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Neon Jazz InterviewsMike Pagan Talks 2025 Lee’s Summit Jazz Festival, Paganova & Life in JazzWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. We catch up with veteran jazz pianist, composer, and educator Mike Pagan to talk about the upcoming 2025 Lee’s Summit Jazz Festival happening on Saturday, June 28th, at The Bridge Space in downtown Lee’s Summit, Missouri.A proud 20-year resident of Lee’s Summit, Mike shares why this festival's growing reputation pulled him in—and how it feels to be performing in his own community. With over 200 gigs a year, Mike is one of the hardest-working cats in jazz today. His latest project, Paganova, blends fresh arrangements...2025-05-2115 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsKC Jazz Legend Stan Kessler Talks Horacescope & 2025 Lee’s Summit Jazz FestivalWe catch up with veteran Kansas City-based jazz musician and educator Stan Kessler as he prepares to perform at the 2nd Annual Lee’s Summit Jazz Festival on Saturday, June 28, 2025. A beloved friend of Neon Jazz, Stan was part of the inaugural festival in 2024 and returns in 2025 by popular demand.🎶 He'll bring his celebrated project Horacescope — a heartfelt tribute to jazz legend Horace Silver — to the stage, sharing deep roots that trace back to the iconic Jardine’s era in Kansas City.In this interview, we dive into:His return to Lee’s Summit Jazz Festival 20...2025-05-1614 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsSilvano Monasterios – Venezuelan Jazz Pianist & Composer on His 2025 Album The River, Latin Rhythms & A Legacy of InnovationWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we speak with Venezuelan-born jazz virtuoso pianist and composer Silvano Monasterios. Known for his masterful technique, emotional depth, and genre-blending innovation, Silvano dives into the creation of his powerful new 2025 album The River and reflects on his inspiring musical journey from Caracas to the U.S. jazz scene.With a career spanning over three decades, Silvano Monasterios has earned international acclaim for his complex harmonic compositions, fiery Latin rhythms, and deep-rooted jazz improvisation. Trained in classical piano before transitioning into jazz, he draws influence fr...2025-05-1026 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsAaron Johnson on Jazz Radio & His New Book Jazz Radio AmericaWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series, featuring Professor of Music and Author Aaron Johnson. His latest book, Jazz Radio America (2025), delves into the rise and decline of jazz on the airwaves.Currently an associate professor of music at the University of Pittsburgh, Johnson traces jazz radio from its roots in Black radio (1948) to its disappearance from commercial stations after 1980. He explores jazz’s role in shaping American culture, its classification as Black classical music, and its impact as the soundtrack of African American resistance.In this in-depth conversation, we discuss:✅ The evo...2025-03-2041 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsSeasoned English Keyboardist & Leader of the Group Jazz Sabbath Adam WakemanWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. In this episode, we talk with seasoned English keyboardist and leader of Jazz Sabbath, Adam Wakeman, about his new 2024 album The 1968 Tapes, the history of Jazz Sabbath, and his remarkable journey in music.Jazz Sabbath was at the forefront of the UK jazz movement in the late ‘60s, recording two albums in 1969 that were thought to be lost—until now. Adam, the son of rock legend Rick Wakeman (Yes), began playing classical piano at just eight years old and has since built an extraordinary career. He has spent the...2025-02-2228 min
Weekend Jazz MeetupWeekend Jazz Meetup #379 + 9 Sheeps J-jazz Playlist 183[Weekend Jazz Meetup #379]
先週に引き続き、変則で１時間のプログラムとなっていますが、
今週も、Weekend Jazz Meetupに続けて9匹の羊もお届けしましたので
拡大版になっています！
2月21日（土）にお届けした作品：
1 UoU #UoU / NG（2021年のアルバム「You Owe You」から）
2 Mai Sugimoto #MaiSugimoto / Cheeky（2018年のアルバム「Born-Raised」から）
