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art-parlorThe Art Parlor for April, 2025 Presents: Izzi GuzmanIt was a pleasure to visit with our guest, Izzi Guzman, in this edition of The Art Parlor! Listeners may remember her from previous Friends in Art showcases. A dynamic trombonist, composer, arranger, and educator, Izzi is passionate about sharing joy, creativity, and authenticity through music. Based in Miami and Orlando, Florida, she aims to bring stories to life through her art and foster accessible and creativity-driven music education for the next generation.
Izzi’s innovative and technical prowess has earned her recognition, and she has performed with renowned groups such as the John Daversa Big Band, Fr...2025-04-1157 min
The Seventh House PodcastCrosswinds 03/23Here is the playlist for the 03/23 episode of Crosswinds. Enjoy!Stan Kenton Orchestra- Intermission RiffJohn Daversa Big Band- SwingGordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band- East Coast EnvyEd Palermo Big Band- Like Lee MorganGlenn Miller Army Air Force Band- St. Louis Blues MarchGlenn Miller and His Orchestra- American PatrolBob Mintzer Big Band- Home BasieCount Basie Orchestra w/Joe Williams- I'm Beginning to See the LightCount Basie Orchestra- Blues BackstageBuddy Rich Big Band- Groovin' HardBuddy Rich...2025-03-232h 57
John Daversa PodcastMarcus Miller: Grammy-Award Winning Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, Composer, and Music IconEpisode 13: Grammy-Award Winning Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, Composer, and Music Icon, Marcus Miller►Marcus Miller website: https://www.marcusmiller.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:49: John’s “Fat Time” car accident story3:21: Producing Miles Davis’ Tutu, Siesta, and Amandla and more…19:40: The bass clarinet23:20: Miles Davis mentorship33:55: The recording of Grover Washington Jr.’s “Just the Two of Us”38:30: The recording of Donald Fagen’s “The Nightfly”42:10: Luther Vandross48:30: Scoring for films55:55: The acoustic bass56:55: Wynton Kelly57:18: Funk an...2025-03-151h 10The Seventh House PodcastCrosswinds 03/09Here is the playlist for the 03/09 episode of Crosswinds. Enjoy!Stan Kenton Orchestra- Intermission Riff (theme)John Daversa Big Band- Good Day SunshineBuddy Rich Big Band- Ya Gotta TryGordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band- Does This Chart Make Me Look Phat?Glenn Miller and His Orchestra- Little Brown JugCount Basie Orchestra- BroadwayErskine Hawkins and His Orchestra- Tuxedo JunctionEd Palermo Big Band- Well, You Needn'tJohn Beasley and Frankfurt Radio Big Band- No MysteryYellowjackets and WDR Big Band- Imperial Strut2025-03-102h 59
CUT! The PodcastThe One With The Italian PercussionistWhat does it take to make an award-winning film, and how do festivals shape the industry?Amanda and Nell break down Awards Season - from the Oscars to Cannes, Sundance to the Berlinale - exploring how these events celebrate creativity, influence careers, and shape the entertainment landscape.They are also joined by Joe Martone, a Los Angeles-based percussionist and educator who embodies the spirit of a creative entrepreneur.Joe’s impressive career spans film, TV, theatre, and recording. He’s played on Netflix’s Fubar, Amazon’s Emergency, and Justin Chon’s B...2025-02-1737 min
Working Drummer505 - Murphy Aucamp: Playing with Blue Man Group, Splitting Time Between New York and Miami, Studying with Dafnis PrietoA native of South Florida, percussionist Murphy Aucamp studied classical percussion at Dreyfoos School of the Arts in West Palm Beach, while simultaneously studying rumba in the streets of south Florida. He is a graduate of the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, where he studied under Steve Rucker, Dafnis Prieto, and John Yarling.Murphy’s performing credits include appearances with Blue Man Group, Gloria Estefan, Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Quincy Jones, and Nu Deco Ensemble, He has toured internationally with trumpeter Brian Lynch’s “Spheres of Influence” band, and contributed arrangements and percussion on two Grammy-winning albums: “The...2025-02-131h 14John Daversa PodcastJeff Babko: Keyboardist, Musical Director, Producer, Composer, Arranger, (Jimmy Kimmel, Toto, James Taylor, Steve Gadd, Sheryl Crow, Martin Short, and more!)Episode 13: Jeff Babko, Keyboardist, Musical Director, Producer, Composer, Arranger, (Jimmy Kimmel, Toto, James Taylor, Steve Gadd, Sheryl Crow, Martin Short, and more!)►Jeff Babko website: https://www.jeffbabko.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:56: Back at University of Miami4:26: Vinyl collection6:06: How do manage consuming music?10:55: 1990’s Jazz fusion, the young lions, and the gig with Julio Iglesias19:05: Joining drummer/producer Simon Phillips22:00: Work ethic, discipline, details, and the love…27:55: Robben Ford, Toshi Yanagi, blue hair, and auditioning for the Martin Short Show...2025-02-1156 min
Mondo JazzKenny Wheeler Legacy, Gautier Garrigue, Elise Vassallucci, Erik Jekabson & MoreHere is a playlist mostly devoted to releases that, explicitly or implicitly, remind of us of the importance of Kenny Wheeler for today's jazz.The playlist features Erik Jekabson; Kenny Wheeler Legacy; Jason Keiser; Gautier Garrigue; Elise Vassallucci; John Daversa; Benjamin Lackner.Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/20115121/Mondo-Jazz [from "Jane Wants to Tell You Something " onward].Happy listening!2025-02-0745 min
A Noise From The Deep: Greenleaf Music Podcast with Dave DouglasANFTD #121: Kenny Wheeler Legacy ft. Nick Smart & John Daversa
With the release of Some Days Are Better: The Lost Scores, the musical personality of trumpeter-composer …2025-02-0658 min
A Noise From The Deep with Dave DouglasANFTD #121: Kenny Wheeler Legacy ft. Nick Smart & John Daversa
With the release of Some Days Are Better: The Lost Scores, the musical personality of trumpeter-composer Kenny Wheeler is further illuminated! Brilliant performances by both Nick Smart and John Daversa, alongside Evan Parker, Norma Winstone and the bands of the Royal Academy of Music Jazz Orchestra and Frost Jazz Orchestra. This recording is being released in conjunction with Brian Shaw and Nick Smart’s profound upcoming biography, Song for Someone: The Musical Life of Kenny Wheeler, set for release on February 14, 2025, via Equinox.
