIKfkKL._SS280.jpg?fit=280%2C280&ssl=1" data-orig-size="280,280" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="51TCLIKfkKL._SS280" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51TCLIKfkKL._SS280.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51TCLIKfkKL._SS280.jpg?fit=280%2C280&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51TCLIKfkKL._SS280.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="51TCLIKfkKL._SS280" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5394" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51TCLIKfkKL._SS280.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51TCLIKfkKL._SS280.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51TCLIKfkKL._SS280.jpg?w=280&ssl=1 280w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Soprano saxophonist Jasmine Lovell-Smith’s debut album is Fortune Songs. In this interview, Lovell-Smith talks about the long road from her native New Zealand to Brooklyn to Connecticut to her current home in Mexico; why she stopped playing music, and how she found the inspiration to start again; her early love of Stan Getz and Sonny Rollins; and her upcoming recording projects. Learn more at <a href="http://www.jasminelovellsmith.com/">jasminelovellsmith.com</a>. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008T4HVP6?ie=UTF8&camp=213733&creative=393177&creativeASIN=B008T4HVP6&linkCode=shr&tag=thejasoncrane-20&linkId=4KMSTI6ZR2QZCSV2&=dmusic&qid=1427077518&sr=1-1&keywords=towering+poppies">BUY THIS ALBUM AND SUPPORT THE JAZZ SESSION AT THE SAME TIME.</a>

The Jazz Session #448: Mike Bono

2015-03-17 01:09:06 UTC

Guitarist Mike Bono’s first album is From Where You Are. In this interview, Bono talks...

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The Jazz Session #447: Reggie Quinerly

2015-03-10 00:12:16 UTC

Drummer Reggie Quinerly’s new album is Invictus (Redefinition Music, 2015). In this interview, he talks...

<img data-attachment-id="5384" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2015/03/09/the-jazz-session-447-reggie-quinerly/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web.jpg?fit=550%2C494&ssl=1" data-orig-size="550,494" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="reggie quinerly invictus cover_web" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web.jpg?fit=250%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web.jpg?fit=400%2C359&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web.jpg?resize=250%2C225&ssl=1" alt="reggie quinerly invictus cover_web" width="250" height="225" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5384" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web.jpg?resize=250%2C225&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web.jpg?resize=400%2C359&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/reggie-quinerly-invictus-cover_web.jpg?w=550&ssl=1 550w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Drummer Reggie Quinerly’s new album is Invictus (Redefinition Music, 2015). In this interview, he talks about how a poem from the 19th century informs his career and writing; why he wanted to make an album that doesn’t sound like a “drummer’s record;” his relationship with one of his mentors, Lester Grant; and the need for musicians to control their own destinies. Learn more at <a href="http://www.reggiequinerly.com/reggiequinerly/Welcome.html">reggiequinerly.com</a>. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TPQ0CKI?ie=UTF8&camp=213733&creative=393177&creativeASIN=B00TPQ0CKI&linkCode=shr&tag=thejasoncrane-20&linkId=4ALLLGVERCIU7CGW&=dmusic&qid=1425945647&sr=1-1&keywords=reggie+quinerly">BUY THIS ALBUM AND SUPPORT THE JAZZ SESSION AT THE SAME TIME.</a>

The Jazz Session #446: Akua Dixon

2015-03-02 23:48:01 UTC

Cellist Akua Dixon has just released a self-titled solo album that features arrangements she’s written...

<img data-attachment-id="5380" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2015/03/02/the-jazz-session-446-akua-dixon/51mj0qbqgtl-_ss280/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280.jpg?fit=280%2C280&ssl=1" data-orig-size="280,280" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280.jpg?fit=280%2C280&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5380" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/51Mj0QBQgtL._SS280.jpg?w=280&ssl=1 280w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Cellist Akua Dixon has just released a self-titled solo album that features arrangements she’s written for a variety of ensembles and occasions, but never had the chance to record. In this interview, Dixon talks about her career as a performer and arranger, going all the way back to the band at the Apollo; the traditional and innovative ways she arranges for string quartet; the shameful lack of African-American musicians in American orchestras today; and her time playing with many musical giants, including Max Roach. Learn more at <a href="http://www.akuadixon.com/">akuadixon.com</a>. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RUAE2WA?ie=UTF8&camp=213733&creative=393177&creativeASIN=B00RUAE2WA&linkCode=shr&tag=thejasoncrane-20&linkId=KDJISEWG5JPAD446&=dmusic&qid=1425339314&sr=1-1&keywords=akua+dixon">BUY THIS ALBUM AND SUPPORT THE JAZZ SESSION AT THE SAME TIME.</a>

The Jazz Session #445: 8th Anniversary Retrospective!