3 Erika Matsuo #松尾恵理佳 / Both Sides Now（2021年のアルバム「Here and Now」から）
4 Yuto Mitomi #三富悠斗/ Same Sky, Same Night（2025年2月リリースの新譜「Epicycle」から）
5 YOKO #Yoko / La Pastillita（2008年のアルバム「Yoko La Japonesa Salsera」から）
6 Torhovocco Gakudan #トルホヴォッコ楽団 / 涙はあいのすむところ REMIX（2024年のEP「Piano e Vento」から）
7 Yoko Komori #小森陽子 / Burning Jazz Ladies （2022年のアルバム「コモリズム」から）
8 Hitomi Yamakami #ヤマカミヒトミ / Mata Itsuka（2015年のアルバム「As We Are」から）
[ J-jazz Playlist 183]
HOME特集Pt.2
1 Yasushi Nakamura #中村恭士 / Hometown（2017年のアルバム「HOMETOWN」から）
2 James Zollar feat. Nabuko Kiryu #霧生ナブ子 / Take The Subway Home（2009年のアルバム「Zollar Systems」から）
3 Satoshi Inoue & Peter Bernstein #井上智 / Going Home Whistle（2003年のアルバム「Guitars Alone」から）
4 Erika Matsuo #松尾恵理佳 / Home（2021年のアルバム「Here and Now」から）
5 Daisuke Abe #阿部大輔 / On My Way Back Home （2005年のアルバム「On My Way Back Home」から）
6 UoU #UoU / Home（2010年のアルバム「Home」から）
7 Double Bass Double Voice #DBDV / Bring It On Home to Me（2015年のアルバム「Ribbon In The Sky」から）
8 Jun Furuya #古谷淳 / Home（2011年のアルバム「Home Songs」から）
9 Nobuki Takamen #高免信喜 / Homeward Bound（2012年のアルバム「Three W...2025-02-221h 49
Neon Jazz InterviewsAtlanta-based Jazz Drummer, Composer, Arranger and Bandleader Dave PotterWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. We catch up with Atlanta-based jazz drummer, composer, arranger, and bandleader Dave Potter to discuss his highly anticipated 2025 album, Retro Groove 2.On his third album as a leader, Dave brings a fresh jazz perspective to classic '80s hits from artists like Whitney Houston, Rush, The Isley Brothers, Toto, and more. His early fascination with the funk and fusion drumming of Billy Cobham and Dennis Chambers led him to a pivotal moment—discovering Tony Williams' work with the Miles Davis Quintet, which shaped his jazz journey.Today, Da...2025-02-2025 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsKansas City-based Jazz Saxophonist & Bandleader Henry ScamurraWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! We catch up with Kansas City-based jazz saxophonist & bandleader Henry Scamurra to discuss his highly anticipated 2025 debut album, Urban Forum.This exciting new project features vibraphonist Isaiah Petrie, bassist Spencer Reeve, and drummer Jade Harvey, delivering eight selections that honor and connect to Kansas City’s rich jazz tradition. Raised in St. Joseph, MO, Henry is currently pursuing a BM in Jazz Studies at UMKC's Conservatory. At just 16, he was selected for the 2020 Jazz Band of America, marking the start of an impressive journey in jazz. Over the past...2025-02-1931 minWeekend Jazz MeetupWeekend Jazz Meetup #378 + 9 Sheeps J-jazz Playlist 1822月15日（土）にお届けした作品：
先週に引き続き、変則で１時間のプログラムとなっていますが、
今週は、Weekend Jazz Meetupに続けて9匹の羊もお届けしましたので
拡大版になっています！
Weekend Jazz Meetup #378
1 Kuriko Tsugawa #津川久里子 / Newborn（2022年のアルバム「Precious」から）
2 Yuko Ito #伊東友子 /O Roncou Da Cuica（2024年のアルバム「Seduzir」から）
3 Akiko Pavolka’s House Of Illusion #パヴォルカアキコ / Last Train（2009年のアルバム「Bridge」から）
4 Yuto Mitomi #三富悠斗/ Moony Night（2025年2月リリースの新譜「Epicycle」から）
5 Hitomi Yamakami #ヤマカミヒトミ / apivara（2015年のアルバム「As We Are」から）
6 Torhovocco Gakudan #トルホヴォッコ楽団 / にこぷん（2024年のEP「Piano e Vento」から）
7 UoU #UoU / Shikanoshima Drive（2021年のアルバム「You Owe You」から）
8 YOKO #Yoko / La Tirana（2008年のアルバム「Yoko La Japonesa Salsera」から）
9 Shinpei Ruike & George Nakajima #類家心平 #中嶋錠二 / Suiren（2022年のアルバム「Duo」から）
10 Nobuki Takamen #高免信喜 / Wonderful Days（2014年のアルバム「Solo Guitar」から）
[9 J-jazz Playlist 182]
ニューヨーク特集：
1 Miho Nobuzane #信実美穂 / 212（2007年のアルバム「Make You Happy」から）
2 Nobuki Takamen #高免信喜 / Gee, Seventh Avenue（2020年のアルバム「Life Is Now」から）
3 Rico Yuzen #RicoYuzen/ Manhattan（2018年のアルバム「I Wish You Love」から）
4 Toru Dodo #百々徹 /Nyucs (New York Underground Car Service) （2006年のアルバム「Dodo 3」から）
5 Dazz Dazz #YukoYoshida / Flushing（2024年のアルバム「Blue Glow」から）
6 UoU #UoU / Take The 7 Train（2013年のアルバム「Take The 7 Train」から）
7 Kiyoshi Kitagawa #北川潔 / Linden Blvd（2017年のアルバム「Turning Point」から）
8 Akiko Pavolka #AkikoPavolka / Sunset Park Bus Riders（2024年のアルバム「Into the Light」から）
9 Davy Mooney & Ko Omura #大村亘 / The Heigh...2025-02-171h 45