Nick and John join Dave to talk about both projects. Kenny’s music shin...2025-02-0658 minGreenleaf Music – Greenleaf Music by Dave DouglasANFTD #121: Kenny Wheeler Legacy ft. Nick Smart & John Daversa
With the release of Some Days Are Better: The Lost Scores, the musical personality of trumpeter-composer …2025-02-0658 minDave Douglas – Greenleaf Music by Dave DouglasANFTD #121: Kenny Wheeler Legacy ft. Nick Smart & John Daversa
With the release of Some Days Are Better: The Lost Scores, the musical personality of trumpeter-composer …2025-02-0658 minJohn Daversa PodcastBob Sheppard: Renowned Jazz Artist and EducatorEpisode 12: A conversation with renowned jazz artist and educator, Bob Sheppard►Bob Sheppard website: https://www.bobsheppard.net►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:33 – Playing with the JD Big Band2:15 – Bob’s studio and cultivating a creative community in Los Angeles14:15 –Being on the scene, practicing, merit, and the social scene…27:50 – Thoughts and observations about practicing37:15 – Recording work in L.A.40:10 – Teaching, curiosity, sound, trying different equipment, and practicing the ends of notes56:43 – Truth telling and caring for students.59:15 – Playing with Freddie Hubbard 1:18:26– Bob and John play a little free duo.►F...2025-01-171h 20
The Other Side Of The Bell - A Trumpet PodcastEpisode #125 Aaron SmithThis episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpeter Aaron Smith, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. About Aaron : Aaron Smith is an active freelance trumpet player in Los Angeles, CA. He also writes, arranges, and publishes music through his small business, TrumpetSmith Publishing (ASCAP). In addition, he serves on the Hearing Board for the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) Local 47 and on the Board of Directors for the Recording Musicians Association Los Angeles (RMALA). Raised in an Army household with musician parents who played jazz and r&b, an...2025-01-061h 54The Seventh House PodcastCrosswinds 10/27Here is the playlist for the 10/27 episode of Crosswinds. Enjoy!Kim Richmond Concert Jazz Orchestra- Intermission riff (theme)John Daversa Big Band- Good Day, SunshineEd Palermo Big Band- GladGordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band- Hit the Ground RunningMcCoy Tyner Big Band- Blues on the CornerCount Basie Orchestra- From One to AnotherChristian McBride Big Band- Bluesin' in Alphabet CityBuddy Rich Big Band- Mercy, Mercy, MercyDon Ellis Orchestra- Mercy, Maybe MercyTony Williams Lifetime- Red AlertJeff Beck...2024-10-282h 58The Seventh House PodcastCrosswinds 10/13Here is the playlist for the 10/13 episode of Crosswinds. Enjoy!Stan Kenton Orchestra- Intermission Riff (theme)Les Elgart and His Orchestra- Bandstand BoogieErskine Hawkins and His Orchestra- Tuxedo JunctionCab Calloway and His Orchestra- MargieArtie Shaw and His Orchestra- FrenesiCharlie Barnet and His Orchestra- CherokeeCount Basie Orchestra- Bill's MillFletcher Henderson and His Orchestra- Variety StompHarry James and His Orchestra- CiribiribinClyde McCoy- Sugar BluesJimmie Lunceford and His Orchestra- Swingin' on CRay Anthony Orchestra- The Man...2024-10-142h 56John Daversa PodcastMichael Mayo: acclaimed singer, songwriter, (and gamer!)Episode 11: A conversation with acclaimed singer, songwriter, (and gamer!), Michael Mayo►Michael Mayo website: https://www.michaelmayomusic.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:51 – Musical upbringing and influences5:40 – Learning about professionalism8:08 –More about professionalism and boundaries: “2 strikes”. Know your worth.12:00 – The “shed” mentality14:20 – Practicing “Giant Steps” and the small, tiny details19:04 – Being a singer in an instrumental world. (Proving “them” wrong).23:56 – The voice has moods and the musical self has moods. Showing up for yourself.26:00 – How to deliver notes with a positive spirit. 27:13 – Influential mentors and the Thelonious Monk/Herbie Hancock Institu...2024-10-0554 minJohn Daversa PodcastAri Hoenig: jazz drummer, composer, and educatorEpisode 10: A conversation with jazz drummer, composer, educator, and entrepreneur, Ari Hoenig►Ari Hoenig website: https://www.arihoenig.com►Ari Hoenig Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arihoenig#►Ari Hoenig Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arihoenig/#►Ari Hoenig YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/arihoenig#:~:text=Join%20Ari%20as%20he%20shares%20the%20knowledge%20andAri Hoenig is a jazz drummer, composer, and educator known for his unusual and intense approach to drumming emphasizing complex rhythms in direct harmony with other group members. Ari is widely noted particularly for his drumming not being relegated to just...2024-09-0454 min
The Seventh House PodcastCrosswinds 08/04Here is the playlist for the 08/04 episode of Crosswinds. Enjoy!Kim Richmond Concert Jazz Orchestra- Intermission Riff (theme)Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band- Hit the Ground RunningPhil Collins Big Band- MilestonesPhil Collins Big Band- Chips & SalsaJohn Daversa Big Band- SwingJohn Beasley Monkestra- 'Round MidnightBobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band- Jump ShotMaynard Ferguson- BirdlandArturo Sandoval- BlackbirdGil Evans Orchestra- LL FunkBilly Cobham- Moon GermsBlood, Sweat and Tears- Empty PagesSimon Phillips' Protocol...2024-08-042h 55John Daversa PodcastJazzmeia Horn: "What will you do with what you know how to do?"Episode 9: A conversation with Multi-Award Winning Artist, Educator, and Entrepreneur, Jazzmeia Horn►Jazzmeia Horn website: https://www.artistryofjazzhorn.com“Horn is among the most exciting young vocalists in jazz, with a proud traditionalism that keeps her tightly linkedto the sound of classic figures like Nancy Wilson and Betty Carter, but a vivacity of spirit and conviction that places her firmly in the present”~The New York Times~Jazzmeia’s mother“What do you do with what you know how to do?