2015-02-24 19:47:14 UTC

The Jazz Session turns eight today! To celebrate, I’ve put together a look back at...

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The Jazz Session #444: Peter Apfelbaum

2015-02-17 03:51:09 UTC

Peter Apfelbaum’s latest release is an EP by his new band Sparkler called I Colored...

<img data-attachment-id="5366" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2015/02/16/the-jazz-session-444-peter-apfelbaum/sparkler2-f2_small/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?fit=500%2C500&ssl=1" data-orig-size="500,500" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="sparkler2-f2_small" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="sparkler2-f2_small" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5366" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/sparkler2-f2_small.jpg?w=500&ssl=1 500w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Peter Apfelbaum’s latest release is an EP by his new band Sparkler called I Colored It In For You. In this interview, Apfelbaum talks about bringing the groove back to jazz; his upbringing in Berkeley; playing with Don Cherry; and his approach to composition and to leading bands. This interview features music by Sparkler, plus a tune from Apfelbaum’s upcoming solo album on Loove Arts and music by his New York Hieroglyphics band. Learn more at <a href="http://www.peterapfelbaum.com/">peterapfelbaum.com</a>.

The Jazz Session #443: Rudresh Mahanthappa

2015-02-10 02:08:41 UTC

Saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa’s new album is Bird Calls (ACT, 2015). The album was inspired by...

<img data-attachment-id="5363" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2015/02/09/the-jazz-session-443-rudresh-mahanthappa/71y4wti338l-_sx522_/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/71y4wtI338L._SX522_.jpg?fit=522%2C469&ssl=1" data-orig-size="522,469" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="71y4wtI338L._SX522_" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/71y4wtI338L._SX522_.jpg?fit=250%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/71y4wtI338L._SX522_.jpg?fit=400%2C359&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/71y4wtI338L._SX522_.jpg?resize=250%2C225&ssl=1" alt="71y4wtI338L._SX522_" width="250" height="225" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5363" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/71y4wtI338L._SX522_.jpg?resize=250%2C225&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/71y4wtI338L._SX522_.jpg?resize=400%2C359&ssl=1 400w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/71y4wtI338L._SX522_.jpg?w=522&ssl=1 522w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Saxophonist Rudresh Mahanthappa’s new album is Bird Calls (ACT, 2015). The album was inspired by the music of Charlie Parker, although Mahanthappa composed original music rather than play Parker’s tunes. In this interview, he talks about the reasoning behind that choice; how hearing Charlie Parker affected him as a teenager; and why the best tribute to Bird is to not play his music. Learn more about Rudresh Mahanthappa at <a href="http://rudreshm.com/">rudreshm.com</a>. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SNXR2DY?ie=UTF8&camp=213733&creative=393177&creativeASIN=B00SNXR2DY&linkCode=shr&tag=thejasoncrane-20&linkId=MQOX4GOGW52M6I4Q&sr=&qid=">BUY THE ALBUM AND SUPPORT THE JAZZ SESSION AT THE SAME TIME.

The Jazz Session #442: Bob Sneider

2014-08-29 10:00:03 UTC

Originally from Boston, guitarist Bob Sneider has called Rochester, NY, home for years. He’s built...