Neon Jazz InterviewsThomas Marriott Talks New Album Screen Time & Jazz Journey | Neon Jazz InterviewWelcome to another edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! This time, we catch up with Seattle-based Jazz Trumpeter, Composer & Producer Thomas Marriott to discuss his 2025 album, Screen Time and his incredible journey in jazz.On his 15th album as a leader, Marriott reimagines music from screens large and small—from Hollywood blockbusters to smartphone screens—through the lens of a state-of-the-art jazz quartet. Featuring an all-star lineup:🎹 Orrin Evans – Acclaimed pianist & producer🥁 Mark Whitfield Jr. – Rising star drummer🎻 Robert Hurst III – Jazz legend on bassA West Coast jazz powerhouse, Marriott has performed with Maynard Ferguson...2025-02-1535 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsBrooklyn-based Jazz Singer Marianne SolivanWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! This time, we catch up with acclaimed Brooklyn-based jazz singer Marianne Solivan to discuss her highly anticipated 2025 album, Break’s Over, and her journey in jazz.Known for her hard-swinging style, passionate vocals, and commanding stage presence, Solivan has established herself as one of the most dynamic jazz singers of her generation. With a career dedicated to elevating the jazz vocal tradition, she continues to captivate audiences with her joyous exuberance and sharp wit.In this exclusive interview, we explore:🎵 The inspiration behind Break’s Over2025-02-1423 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Pianist, Emcee & Composer Bennett Roth-NewellWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring jazz pianist, emcee, composer, and educator Bennett Roth-Newell. We catch up with him to discuss his highly anticipated 2025 album, It’ll Always Work Out, his passion for teaching the next generation of musicians, and his journey in the jazz world.With over 15 years in the industry, Bennett has been a prominent figure in the Bay Area jazz scene, performing extensively and making a lasting impact. In September 2024, he was honored as one of four recipients of the prestigious Leigh Weimers Emerging Artists Award.Join us as...2025-02-1125 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsPresident of the Jazz Journalists Association & Editorial Consultant of The Jazz Omnibus Howard MandelWelcome to a brand-new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring Howard Mandel—President of the Jazz Journalists Association and Editorial Consultant for The Jazz Omnibus. We caught up with this veteran jazz journalist, who brings five decades of experience, to discuss his latest book, The Jazz Omnibus: 21st-Century Photos and Writings.This 600-page collection is unrivaled as a self-selected “best works” anthology, featuring contributions from members of the Jazz Journalists Association (JJA). Inside, you’ll find international reports, interviews with major jazz figures, emerging artist profiles, biographical essays, memoirs, reviews, and stunning black-and-white action photography. The book is dedicat...2025-02-1029 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsBay Area Jazz Trumpeter, Arranger, Composer & Educator Erik JekabsonWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we catch up with Bay Area jazz trumpeter, arranger, composer, and educator Erik Jekabson to discuss his new 2025 album Breakthrough on Wide Hive Records and his dynamic career in the jazz world.A highly respected figure in the Bay Area jazz scene, Erik has performed with Galactic, John Mayer, and Kamasi Washington as part of Wide Hive’s Throttle Elevator Music. Beyond performing, he is a dedicated composer, arranger, bandleader, and educator, shaping the next generation of jazz musicians through his work at the Jazzschool i...2025-02-0922 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Kansas City-based Jazz Singer & Bandleader David WatsonWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Kansas City-based Jazz Singer & Bandleader David Watson .. He grew up Philadelphia PA and his musical career started in elementary school singing in talent shows and school