~Jazzmeia Horn►Key Moments...2024-08-0452 minJohn Daversa PodcastBen Williams: “The Universe rewards solid decisions…the doors will start to open”.Episode 8: A conversation with Grammy Award winning bassist, composer, singer, bandleader, and producer, Ben Williams►Ben Williams website: https://www.benwilliamsofficial.com“What makes everybody special is that they are one of one. Nobody can do what you do, and you can’t do what anybody else does”.~Ben Williams►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:16 – Growing up in D.C. and the origin story…9:10 – Hearing how music connects with life and soul.9:35 – How we listen to music differently now15:35 – Listening to music within different roles.18:50 - Spending time with Pat Methen...2024-07-0159 minJohn Daversa PodcastLuciana Souza: “My favorite thing to do is to listen”Episode 7 : A conversation with Grammy Award winning jazz singer, composer, and educator, Luciana Souza►Luciana Souza website: https://www.lucianasouza.com“My favorite thing to do is to listen”~Luciana Souza►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions3:22 – Growing up in Brazilian musical culture 8:40 – Godfather, Hermeto Pascoal11:38 – “the musician’s musician”.14:13 – Dorival Caymmi17:42 – Leaving space in the music20:54 – Listening and reverence for nature25:45 – Soul Confidence29:48 – What’s the mission now?32:34 – Everybody goes to samba school34:14 – Trumpet players and singing36:45 – Evolution from fear37:57 – Protecting soul innocence and nurturing c...2024-06-0359 minJohn Daversa PodcastSara Gazarek: "Humanity is at the core of this artform"Episode 6: A conversation Sara Gazarek►Sara Gazarek website: https://saragazarek.comBorn and raised in Seattle, WA, GRAMMY Award® winning jazz vocalist Sara Gazarek reigns as one of the most creative voices of her generation, and one “who may well turn out to be the next important jazz singer” (Los Angeles Times). Collaborating with jazz legends Fred Hersch, Billy Childs, Kurt Elling, and more, and with 6 critically-acclaimed albums under her belt at the age of 40, Gazarek often tours internationally as a soloist/band leader, and as a co-founder of the vocal collective, säje, whose debut al...2024-05-0650 min
Live at the Bop StopDaversa and CohenAll music used with permission by Daversa and Cohen. John Daversa is a distinguished trumpet-player, composer, arranger, producer, bandleader and educator. He is world-renowned for his virtuosic, dynamic and emotive style of trumpet and EVI playing, along with imaginative, genre-bending compositions and arrangements. Tal Cohen is a Grammy award winning jazz pianist who has been playing around the Globe with Terence Blanchard, Greg Osby, and Joe Lovano at venues from Detroit to the Sydney Opera House. This week, these two team in a return Bop Stop appearance for The Art of the...2024-05-0658 minJohn Daversa PodcastMaria Schneider: “When You Do What You Love, It Telegraphs”.Episode 5: A conversation with composer, Maria Schneider.►Maria Schneider website: http://www.mariaschneider.comIn this episode with Multi-Grammy Winner, NEA Jazz Master, composer and musician advocate, Maria Schneider, we discuss her new “Decades” project, Bob Brookmeyer’s “tough love”, a mystical dream with Gil Evans, balancing preparation with letting go, and much more…“When you do what you love, it telegraphs”.~Maria Schneider►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:58 – “Life Stuff”…Taking care of the aging. 6:40 – The vinyl experience, Maria’s retrospective “Decades” project, and life pivot points14:33 – Bob Brookmeyer ‘s “tough l...2024-03-281h 09John Daversa PodcastRegina Carter: Mentors, Sisterhood, Boundaries, and a New HorizonA conversation with violinist, Regina Carter.►Regina Carter website: https://reginacarter.comIn this episode with MacArthur Fellow, Doris Duke Artist Award Winner, and Multi-Grammy Nominee, violinist, Regina Carter, we discuss mentorship, sisterhood, setting boundaries, and a new horizon as an end-of-life doula (and more...)"Dying is about as real as it gets!" ~Regina Carter►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:46 - Regina’s mother, Grace Carter 8:32 - Yehudi Menuhin9:12 - The responsibility of being a role model12:03 - Musical influences, Detroit and beyond21:26 - Getting permission to say “...2024-03-0346 minJohn Daversa PodcastGonzalo Rubalcaba: Timelessness, Tempo and Tiempo.A conversation with Gonzalo Rubalcaba►Gonzalo Rubalcaba website: https://www.gonzalorubalcaba.comIn this episode with multi-Grammy© Winner, pianist and composer Gonzalo Rubalcaba, we discuss Tempo and Tiempo, Dedication and Intention, Mentorship and Responsibility, the guidance of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Haden, and much more...“The concert is the moment of joy, the work is behind that”~Gonzalo Rubalcaba►Key Moments0:00 Introductions3:56 Tempo and Time (tiempo), and family influence15:08 Superman, Flash, and “Timelessness”17:00 Connect, take your time: It’s not the tempo, it’s the message19:07 Spaces of separat...2024-01-301h 06John Daversa PodcastDick Oatts and Terell Stafford: Keep Love Always In the GameA conversation with Dick Oatts and Terell Stafford.►Dick Oatts website: http://www.dickoattsmusic.com►Terell Stafford website: https://terellstafford.comIn this episode with Vanguard Jazz Orchestra veterans, Dick Oatts and Terell Stafford, we discuss "tough love", inspiration, dedication, moms, and the "New York standard", (and much more...)"Why don't you say "yes" and watch what happens. There's inspiration everywhere you look!" -Dick Oatts►Key Moments:0:00 - Intro1:32 – Dedication, discipline, routine, and the “New York standard”.10:11 – Humility, Integrity, and Service.13:51 – When Terell joined the Vanguard Jazz Or...2024-01-1853 min