<img data-attachment-id="5256" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/08/29/the-jazz-session-442-bob-sneider/attachment/712308/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/712308.jpg?fit=349%2C350&ssl=1" data-orig-size="349,350" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="712308" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/712308.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/712308.jpg?fit=349%2C350&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/712308.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="712308" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5256" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/712308.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/712308.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/712308.jpg?w=349&ssl=1 349w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Originally from Boston, guitarist Bob Sneider has called Rochester, NY, home for years. He’s built an impressive career, beginning in Chuck Mangione’s band and then through his work at the Eastman School of Music and as the leader of his own ensembles. In this interview, Sneider talks about why he didn’t go to a conservatory and how he ended up as a professional musician anyway; many of the A-list musicians he’s played with over the years; his work at the Rochester International Jazz Festival; how teaching new guitarists helps him stay at the top of his game; and the rhythm section with whom he’s played for years. Learn more at <a href="http://www.bobsneider.net/">bobsneider.net</a>. JOIN The Jazz Session and support the creation of more episodes. Just $5/month! Visit <a href="http:thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>.

The Jazz Session #441: Kevin Hays

2014-07-28 23:35:41 UTC

Pianist Kevin Hays has been part of the jazz scene for decades now, playing as...

<img data-attachment-id="5250" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/07/28/the-jazz-session-441-kevin-hays/copy-banner-may-2013/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/copy-Banner-May-2013.jpg?fit=225%2C225&ssl=1" data-orig-size="225,225" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="copy-Banner-May-2013" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/copy-Banner-May-2013.jpg?fit=225%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/copy-Banner-May-2013.jpg?fit=225%2C225&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/copy-Banner-May-2013.jpg?resize=225%2C225&ssl=1" alt="copy-Banner-May-2013" width="225" height="225" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5250" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/copy-Banner-May-2013.jpg?w=225&ssl=1 225w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/copy-Banner-May-2013.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w" sizes="(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Kevin Hays has been part of the jazz scene for decades now, playing as a leader and also as a sideman with folks like Sonny Rollins, Benny Golson, Chris Potter and many others. In this interview, Kevin talks about his career; his time off the scene in Santa Fe and how it changed his life and his playing; and his current <a href="http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/kevinhays">crowdfunding project to record an album with his New Day Trio</a>. SUPPORT Kevin’s new album! Please visit <a href="http://www.pledgemusic.com/projects/kevinhays">pledgemusic.com/projects/kevinhays</a> to donate toward the recording of Kevin’s new record. Thank you. JOIN The Jazz Session and support the creation of more episodes. Just $5/month! Visit <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">thejazzsession.com/join</a>.

The Jazz Session #440: Max Johnson

2014-06-09 07:00:10 UTC

Bassist Max Johnson is a busy man. In demand on New York City’s bluegrass scene,...

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The Jazz Session #439: Giacomo Merega

2014-06-02 07:00:34 UTC

Electric bassist Giacomo Merega‘s two newest projects are both trio recordings: The Surface Of An...

<img data-attachment-id="5234" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/06/02/the-jazz-session-439-giacomo-merega/gi2/" data-orig-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gi2.jpg?fit=345%2C235&ssl=1" data-orig-size="345,235" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="gi2" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gi2.jpg?fit=250%2C170&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gi2.jpg?fit=345%2C235&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gi2.jpg?resize=250%2C170&ssl=1" alt="gi2" width="250" height="170" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5234" srcset="https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gi2.jpg?resize=250%2C170&ssl=1 250w, https://i1.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/gi2.jpg?w=345&ssl=1 345w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Electric bassist Giacomo Merega‘s two newest projects are both trio recordings: The Surface Of An Object (Rudi Records, 2014) and Crows And Motives (Underwolf, 2014). In this interview, Merega talks about expressing the concept of “surface” in music; why he chose the electric bass and how he is crafting his own sound; free improvisation versus composition; graphic scores and whether seeing them changes one’s appreciation of a piece of music; and his concert series. Learn more about the series on its <a href="https://www.facebook.com/sololosconcertseries">Facebook page</a> and at the <a href="http://prospectrange.com/Prospect_Range/Home.html">Prospect Range</a> site. JOIN The Jazz Session for $5 a month <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">here</a>. Your membership gets you free mp3s and helps me get to NYC to record more interviews. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #438: Adison Evans

2014-05-27 02:31:18 UTC

Baritone saxophonist Adison Evans‘ life took an unexpected turn when she was called to audition...