concerts. When he was eight year old, he heard Ella Fitzgerald and that changed his life forever. Around ten years old, he started developing the art of scatting. Later in life, he landed a job as a bartender for four years at the World Class Jazz club, “The Showboat Jazz Theater.” That opened the door to a bevy of legends and he...2025-02-0635 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJacky Terrasson Interview | 2025 Smoke Jazz Shows & New Album "Moving"Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring renowned French jazz pianist Jacky Terrasson. We caught up with this jazz force while on tour in Cuba to discuss his latest 2024 album "Moving," upcoming 2025 shows at SMOKE Jazz Club in NYC (February 5-9, 2025), and his incredible journey over the past few years.
With a career spanning over 30 years, Jacky Terrasson has continuously reshaped and redefined the classic piano trio sound. Since our last interview in Summer 2020, his world has changed dramatically—now with shows booked out until 2026 and a busy schedule ahead. He also reflects on su...2025-02-0510 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Composer David Caffey on His 2025 Album At the Edge of SpringWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring David Caffey, a renowned jazz composer, arranger, conductor, and educator. We caught up with him to discuss his highly anticipated 2025 CD, At the Edge of Spring, and his lifelong contributions to jazz.
David Caffey’s compositions and arrangements have been performed worldwide, including in Australia, Belgium, Canada, China, France, Italy, Japan, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, and across the United States. His music has been featured at prestigious jazz festivals and concerts, solidifying his status as an internationally recognized talent.
In this interview, we explore:2025-02-0225 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVisions Jazz Ensemble’s Sam Butler & Garrett Fasig on Their 2025 Album Across the FieldWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series featuring Indiana-based jazz musicians Sam Butler and Garrett Fasig of the Visions Jazz Ensemble. We explore their innovative 2025 album, Across the Field, a groundbreaking project that transforms classic college fight songs into jazz masterpieces.
In the summer of 2023, Garrett and Sam were approached by the Timeless Music Project with an intriguing idea: What if traditional fight songs were reimagined for a jazz ensemble? This concept sparked a creative journey that merged two quintessentially American traditions—university fight songs and jazz improvisation.
After months of arranging and...2025-02-0114 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsDetroit Jazz Drummer Joe Syrian on ‘Secret Message’ & His Musical JourneyWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview Series, featuring Detroit-based veteran jazz drummer and bandleader Joe Syrian. In this exclusive conversation, we discuss his highly anticipated 2025 album, Secret Message, recorded with the renowned Motor City Jazz Octet.
The Motor City Jazz Octet is a celebrated jazz ensemble performing in Detroit’s top clubs, theaters, and concert venues, keeping the city’s rich jazz tradition alive. In this interview, Joe shares insights into his musical journey, the inspiration behind Secret Message, and his experiences as a leader in the jazz world.
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Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Drummer Brian Steever on Wire Town & the 2025 Album Riffin’ on GrandWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series, featuring veteran Kansas City jazz drummer Brian Steever as he discusses Wire Town and their upcoming 2025 album, Riffin’ on Grand.
Wire Town is a powerhouse jazz group comprised of Kansas City jazz legends, including guitarists Danny Embrey and Rod Fleeman, bassist Gerald Spaits, and drummer Brian Steever. Their latest album, Riffin’ on Grand, is the second release from Wire Town and the first featuring the group’s current lineup.