John Daversa PodcastJihye Lee: The Game of New WorldsJihye Lee, Brooklyn-based composer, arranger, and conductor.►Jihye Lee website: https://jihyemusic.comIn this episode with composer, Jiyhe Lee, we discuss culture shock, inner strength, love of big band music, K-pop, and more!►Key Moments:0:00 - Intro2:45 - Musical Values, Intentions, and Inspirations5:48 - Jihye’s mission9:12 - Positivity, Inner Strength, and the Game of New Worlds12:51 - Falling in love with the Big Band14:10 - Playfulness, The World Will Be Kind To Me, You, and Everyone14:55 - Challenges and Struggles19:28 - Bringing the life storie...2023-12-0739 min
Patricia Lemer: The Autism DetectiveRob Greco and Kent Savage. All without Words. From vocalizations to a symphonyJustin Morell heard music in his non-verbal autistic son's vocalizations. Working with his friend, John Daversa, a world class trumpeter, he wrote a 4 movement symphony. Kent Savage and Rob Greco of the Boundless Arts Foundation relate how this remarkable work came to be premiered live in September, 2023 with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Learn the story of this event, and how it has changed people's views of those who communicate without speaking. www.AllWithoutWords.com www.BoundlessArts.org
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Checking in with Dr. B.Some call me...the Black Yoda - Leon "Foster" Thomas is Checking in with Dr. BLeon Foster Thomas is a gifted international jazz musician and steel pan virtuoso. His music is a blend of his Caribbean roots with the harmonic and improvisational complexities of jazz, creating a lively and eclectic meld all his own.Critics laud him as “the next big thing on his instrument”, “...an enthralling improvisor...” (All About Jazz); “...masterful with impeccable musicianship” (When Steel Talks); and “a benevolent wizard” (Venice Magazine).Leon’s deft and ambitious command of the steel pan has transcended beyond the instrument’s novel stereotype to being featured at world stages such...2023-09-191h 00
All That's JazzSeason 4 Episode 10 Dr. Javier NeroOne of the most intriguing albums we’ve recently encountered is also the subject of our conversation with one of our most intriguing guests.
Javier Nero has many titles: trombonist, composer, arranger, educator; Doctor of Musical Arts with a cognate (minor) in classical trombone performance at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, and. along the way, he’s also a Staff Sergeant in the US Army with the Army Band’s premier musical unit: “The Pershing’s Own” and as part of the pop element with the US Army Blues, a big band comprise...2023-07-2841 min
JazzrockTVJazzrockTV – ARCeology The Music of MSM SchmidtInterview with MSM Schmidt, Jimmy Haslip and Scott Kinsey about the recent album by ARC Trio and the John Daversa Big Band presenting the music of MSM Schmidt.2023-06-151h 29
One World. One Idyllwild. The SeriesBONUS EPISODE: John Daversa Q&A with students from the Jazz In The Pines Student ClinicThis is a bonus episode - watch the full episode of John's interview called "I See You. I Love You. And You Belong."Subscribe at idyllwildarts.org/theseriesOne World. One Idyllwild. The Series. brings together thought leaders, creatives, influencers and changemakers, highlighting the work of citizen artists whose careers and lives have been shaped by the transformative power of art.Executive Producer & Host: Idyllwild Arts Foundation President, Pamela JordanPlease consider making a gift: https://idyllwildarts.org/giving/2023-06-0525 minOne World. One Idyllwild. The Series"I See You. I Love You. And You Belong.": A Conversation with Grammy Award-Winner John DaversaThis episode was shot live on the Idyllwild Arts Campus, with students from the Jazz In The Pines Student Clinic in the audience to support one of their instructors in the program, John Daversa, Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. John is an internationally respected performer, composer, arranger, producer, bandleader, educator, and recording artist. In 2019, John won three Grammys for American Dreamers: Voices of Hope, Music of Freedom including Best Large Jazz Ensemble, Best Instrumental Arrangement & Best Improvised Jazz Solo. Dr. Daversa’s celebrated career has included appearances on...2023-05-2856 min
Idyllwild ArtsJohn Daversa: Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at the Frost school of Music at the University of MiamiThis episode was shot live on the Idyllwild Arts Campus, with students from the Jazz In The Pines Student Workshop in the audience to support one of their instructors in […]2023-05-2856 min
Idyllwild ArtsJohn Daversa: Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at the Frost school of Music at the University of MiamiThis episode was shot live on the Idyllwild Arts Campus, with students from the Jazz In The Pines Student Workshop in the audience to support one of their instructors in […]2023-05-2856 minIdyllwild ArtsJohn Daversa: Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at the Frost school of Music at the University of MiamiThis episode was shot live on the Idyllwild Arts Campus, with students from the Jazz In The Pines Student Workshop in the audience to support one of their instructors in […]2023-05-2856 min
VALE After DarkGuest: Dr. John Deversa talks Jazz, Music, and SpiritualityOn this final episode of Vale After Dark season 2, Grammy award winning artist John Daversa joins us for an in-depth conversation. We discuss the present moment, and the thoughts behind the thoughts behind the thoughts behind the thoughts. The idea of jazz fusion is also dissected as we look at the most influential artists of our time.2023-05-1256 min
My MusicMy Music Episode 216 with Kari KirklandSONG-STYLIST, LIVING KIDNEY DONOR, FORMER FLYING TRAPEZE ARTIST, VOCALIST, MEDIOCRE GARDENER
After eight years in Seattle working as a professional circus artist, vocalist and former co-owner of Emerald City Trapeze Arts, Kari Kirkland left the dazzle of the Big Top and the death-defying practice behind to take center stage as a full-time musician in Southern California.