<img data-attachment-id="5230" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/05/26/the-jazz-session-438-adison-evans/adison/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?fit=709%2C709&ssl=1" data-orig-size="709,709" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="adison" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="adison" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5230" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/adison.jpg?w=709&ssl=1 709w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Baritone saxophonist Adison Evans‘ life took an unexpected turn when she was called to audition for Beyonce’s band. She got the gig, and left almost immediately for the Super Bowl and a world tour. Home between tours, Evans is still committed to the jazz she studied at Juilliard. In this interview, she talks about both sides of her life — traveling with a superstar and playing improvised music. Learn more at <a href="http://adisjazzkitchen.com/">adisjazzkitchen.com</a> and follow her on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/adison_evans">@adison_evans</a>. LIVE SHOW! You can hear Adison Evans perform on her birthday, May 29, at Scholes Street Studio, 375 Lorimer Street in Brooklyn, NY. The show starts at 8 pm and costs $10 (free for kids). JOIN The Jazz Session for $5 a month <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">here</a>. Your membership gets you free mp3s and helps me get to NYC to record more interviews. Thanks!

The Jazz Session #437: Sara Serpa and Andre Matos

2014-05-20 03:40:31 UTC

Primavera (2014, Inner Circle Music) is the new album by vocalist Sara Serpa and guitarist...

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Sexism in jazz

2014-05-07 00:20:07 UTC

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Use the player above to listen to an audio version of this post. <img data-attachment-id="5219" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/05/06/sexism-in-jazz/jasoncrane_womeninjazz/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?fit=800%2C800&ssl=1" data-orig-size="800,800" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="jasoncrane_womeninjazz" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?fit=400%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1" alt="jasoncrane_womeninjazz" width="400" height="400" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-5219" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?resize=400%2C400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jasoncrane_womeninjazz.jpg?w=800&ssl=1 800w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" />

The Jazz Session #436: Hilary Gardner

2014-05-05 07:00:57 UTC

Vocalist Hilary Gardner‘s latest recording is The Great City. In this interview, we talk about...

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The Jazz Session #435: Reuben Radding

2014-04-29 02:04:47 UTC

Reuben Radding is a bassist and photographer. In this interview, he talks about his long...

<img data-attachment-id="5205" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/04/28/the-jazz-session-435-reuben-radding/reuben/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/reuben.jpg?fit=899%2C909&ssl=1" data-orig-size="899,909" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="reuben" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/reuben.jpg?fit=247%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/reuben.jpg?fit=395%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/reuben.jpg?resize=247%2C250&ssl=1" alt="reuben" width="247" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5205" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/reuben.jpg?resize=247%2C250&ssl=1 247w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/reuben.jpg?resize=395%2C400&ssl=1 395w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/reuben.jpg?w=899&ssl=1 899w" sizes="(max-width: 247px) 100vw, 247px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Reuben Radding is a bassist and photographer. In this interview, he talks about his long road to photography; why he gravitates toward risk in his art; the battles over music terminology; and his own personal path away from music and back again. Learn more at <A href="http://www.reubenradding.com/">www.reubenradding.com</a> and follow him on Twitter at <a href="https://twitter.com/ReubenRadding">@ReubenRadding</a>. JOIN The Jazz Session and get two free mp3s with each show plus exclusive content. Membership costs just $5/month. The money funds trips to NYC to record new episodes. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">Join here.</a> Photo credit: <A href="http://www.richwoodsonphotography.net/">Rich Woodson</a>

The Jazz Session #434: Emily Asher

2014-04-21 07:00:30 UTC

Trombonist and vocalist Emily Asher’s latest recording with her band Garden Party is Carnival Of...