Captured live at the iconic Green Lady Lounge on May 12, 2024, these tracks showcase the band's deep musical chem...2025-01-2920 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsArgentinian-born, Brooklyn-based Jazz Pianist and Composer Santiago LeibsonWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Argentinian-born, Brooklyn-based Jazz Pianist and Composer Santiago Leibson .. We caught up with him bout new music, his life in jazz and well beyond. His music is situated in the frontier of jazz, improvised music, classical and contemporary music. As a bandleader, he has released four records and continues to be a grand active member of the NY music scene. Along with working with a bevy of cats in the jazz community, he continues to evolve and shine. Dig this story.
More Santiago - https://santiagoleibson.com...2024-12-2316 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsAward-Winning Jazz Pianist, Composer & Educator Zachary BartholomewWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Award-Winning Jazz Pianist, Composer & Educator Zachary Bartholomew .. From his base in Miami, we got into his new 2024 CD Balancing Act and a life living the jazz. These days, he maintains a highly active performance career as one of the most heavily sought-after pianists, accompanists, and sidemen in all of Florida. In both 2016 and 2017, he placed as one of the top three finalists in the highly acclaimed Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition. He has headlined at some of the top jazz venues and performing arts centers in the country an...2024-12-1926 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsColombian-born Jazz Flautist Daniel PardoWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Colombian-born Jazz Flautist Daniel Pardo .. We get into his new 2024 CD Ese Momento and a tremendous life in jazz from his base in Houston, Texas. On this solo leader debut, he infuses boleros with jazz, classical and latin influences in collaboration with Pianist/Arranger Sergio Pamies. This veteran musician has graced recordings and performances by artists from a wide range of styles and genres – jazz, western classical music, rock, and traditions from across the globe. He has toured or recorded with the likes of Jeff Coffin, Jake Shim...2024-12-1424 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsBrooklyn-based Jazz Guitarist and Composer Nico MorenoWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Brooklyn-based Jazz Guitarist and Composer Nico Moreno .. We talked to this native of Columbia about his new 2024 CD Cornerstone, a life in jazz, coming to America and so much more. This new project captures his journey of finding meaning in NYC as it explores modern jazz guitar, blending Latin American sounds and pop-rock elements to reflect Nico’s diverse musical influences. His playing is characterized by the convergence of different styles such as Latin American music, rock, and pop, deeply rooted in the jazz guitar tradition. He star...2024-11-3016 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsPercussionist, Educator & Foundation Executive Director - CNY Jazz Central Orchestra Larry LuttingerWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Percussionist, Educator & Foundation Executive Director of the CNY Jazz Central Orchestra Larry Luttinger .. We caught up with him to talk about the new 2024 CD If a White Horse from Jerusalem featuring NEA Jazz Master Dave Liebman, the history of the orchestra and his life in music. He has been part of the Syracuse Symphony Orchestra for over 20 years and has been an avid arts administrator, music educator and musician. As the founder and Executive Director of CNY Jazz Central, he oversees this not-for-profit performing organization that presents ja...2024-11-2527 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsAcclaimed Bebop Saxophonist Eric Alexander & Jazz Producer at Flushing Town Hall Clyde BullardWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Acclaimed Bebop Saxophonist Eric Alexander & Jazz Producer at Flushing Town Hall Clyde Bullard .. We caught up with them to talk about the November 22, 2024 show and recent projects, along with a host of surprises along the way. Flushing Town Hall recently launched an interactive Queens Jazz Trail Map highlighting the homes of the jazz legends in the borough of Queens. To emphasize the boroughs continued importance for jazz music, Flushing Town Hall frequently hosts acclaimed jazz musicians and NEA Jazz Masters. On November 22nd, it will present the wo...2024-11-2234 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsItaly-born, Ottawa University-based Jazz Guitarist Gennaro CaggianoWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Italy-born, Ottawa University-based Jazz Guitarist Gennaro Caggiano .. We caught him performing at the Voo Lounge in downtown Kansas City as a part of a jazz futures show sponsored by the Kansas City Jazz Ambassadors. Subsequently, we caught up with him and found out his fascinating story. From his beginnings on the piano in the old country to studying jazz guitar under Dan Thomas at Ottawa, we get into some great ground. Firm in the Kansas City live scene, things are