The Canadian-born daughter of two working musicians from the US, Kari’s childhood was spent crisscrossing North America by car. She played in various pop, rock, cabaret, and jazz groups through the early 2000’s in Canada and the US before moving to Europe in 2...2023-05-1143 min
VALE After DarkGuest: Dr Jeffrey LovellThis episode of Vale After Dark, Dr. Jeffrey Lovell enlightens us with his advice for aspiring musicians. We talk about John Daversa performing with LVC's Valley Jazz Orchestra, Lovell's first time playing in a band, his compositional process, and we hear a message from our sponsor2023-04-2538 min
The Arts SalonEpisode 40: Aaron Smith, Trumpet Freelancer & ComposerAaron Smith is a freelance trumpet player based in Los Angeles, CA. He also writes, arranges, and publishes music through his small business, TrumpetSmith Publishing (ASCAP).
As a freelance artist, Smith performs for live orchestral events, musical theatre, big band, motion pictures, television, and video games which have included ABC, BroadwayHD, Disney+, E3, Fathom Events, the Game Awards, Microsoft, PBS’ Live from Lincoln Center, Riot Games, Spike, Touchstone Pictures, Universal, and Warner Brothers. He has appeared on Dancing with the Stars, Disney’s Encore!, Ellen, the LATE LATE Show, and The Voice. Ensemble appearances include the Hollywood Stud...2023-03-232h 54
musos podcast12: How good's your LA fry? - featuring Zane Carney | MUSOSToday musos chatted LA vocal fries, mean new yorkers, aussie slang and trolling scammers with the legendary Zane Carney!Zane Carney has been described as a “massive guitar player” by Thundercat and named “the future of electric guitar” by HuffPost. Carney’s discography includes playing on Thundercat’s “Drunk,” John Mayer’s “Paradise Valley,” and serving as John Daversa’s guitarist with appearances on his Big Band and Small Band albums including the Grammy-nominated “Kaleidoscope Eyes,” along with “Junk Wagon,” “Artful Joy,” and “Wobbly Dance Flower” featuring Bob Mintzer. Over the years, he has perf...2023-03-151h 21
JAZZIZ Not What You ThinkJOHN DAVERSA | The JAZZIZ Podcast #15John Daversa is one of today's foremost trumpeters, as well as a multi-GRAMMY-winning artist and the current Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at The Frost School of Music. Throughout his career, he led many projects of several configurations, from large orchestral works to smaller combo sessions. In our JAZZIZ Podcast conversation with the artist, we talk about his personal history and formative years, as well as some of his recent prolific and remarkable recording schedule. He also introduces to us his latest exciting project: a duo collaboration with acclaimed pianist Tal Cohen on The Art of Duo, Vol. 1.2023-02-0227 min
Adult Music“A Trumpet Toast: Adult Music #100”In this episode, we discuss recordings of “Trumpet Concertos” by Lucienne Renaudin Vary & Luzerner Sinfonieorchester / Michael Sanderling, “Seraph” by Tine Thing Helseth & Ensemble Allegria, “Alchemy - New Music For Trumpet and Orchestra” by Fábio Brum & Real Orquesta Sinfónica de Sevilla / Noam Zur, “Confluence” by Sean Gibbs, “Big Band” by Juan Pablo Salvo, and “Live at Catalina’s, Vol. 02” by John Daversa.
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This is OklahomaThis is Brian Gorrell - UCO Jazz LabOn this episode we talk Oklahoma music with UCO's Director of Jazz studies Brian Gorrell.
Brian W. Gorrell serves as Director of Jazz Studies for the nationally respected program at the University of Central Oklahoma Jazz Lab in Edmond, Oklahoma. A former member of the Lawrence Welk Orchestra among many other professional accolades, Gorrell also serves as Advisor for UCO’s Master of Music in Jazz Studies and Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance, teaches Applied Saxophone, and directs the award winning "UCO Jazz Ensemble I". Under his direction, UCO’s top jazz group has been recognized for o...2022-07-1254 min
Deep Space Podcast - hosted by Marcelo Tavaresweek399 Deep Space Podcast
E ae!Welcome to Deep Space Podcast! Many thanks for listening.
Today you gonna listen an amazing guestmix by Chris Thompson-Taylor, 4x Grammy award winning Jazz saxophonist (3x John Daversa American Dreamers Project 2019, 1x Brian Lynch Omni-American Bookclub 2020), DJ and producing Electronic Music off and on since 2009 based in New York City, USA.
Please check more detailed information about Chris in the link below:Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/jazzallnitelong/about
Enjoy the week399!