<img data-attachment-id="5199" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/04/21/the-jazz-session-434-emily-asher/asher/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/asher.jpg?fit=250%2C245&ssl=1" data-orig-size="250,245" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="asher" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/asher.jpg?fit=250%2C245&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/asher.jpg?fit=250%2C245&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/asher.jpg?resize=250%2C245&ssl=1" alt="asher" width="250" height="245" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-5199" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Trombonist and vocalist Emily Asher’s latest recording with her band Garden Party is Carnival Of Joy!, released in 2013. In this interview, Asher talks about her journey from playing trad jazz in the Pacific Northwest to her current life as part of the same scene in New York; her new project with bass sax, accordion and trombone; the difference between recreating music and re-imagining it; and her plans for her next album. Learn more at <a href="http://www.emilyasher.com/">www.emilyasher.com</a> and follow her on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/emasherbone">@emasherbone</a>. BUY Emily’s music in The Jazz Session <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/store">store</a> and a portion of your purchase price will benefit the show. Note that you can click on a link in the store and then buy anything you want, and a portion of whatever you buy will help the show. Thanks! JOIN The Jazz Session and get two free mp3s with each show plus exclusive content. Membership costs just $5/month. The money funds trips to NYC to record new episodes. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">Join here.</a>

The Jazz Session #433: Eric DiVito

2014-04-14 07:00:14 UTC

Guitarist Eric DiVito‘s new album is The Second Time Around (PJC, 2013), featuring Corcoran Holt...

<img data-attachment-id="5191" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/04/14/the-jazz-session-433-eric-divito/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n.jpg?fit=800%2C815&ssl=1" data-orig-size="800,815" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n.jpg?fit=245%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n.jpg?fit=392%2C400&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n.jpg?resize=245%2C250&ssl=1" alt="10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n" width="245" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5191" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n.jpg?resize=245%2C250&ssl=1 245w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n.jpg?resize=392%2C400&ssl=1 392w, https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10157345_281591182000945_4330628472280613222_n.jpg?w=800&ssl=1 800w" sizes="(max-width: 245px) 100vw, 245px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Guitarist Eric DiVito‘s new album is The Second Time Around (PJC, 2013), featuring Corcoran Holt on bass and Alyssa Falk Verheyn on drums, with guest appearances by Mavis Swan Poole and Steve Wilson. In this interview, DiVito talks about his approach to standards; the recording session and what made it work so well; finding originality in arranging; and his take on a being a jazz guitarist. Learn more at <a href="http://www.ericdivito.com/">ericdivito.com</a> and follow him on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/ericdivitomusic">@ericdivitomusic</a>. BUY this album in The Jazz Session <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/store">store</a> and a portion of your purchase price will benefit the show. Note that you can click on a link in the store and then buy anything you want, and a portion of whatever you buy will help the show. Thanks! JOIN The Jazz Session and get two free mp3s with each show plus exclusive content. Membership costs just $5/month. The money funds trips to NYC to record new episodes. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">Join here.</a>

The Jazz Session #432: Ed Rosenberg III

2014-04-07 07:00:30 UTC

Saxophonist Ed Rosenberg’s latest record is The Warming with his band Glue Gun Optimism. In...

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The Jazz Session #431: Danny Fox

2014-03-17 07:00:19 UTC

Pianist Danny Fox‘s new album is Wide Eyed (Hot Cup Records, 2014). In this interview,...

<img data-attachment-id="5173" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2014/03/17/the-jazz-session-431-danny-fox/614xghd7wpl-_sl500_aa280_/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_.jpg?fit=280%2C280&ssl=1" data-orig-size="280,280" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_.jpg?fit=280%2C280&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-5173" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/614xgHd7WpL._SL500_AA280_.jpg?w=280&ssl=1 280w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Danny Fox‘s new album is Wide Eyed (Hot Cup Records, 2014). In this interview, Fox talks about growing up in Manhattan surrounded by jazz greats; why he chose Harvard rather than a conservatory; and writing for this trio, who’ve been playing and touring together for five years. Learn more at <a href="http://dannyfoxmusic.com">dannyfoxmusic.com</a>. BUY this album in The Jazz Session <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/store">store</a> and a portion of your purchase price will benefit the show. Note that you can click on a link in the story and then buy anything you want, and a portion of whatever you buy will help the show. Thanks! JOIN The Jazz Session and get two free mp3s with each show plus exclusive content. Membership costs just $5/month. The money funds trips to NYC to record new episodes. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/join">Join here.</a>

The Jazz Session #430: Alison Wedding

2014-03-03 08:00:51 UTC

Vocalist Alison Wedding‘s most recent album is This Dance (Ground Up Records, 2012). In this...

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The Jazz Session #429: Brian Landrus

2014-02-17 08:00:39 UTC

Saxophonist Brian Landrus is a bandleader and the creative force behind the upcoming 92Y Soul...