expanding and we get into it. Dig in...2024-11-2026 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsLA-based Jazz Vocalist & Composer Maria Schafer Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with LA-based Jazz Vocalist & Composer Maria Schafer .. We talked to her about her new 2024 CD Here For You and an interesting story about how jazz became her career. This new project marks a pivotal moment in her career featuring six original compositions on an album firmly rooted in straight-ahead jazz, while showcasing her modern touch. Known for deeply connecting with audiences new and old, she interprets beloved jazz standards while also introducing the world to her own remarkably catchy and endearing original music. Drawing influences from folk and worl...2024-11-1422 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsLegendary Jazz Pianist Kenny BarronWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Legendary Jazz Pianist Kenny Barron .. We caught up with this brilliant artist about his new 2024 CD Beyond this Place, an upcoming Fall 2024 Tour and a life dedicated to jazz. He was honored by The National Endowment for the Arts as a 2010 Jazz Master and we asked him about what has meant the most in his career. The Los Angeles Times named him “one of the top jazz pianists in the world” and Jazz Weekly calls him “The most lyrical piano player of our time.” This Philadelphia born master talk...2024-11-0517 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Jazz Composer & Pianist Bevan MansonWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Composer & Pianist Bevan Manson .. We caught up with this busy music man about his new 2024 CD Talking to Trees – With the Hollywood Symphony and his long life in music. Recently an arranger for Manhattan Transfer vocalist Cheryl Bentyne’s Sondheim album, he has also arranged music for Village Vanguard Orchestra saxophonist Gary Smulyan and L.A. vocalist Cathy Segal Garcia. Currently a free-lance composer/arranger and jazz pianist in L.A. and points west, he has been a faculty member at New England Conservatory, Director of UC J...2024-10-2319 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Harmonica Virtuoso, Classical Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter, Arranger & Composer Enrico GranafeiWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Harmonica Virtuoso, Classical Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter, Arranger & Composer Enrico Granafei .. We caught up with this Italian-born, New Jersey-based former club owner about this new 2024 CD It’s Hard to Say Good-bye .. We get into his life as a musician, former business owner and well beyond .. He has a long history of musical experience which encompasses both Classical Music and Jazz. Following in the tradition of the legendary Toots Thielemans, he began to explore new possibilities for the harmonica, an instrument too often associated solely with Rock and Blu...2024-10-1727 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsChicago-born, NYC-based Jazz Vocal Sensation Julia DanielleWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Chicago-born, NYC-based Jazz Vocal Sensation Julia Danielle .. We caught up with this rising star on her new 2024 CD Self Titled Debut Album and her life in jazz. It is full of original arrangements of cherished jazz standards. As the 2022 International Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition Winner, Julia got to perform alongside The Tierney Sutton Band at the renowned Blues Alley Jazz Club in Washington D.C. and since then, has led her own band and music at the incomparable venue. She also won DownBeat’s 46th annual Student Mu...2024-10-1122 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Milwaukee-based Jazz Vocalist Marcya DaneilleWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Milwaukee-based Jazz Vocalist Marcya Daneille .. Her career embodies the rich tradition and vibrant innovation of jazz music. With her eclectic background and extensive performance history, her journey in jazz is a testament to the genre's enduring appeal and continual evolution. Born in Germany and seasoned in vibrant cultural centers like England, Italy, and New York City, her music blends traditional jazz standards with influences from Motown and beyond, offering a contemporary twist on classic sounds. It’s an ongoing narrative of jazz, filled with passion, innovation, and...2024-09-1827 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsKansas City-based Jazz Bassist Spencer ReeveWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based Jazz Bassist Spencer Reeve .. We caught up with this young, aspiring and hungry player on the thriving Kansas City jazz scene. By way of Fresno, California, he came to the University of Kansas to learn under the veteran sage player Matt Otto. These days, he is playing jazz and more multiple nights each week in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area and around the country at venues such as Jazz at Lincoln Center, Leid Center Kansas, Green Lady Lounge and Corvino's Supper Club. Over 4 years, he bui...2024-09-1631 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Jazz Vocalist, Pianist & Educator