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1st hour mixed by Marcelo Tavares1) Dave...2022-07-112h 00
The Holmes Archive of Electronic MusicThe Polyphonic Synth Journey of Fusion JazzEpisode 74
The Polyphonic Synth Journey of Fusion Jazz
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Jan Hammer, “Darkness / Earth In Search Of A Sun” from The First Seven Days (1975 Atlantic). I am including two versions of the same track from Jan Hammer, a master synthesist who moved from monophonic to polyphonic synths gradually, making the best used of the expressive qualities of each technologh. This track is from 1975 and uses Oberheim modules, probably the 2-voice or even 4-voice, but along with the Minimoog and what sounds like an uncredited Mellotron. Hammer was insistent in the notes for this solo...2022-06-281h 32
Mar AfueraMar Afuera - CambiasteAshley Pezzotti, John Daversa y Martin Bejerano son los protagonista de esta emisión. Sus carreras artisticas estan muy vinculadas a la Universidad de Miami. Los centros académicos son vitales para que el género del jazz se mantenga con vida. Pintura: Daniel Arango. Programa del 5 de junio del 2022. Transmitido por Radio Gramola (Cataluña), CBF Web Radio(Portugal) y Compasillo Radio (Rep.Dom.)Thanks for listening. Follow us on Instagram under mar. afuera and contact us at rmieses@yahoo.com. Mar Afuera is also available at www.mixcloud.com/rafael-mieses/2022-06-1158 min
Better Sax PodcastAlex Hahn - How to Find Your Own Musical PersonalityAlex Hahn is a multi-award winning saxophonist and composer based in Los Angeles, California. Still early in his career, Hahn has had the opportunity to perform with many renowned artists such as Herbie Hancock, Esperanza Spalding, Bob Mintzer, Russell Ferrante, Bob Reynolds, and John Daversa. He also recorded on Michael Bublé’s last two albums, “Nobody but Me” and “love.” In addition, Hahn has performed and taught all over the world including the Panama Jazz Festival, Sitka Jazz Festival, and at International Jazz Day in Havana, Cuba and St. Petersburg, Russia.
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Jazz Round TableJazz Round Table #18 - Instrumentalists Who SingTrumpet Night
Each of these three Trumpet Players have incredible resumes and they also play in Gordon Goodwin's Big Phat Band together! Really great stories and some insights into trumpet playing, high notes, and who they are listening to now!
Wayne Bergeron
Wayne Bergeron is enjoying a career as one of the most sought-after musicians in the world. Studio sessions, film dates, international touring, jazz concerts, guest appearances, and clinics keep him busy not only in his hometown of Los Angeles, but worldwide. Maybe Grammy winning composer and bandleader, Gordon Goodwin said it best, “Wayne is a once in a life...2022-06-071h 07
Playin' Around With PlaybookPlayin' Around With Playbook: Alex HahnAlex Hahn is a multi-award winning saxophonist and composer based in Los Angeles, California. Still early in his career, Hahn has had the opportunity to perform with many renowned artists such as Herbie Hancock, Esperanza Spalding, Bob Mintzer, Russell Ferrante, Bob Reynolds, and John Daversa. He also recorded on Michael Bublé’s last two albums, “Nobody but Me” and “love.” In addition, Hahn has performed and taught all over the world including the Panama Jazz Festival, Sitka Jazz Festival, and at International Jazz Day in Havana, Cuba and St. Petersburg, Russia.2022-05-1216 min
九霄电台【劲哥金曲】Good Day SunshineWhat a wonderful world-赵雨Love Will Tear Us Apart-BellestarWaterloo Sunset (Acoustic)Good Day Sunshine-John Daversa/Renee OlsteadWhy Worry-Nana MouskouriMrs.Cold-Flora Martinez2022-04-2121 min
Playin' Around With PlaybookPlayin' Around With Playbook: Bijon WatsonHey everyone! Trista back with another Playin’ Around With Playbook update. To kick off the new year, I spoke with trumpeter and educator Bijon Watson.Bijon Watson’s career as a musician and educator spans more than 25 years and has taken him around the globe to perform for audiences worldwide. Born in Boston, Massachusetts, Bijon began playing the trumpet at the age of 8. He attended the New England Conservatory of Music Preparatory School, and the University of Southern California, and was a member of the 1994 Disney All-American College Band and 1995 Disney/Grammy All-American College Jazz Band.Bi...2022-03-1414 min
The Jazz SessionThe Jazz Session #588: Jared SchonigDrummer Jared Schonig is much-loved both in the New York jazz community and amongst Broadway musicians. He took on the gargantuan, brilliant task of releasing a double album, “Two Takes Volumes 1 & 2”, on Anzic Records in September 2021. The recording features quartet renditions of his music, followed by big band arrangements of the same repertoire by eight of the great arrangers working today-Jim McNeely, Miho Hazama, Darcy James Argue, Alan Ferber, Laurence Hobgood, Brian Krock, John Daversa and Mike Holober. The result is musically exciting and impressive, bridging the gaps between big band jazz sounds, progressive rock and contemporary jazz.
...2022-02-2359 minThe Jazz SessionThe Jazz Session #588: Jared SchonigDrummer Jared Schonig is much-loved both in the New York jazz community and amongst Broadway musicians. He took on the gargantuan, brilliant task of releasing a double album, “Two Takes Volumes 1 & 2”, on Anzic Records in September 2021. The recording features quartet renditions of his music, followed by big band arrangements of the same repertoire by eight of the great arrangers working today-Jim McNeely, Miho Hazama, Darcy James Argue, Alan Ferber, Laurence Hobgood, Brian Krock, John Daversa and Mike Holober. The result is musically exciting and impressive, bridging the gaps between big band jazz sounds, progressive rock and contemporary jazz.
...2022-02-2359 minPodcast Archives - The Jazz SessionThe Jazz Session #588: Jared SchonigDrummer Jared Schonig is much-loved both in the New York jazz community and amongst Broadway musicians. He took on the gargantuan, brilliant task of releasing a double album, “Two Takes Volumes 1 & 2”, on Anzic Records in September 2021. The recording features quartet renditions of his music, followed by big band arrangements of the same repertoire by eight of the great arrangers working today-Jim McNeely, Miho Hazama, Darcy James Argue, Alan Ferber, Laurence Hobgood, Brian Krock, John Daversa and Mike Holober. The result is musically exciting and impressive, bridging the gaps between big band jazz sounds, progressive rock and contemporary jazz.