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The Jazz Session #428: Shirantha Beddage

2013-12-16 08:01:54 UTC

Baritone saxophonist Shirantha Beddage’s latest album is Identity (Addo Records, 2012). In this interview, Beddage...

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The Jazz Session #427: Jeff Lederer

2013-12-02 10:00:18 UTC

Saxophonist Jeff Lederer’s latest recording is Swing ‘N Dix (Little i music, 2013), an album...

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The Jazz Session #426: Michael Weiss and Sean H. Doyle

2013-11-15 05:01:53 UTC

Michael Weiss is a pianist and composer. His most recent album is Soul Journey. In...

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The Jazz Session #425: Angela Davis

2013-11-01 07:00:29 UTC

Saxophonist Angela Davis’s debut album is The Art of The Melody (2013). In this interview,...

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The Jazz Session #424: Ralph Alessi

2013-10-15 07:00:56 UTC

Trumpeter Ralph Alessi’s new album is Baida (ECM, 2013). In this interview, Alessi talks about...

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The Jazz Session #423: Lee Konitz and Camila Meza

2013-10-01 07:00:31 UTC

The season premiere of The Jazz Session begins with an extended conversation with saxophonist Lee...

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A 2004 interview with Les McCann about Swiss Movement

2013-09-23 07:00:42 UTC

Today is Les McCann’s birthday. Back in 2004, I interviewed Les about his classic soul-jazz...

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The Jazz Session #422: Vijay Iyer, Mary Halvorson, Stephan Crump, Nicky Schrire & the Atlas preview

2013-09-10 04:27:38 UTC

I’m celebrating my 40th birthday with four new mini-interviews. Vijay Iyer talks about Holding It...

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src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/619l+MppCVL._SL1400_.jpg?resize=200%2C181&ssl=1" alt="619l+MppCVL._SL1400_" width="200" height="181" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4978" data-recalc-dims="1" /> <img data-attachment-id="4979" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2013/09/10/the-jazz-session-422-vijay-iyer-mary-halvorson-stephan-crump-nicky-schrire-the-atlas-preview/81qrbcxfphl-_sl1500_/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/81QRBCXFpHL._SL1500_.jpg?fit=200%2C180&ssl=1" data-orig-size="200,180" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="81QRBCXFpHL._SL1500_" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/81QRBCXFpHL._SL1500_.jpg?fit=200%2C180&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/81QRBCXFpHL._SL1500_.jpg?fit=200%2C180&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/81QRBCXFpHL._SL1500_.jpg?resize=200%2C180&ssl=1" alt="81QRBCXFpHL._SL1500_" width="200" height="180" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4979" data-recalc-dims="1" /> I’m celebrating my 40th birthday with four new mini-interviews. <A href="http://www.vijay-iyer.com">Vijay Iyer</a> talks about Holding It Down, his new album with Mike Ladd; <a href="http://www.maryhalvorson.com/">Mary Halvorson</a> introduces her septet recording Illusionary Sea; <a href="http://stephancrump.com/">Stephan Crump</a>‘s Rosetta Trio is back with Thwirl; and <a href="http://www.nickyschrire.com/">Nicky Schrire</a> discusses her duo album Space and Time. Plus, <a href="http://www.bradlinde.com/">Brad Linde</a> returns with a preview of the upcoming season of jazz at <a href="http://atlasarts.org/">the Atlas</a> in Washington, D.C. NOTE: You can support The Jazz Session by buying these albums in the <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/store/">TJS Store</a>. Thanks! <img data-attachment-id="4980" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2013/09/10/the-jazz-session-422-vijay-iyer-mary-halvorson-stephan-crump-nicky-schrire-the-atlas-preview/atlas_theater_shops_dc/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Atlas_Theater_shops_DC.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1" data-orig-size="400,267" data-comments-opened="0" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"4","credit":"","camera":"DSC-H1","caption":"","created_timestamp":"1313591098","copyright":"","focal_length":"8","iso":"64","shutter_speed":"0.0015625","title":""}" data-image-title="Atlas_Theater_shops_DC" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Atlas_Theater_shops_DC.jpg?fit=250%2C166&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Atlas_Theater_shops_DC.jpg?fit=400%2C267&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Atlas_Theater_shops_DC.jpg?resize=400%2C267&ssl=1" alt="Atlas_Theater_shops_DC" width="400" height="267" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4980" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Atlas_Theater_shops_DC.jpg?w=400&ssl=1 400w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/Atlas_Theater_shops_DC.jpg?resize=250%2C166&ssl=1 250w" sizes="(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px" data-recalc-dims="1" />

The Jazz Session #421: Cuneiform Records (and a Kickstarter message)

2013-07-28 04:01:13 UTC

Steve Feigenbaum is the founder of Cuneiform Records. In this interview, he talks about the...

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The Jazz Session #420: Jeff Albert

2013-07-22 04:53:19 UTC

Trombonist Jeff Albert’s new album is The Tree On The Mound (RogueArt, 2013). In this...

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The Jazz Session #419: Maria Christina

2013-07-10 05:55:51 UTC

Vocalist and composer Maria Christina’s debut album is The Timeless In You (Cracked AnEgg Records,...

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The Jazz Session #418: Geoffrey Keezer

2013-07-01 04:00:49 UTC

Pianist Geoffrey Keezer’s new solo piano album is Heart of the Piano (Motema Music, 2013)....

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The Jazz Session #417: Geoffrey Keezer & Donny McCaslin

2012-10-29 09:00:48 UTC

This is the final episode of The Jazz Session. It’s a conversation with pianist Geoffrey...

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The Jazz Session #416: Natalie Cressman

2012-10-25 09:00:16 UTC

Trombonist and vocalist Natalie Cressman’s debut album with her band Secret Garden is called Unfolding...

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The Jazz Session #415: Hailey Niswanger

2012-10-22 09:00:29 UTC

Saxophonist Hailey Niswanger’s sophomore album is The Keeper (Calmit Productions, 2012). In this interview, Niswanger...

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The Jazz Session #414: Peter Hum

2012-10-18 09:00:50 UTC

Ottawa pianist and journalist Peter Hum’s debut album is A Boy’s Journey (2010). In this...

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The Jazz Session #413: Melissa Aldana

2012-10-16 00:37:25 UTC

Chilean saxophonist Melissa Aldana’s latest album is Second Cycle (2012). In this interview, Aldana talks...

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The Jazz Session #412: Aaron Parks

2012-10-12 02:31:22 UTC

Pianist Aaron Parks is in the midst of an exciting period of composing and recording....

<img data-attachment-id="4606" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2012/10/11/the-jazz-session-412-aaron-parks/2986573417_fa92b849b4_b/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2986573417_fa92b849b4_b.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-orig-size="250,250" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="2986573417_fa92b849b4_b" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2986573417_fa92b849b4_b.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2986573417_fa92b849b4_b.jpg?fit=250%2C250&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2986573417_fa92b849b4_b.jpg?resize=250%2C250&ssl=1" alt="" title="2986573417_fa92b849b4_b" width="250" height="250" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4606" srcset="https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2986573417_fa92b849b4_b.jpg?w=250&ssl=1 250w, https://i2.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/2986573417_fa92b849b4_b.jpg?resize=150%2C150&ssl=1 150w" sizes="(max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Pianist Aaron Parks is in the midst of an exciting period of composing and recording. In this interview, conducted this summer in New York City, Parks talks about going into the studio with a revolving cast of the city’s finest musicians; his approach to composition — and how he breathes new life in past work; and why he’s comfortable letting things evolve as necessary in the studio. Learn more at <a href="http://aaronparks.com">aaronparks.com</a>. Note: This is Aaron Parks’ second appearance on The Jazz Session. <a href="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2008/08/18/the-jazz-session-38-aaron-parks">Listen to his 2008 interview.</a>

The Jazz Session #411: Jessica Lurie

2012-10-08 09:00:17 UTC

Saxophonist and clarinetist Jessica Lurie’s newest recording is Megaphone Heart, released earlier this year. In...

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The Jazz Session #410: Brian Charette

2012-10-04 09:00:45 UTC

Brian Charette’s new album is Music For Organ Sextette (Steeplechase, 2012). In this interview, Charette...