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Improv Exchange PodcastEpisode #69: Jared HallTrumpeter, composer, and educator Jared Hall hails from Spokane, Washington. He studied at Whitworth University, the Indiana University Jacobs School Of Music, and The University Of Miami’s Frost School Of Music, where he received the degree Doctor of Musical Arts in 2015. His primary teachers include Terence Blanchard, Joey Tartell, Dan Keberle, Whit Sidener, David Baker, and Brian Lynch, under whom he pursued his doctoral studies. Hall is the winner of the 2013 National Trumpet Competition - Jazz Division, and has performed and recorded with Paquito D'Rivera, Bob Hurst, John Daversa, Arturo Sandoval, Maria Schneider, Vincent Herring, Peter Erskine, Dave Lieb...2021-10-251h 05
Straight No Chaser - A Jazz ShowPodcast 849: A Conversation with Jared SchonigWhen drummer/composer Jared Schonig says he wants to go big, he’s not kidding. The music on Schonig’s debut recordings as a leader on Anzic Records, Two Takes Vol. 1: Quintet & Vol. 2: Big Band are meticulously crafted, played with the freedom, abandon, joy and excellence that only top New York City players seem to truly capture simultaneously. With these recordings, Schonig now joins the growing fellowship of drummers fronting their own bands, from Brian Blade to Johnathan Blake to Tyshawn Sorey, as more and more drummers write and lead the group from behind the kit. As Jared...2021-09-2832 minAll That's JazzSeason 2 Episode 10 Daversa & MorellJohn Daversa is a multi-Grammy winning artist, composer, arranger, producer, bandleader, educator. Justin Morell is a composer, guitarist and educator whose work crosses genres between classical and jazz styles. The two have collaborated before, but the release of “All Without Words…variations inspired by Loren” is a project of deep personal meaning.
The theme is built around the spontaneous vocalizations of Morell’s autistic, nonverbal son, Loren. Our conversation takes us through the inspiration and development of the project.
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A Song Called LifeEpisode #37: Aaron SmithAaron Smith is a freelance trumpet player based in Los Angeles, CA. He also writes, arranges, and publishes music through his small business,TrumpetSmith Publishing (ASCAP).
As a freelance artist, Smith performs for live orchestral events, musical theatre, motion pictures, television, big band, and video games which have included ABC, BroadwayHD, Disney+, E3, Fathom Events, the Game Awards, Microsoft, PBS’ Live from Lincoln Center, Riot Games, Spike, Touchstone Pictures, Universal, and Warner Brothers. He has appeared on Dancing with the Stars, Encore!, Ellen, the LATE LATE Show, and the Voice. Ensemble appearances include the Hol...2021-08-302h 33
Bringin' it BackwardsInterview with Kabir SehgalWe had the pleasure of interviewing Kabir Sehgal over Zoom video!Multi-GRAMMY Award (6x) and Latin GRAMMY Award-winning (5x) producer/artist Kabir Sehgal collaborates with leading BIPOC and women artists on his latest EP, Threshold, set for release on Tiger Turn (eOne) on Friday, August 27, 2021. An Indian American producer with more than 70 album credits to his name, Kabir Sehgal releases four singles leading up to Threshold with each showcasing the complexities of finding love and discovering one's individual identity. Threshold features pop sensation Sonna Rele (vocalist on "Strong" in Disney's motion picture, Cinderella) on the first single, "Somewhere Be...2021-08-2629 min
Babel FMJazz al día 186. Melody Gardot, Gregory Tardy, Ramon Valle y másFrancesco Zampini, Mathias Sandberg, Hidefumi Toki, John Daversa Quintet, John Helliwell.2021-01-111h 00
Frost Sessions#5: Recording Music in Quarantine with Jorge Mejia and John DaversaLatin GRAMMY Nominee, President of SONY/ATV Publishing, and Frost alumnus, Jorge Mejia interviews multi-GRAMMY award winner, composer, bandleader, and Frost faculty member, John Daversa. Their conversation centers around Daversa’s most recent album, CUARENTENA: WITH FAMILY AT HOME, which was recorded during quarantine. Discover how music can heal people, navigate through tough times, and strengthen the human spirit.2020-12-0127 min
Music For The New RevolutionEpisode 18: July 4th/America/Patriotism (Part 2)The 18th episode of the "Music For The New Revolution" podcast features Part 2 of music and discussion about the USA, Patriotism and Nationalism, for July 4th weekend (and beyond). Don't worry: we followed social distancing rules - David & Rodney recorded this podcast from their respective locations via Zoom. This episode includes music from Gary Clark Jr., A Tribe Called Quest, Paul Robeson, Earl Robinson, Chely Wright, Dan Bern, John Daversa Big Band, Keb' Mo', Lea Morris, Dave Kinnoin & Jimmy Hammer, Little Steven Van Zandt, and Jackson Browne, as well as Woody Guthrie, Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, Aztec Two-Step, Green...2020-07-061h 14
Everyone Loves GuitarJerry Watts Jr.Jerry Watts Jr. Interview: Moving to LA as an act of blind faith, his long-term sobriety, working with Andy Summers, John Daversa, Billy Idol, Dave Stewart, Herbie Hancock, Ginger Baker, Keith Emerson, Simon Philipps (w Steve Vai and Paul Gilbert), Mylene Farmer, Dr. John, Andrae Crouch… work ethic, operating out of his comfort zone musically, having greater acceptance and less need to control, swimming, Senegal, Kenya, the beauty of never worrying. Great convo! Jerry has held down the bottom as a first-call LA session player, for Don Grusin, Airto Moreira & Flora Purim, Sergio Mendes, Sheryl Crow, Stephen Bi...2020-05-2500 min