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The Jazz Session #409: Sarah MK

2012-10-01 15:44:06 UTC

Montreal native Sarah MK is a singer and songwriter who draws on R&B, hip hop...

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The Jazz Session #408: David Ryshpan

2012-09-27 09:00:48 UTC

In this interview, Montreal pianist David Ryshpan talks about the scene in his adopted hometown;...

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The Jazz Session #407: Anat Cohen

2012-09-24 21:21:18 UTC

Saxophonist and clarinetist Anat Cohen’s new CD is Claroscuro (Anzic Records, 2012). In this interview,...

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The Jazz Session #406: Nadje Noordhuis

2012-09-20 09:00:54 UTC

Trumpeter Nadje Noordhuis’s eponymous debut will be available on Oct. 9, 2012. In this interview,...

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The Jazz Session: A Special Announcement

2012-09-19 09:00:09 UTC

You can listen to the announcement (in slightly expanded form) using the player above, or...

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The Jazz Session #405: John Geggie

2012-09-17 09:00:56 UTC

Ottawa bassist John Geggie’s two most recent recordings are Geggie Project and Across The Sky,...

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The Jazz Session #404: Martin Krusche

2012-09-13 09:00:46 UTC

Saxophonist Martin Krusche’s most recent album with his band Magnetic Ear is Aliens Of Extraordinary...

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The Jazz Session #403: Sonny Rollins

2012-09-10 09:00:26 UTC

Sonny Rollins’ most recent album is Road Shows Vol. 2 (Doxy Records, 2011). In this...

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The Jazz Session #402: The Gnu’s Room

2012-09-06 09:00:21 UTC

The Gnu’s Room is a bookstore, coffee shop and community center in Auburn, Alabama. In...

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The Jazz Session #401: Matthew Kaminski

2012-09-03 17:49:33 UTC

Matthew Kaminski is a jazz organist with an interesting day job — he plays the...

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The Jazz Session #400: Donald Brown

2012-08-30 09:00:13 UTC

The Jazz Session celebrates 400 episodes with pianist, educator and former Jazz Messenger Donald Brown....

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The Jazz Session #399: Evan Cobb

2012-08-27 09:00:52 UTC

Woodwind player Evan Cobb’s 2011 CD Falling Up was recorded in the town he calls...

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The Jazz Session #398: Rahsaan Barber

2012-08-24 01:38:02 UTC

Nashville saxophonist Rahsaan Barber’s most recent album is Everyday Magic (Jazz Music City, 2011). In...

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The Jazz Session #397: W.O. Smith Music School

2012-08-20 09:00:05 UTC

Named after a pioneering African-American musician and educator (that’s W.O. Smith playing bass on Coleman...

<img data-attachment-id="4477" data-permalink="https://www.thejazzsession.com/2012/08/20/the-jazz-session-397-w-o-smith-music-school/wosmith/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/wosmith.jpg?fit=250%2C183&ssl=1" data-orig-size="250,183" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":""}" data-image-title="wosmith" data-image-description="" data-image-caption="" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/wosmith.jpg?fit=250%2C183&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/wosmith.jpg?fit=250%2C183&ssl=1" loading="lazy" src="https://i0.wp.com/www.thejazzsession.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/wosmith.jpg?resize=250%2C183&ssl=1" alt="" title="wosmith" width="250" height="183" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-4477" data-recalc-dims="1" /> Named after a pioneering African-American musician and educator (that’s W.O. Smith playing bass on Coleman Hawkins’ original “Body And Soul” recording), Nashville’s W.O. Smith Music School “makes affordable, quality music instruction available to children from low-income families. We transform lives through music.” In this interview, Executive Director Jonah Rabinowitz talks about the school’s origins; the mission it serves and the unique way it affords to offer its services; and the ambitious fundraising and community involvement that led to the school’s current state-of-the-art facility. Learn more at <a href="http://www.wosmith.org/">wosmith.org</a>.

The Jazz Session #396: Denis Solee

2012-08-16 09:00:04 UTC

Woodwind player Denis Solee has been a mainstay in the Nashville Studio scene since the...

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