Let's Talk Off The PodiumJohn DaversaJohn Daversa is a multi-Grammy winning artist, composer, arranger, producer, bandleader, educator, and Chair of Studio Music and Jazz at The Frost School of Music, University of Miami. Daversa’s celebrated and distinctive musical perspective has been a passport to performances on world stages such as The Today Show, Late Nite with David Letterman, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Live 8 (Berlin), Hamburg Music Festival, Java Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Montreal Jazz Festival, Montreux Festival, and the Playboy Jazz Festival. He has also had the opportunity to perform or record with artists such as Fiona Apple, Michael Bublé, Dori...2020-05-0232 min
Mike’s Moment Of...Mike's Moment Of... Music: Life NegotiationsHe’s a drummer, teacher, composer, father and one of my best friends in the world. From his home in Stockolm, Sweden, we meet Mr. Andersson. We talk about life and career and adjustments to expectations on episode 10 of Mike’s Moment Of… Music: Life Negotiations with Michael Andersson. Michael Andersson is a freelance drummer with touring and recording credits worldwide. Graduated from Berklee College of Music were he studied under Prof. Ed Kaspik and Prof. Rob Kaufman. Born 1975 in Borås, a small town on the west coast of Sweden, Michael started taking lessons at the p...2020-04-2056 min
Mike's Moment Of... PodcastMike's Moment Of... Music: Life NegotiationsHe’s a drummer, teacher, composer, father and one of my best friends in the world. From his home in Stockolm, Sweden, we meet Mr. Andersson. We talk about life and career and adjustments to expectations on episode 10 of Mike’s Moment Of… Music: Life Negotiations with Michael Andersson. Michael Andersson is a freelance drummer with touring and recording credits worldwide. Graduated from Berklee College of Music were he studied under Prof. Ed Kaspik and Prof. Rob Kaufman. Born 1975 in Borås, a small town on the west coast of Sweden, Michael started taking lessons at the p...2020-04-2056 min
爵士大叔【直播回听】三座格莱美获奖小号手John Daversa查看节目原文：https://www.ximalaya.com/sound/1716497572019-03-272h 01
Everything Saxophone PodcastEpisode 032 - Alex Hahn; Social media and the role it plays in today's landscape for musiciansThis week we got a chance to speak with the immensely talented young saxophonist, Alex Hahn. Alex is based in Los Angeles and is doing really big things in the music world. He has performed with some of the best musicians in the business during his career including, Hancock, Esperanza Spalding, Bob Mintzer, Peter Erskine, John Clayton, Russell Ferrante, and John Daversa. He also recorded on Michael Bublé’s latest album, “Nobody but Me.” Alex is a breath of fresh air in the music world. Someone who is not afraid to utilize social media, produce amazing video content...2018-11-0852 min
Hip-BoneMusic presents BONE2PICKJohn DaversaBone2Pick hits the road and heads to the sunshine state for a dynamic sit down with the brilliant and incomparable John Daversa. Multiple Grammy Award nominee and Chair of the Studio Music and Jazz program at the preeminent Frost School of Music of the University of Miami, John generously shares his insight, vision and passion on a variety of topics including his love for teaching and his students, leading and writing for his renown John Daversa Progressive Big Band, building his exceptionally successful career as a player, composer and educator in Los Angeles, what it takes to get into...2018-03-0548 minJazzrockTVJazzrockTV #112 John DaversaInterview with 3 times GRAMMY 2017 nominee JOHN DAVERSA. His fabulous album KALEIDOSKOPE EYES Music of the Beatles got nominated for BEST LARGE JAZZ ENSEMBLE, BEST ARRANGEMENT INSTRUMENTAL and BEST ARRANGEMENT INSTRUMENTS & VOCALS.2016-12-1739 min
Neon Jazz KCJazz Trumpeter & Composer John Daversa Plugs Neon JazzJohn Daversa is a versatile and internationally respected performer (Trumpet/EVI), composer, arranger, producer, bandleader, educator, and BFM Jazz recording artist. He is a winner of the Herb Alpert Award, David Joel Miller Award, the National Trumpet Competition, the ITG Jazz Soloist Competition, and was a finalist in the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition.
Neon Jazz is a radio program airing since 2011. Hosted by Joe Dimino and Engineered by John Christoper in Kansas City, Missouri giving listeners a journey into one of America's finest inventions. Take a listen on KCXL (102.9 FM / 1140 AM) out of Liberty, MO on Saturday Mornings from 7:00...2016-06-0300 min
Wake Up HollywoodZane CarneyZane Carney currently plays lead guitar for Spider-Man Turn Off The Dark on Broadway with Los Angeles based Interscope Recording act CARNEY.
Born and half-raised in NYC, Zane moved to Los Angeles as a child and developed an affinity for the guitar in Junior High when he started performing at local blues clubs. After attending Hamilton High School Academy of Music and touring Japan with the Monterey National All-Star Big Band, he began his collegiate studies at University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music majoring in Studio/Jazz Guitar. As a Guitarist and former Oboist, many of his schooling...2014-10-2255 min
The Other Side Of The Bell - A Trumpet PodcastEpisode 3 - John Clyman, Jay DaversaThis episode features Bob Reeves sharing some stories about Hollywood legend John Clyman. Our special guest in the studio is Jay Daversa (www.jaydaversa.com). Jay's career started at a young age with appearances on TV. Later, he joined Stan Kenton's band before settling in Los Angeles and becoming one of the most in demand studio session players around.2013-05-1558 minJazzrockTVJazzrockTV #18 John Daversa Progressive Big BandThe John Daversa Progressive Big Band live at the Baked Potato Jazz Club in Studio City, CA and a short interview with John.2010-10-0419 min