Suzanne PittsonWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Vocalist, Pianist & Educator Suzanne Pittson .. We talked with this prolific and accomplished artist about her new 2024 CD Emerge Dancing and a great life in jazz. These days she is living in New York and grew up in a musical family, She began piano studies at age 8. She subsequently earned a Bachelor of Music and Master of Arts in Music (as a classical pianist) from San Francisco State University, before turning her attention to jazz voice. Suzanne has been recognized for her musicianship and improvisational skills, ca...2024-09-1428 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsMontreal-based Jazz Composer & Saxophonist Benjamin DeschampsWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Montreal-based Jazz Composer & Saxophonist Benjamin Deschamps .. As a leader of the band No Codes, he talked to the show about his new 2024 CD Usual Suspect. On their second album, this instrumental jazz collective continues to push the boundaries of contemporary jazz. The group’s main artistic philosophy is to explore and challenge the expected norms and conventions in jazz. Since 2018, the group has evolved toward a more collective approach, blurring the lines between composition and improvisation. It was through his classical music background that Benjamin discovered jazz to fina...2024-09-0616 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsSwedish Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist Gunhild Carling on the 2024 CD Jazz is my LifestyleWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Swedish Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist Gunhild Carling on the 2024 CD Jazz is my Lifestyle .. We caught up with this creative force while on tour in France to talk about this impressive new release. Replete with her own artwork and originals, it’s another monumental step for this veteran musician always making the world brighter with her infectious blend of upbeat jazz. Dig this interview.
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Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Guitarist, Composer & Educator Philip WeberndoerferWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Guitarist, Composer & Educator Philip Weberndoerfer .. We caught up with this rising jazz musician about his new 2024 CD Tides and a live in jazz. Originally from Germany, he has been thriving in the pursuit of music since his early childhood in the countryside of Bavaria. He has been portrayed as a resourceful visionary with a highly expressive yet sensitive and intricate voice on the instrument. Since his arrival to New York in 2016, Philip has steadily been contributing to the Jazz scene as a bandleader and sideman. Dig hi...2024-08-2722 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Artist, Composer, Educator & Cultural Seeder Jonathan SuazoWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Artist, Composer, Educator & Cultural Seeder Jonathan Suazo .. We caught up with this rising jazz star about his new 2024 CD Ricano Live in 2023, surviving COVID, growing up in Puerto Rico and beyond .. This award-winning artist opened up about this album that is a unique Afro Caribbean Jazz concept that blends the sounds of Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic. Jonathan was named one of the top ten emerging Jazz artists of 2023 by the GRAMMYS and has gone on to receive many honors. This star is on the rise an...2024-08-1732 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Jazz Saxophonist, Arranger & Educator Leigh PilzerWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Saxophonist, Arranger & Educator Leigh Pilzer .. We caught up with her to talk about the new 2024 CD Beating the Odds, getting through COVID, living jazz and beyond. This Washington, DC native and veteran artist has been around the best like the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra, The DIVA Jazz Orchestra, the Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra, the National Symphony Orchestra, Baltimore’s Soulful Symphony, and more. She is also a bandleader in her own right, leading the Leigh Pilzer Startet. We get into her stellar career and so much...2024-08-0626 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Los Angeles Jazz Pianist Chad EdwardsWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz Interview series .. On this episode, we talk with Veteran Los Angeles Jazz Pianist Chad Edwards .. We caught up with him about his new 2024 CD Wyoming Roads and a divine world he has had in the jazz arts. He has been active in the LA area jazz scene for over four decades, performing in a wide range of musical settings. While studying at Princeton University, he played with the jazz-rock band Spiral, as well as with guitarist Stanley Jordan, and then co-founded and toured with the fusion band Slow Burn after mo...2024-08-0520 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsLos Angeles-based Jazz Singer Natalie JacobWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Los Angeles-based Jazz Singer Natalie Jacob .. We talked about her new and debut2024 CD Sooner or Later, surviving COVID and her career is jazz. This native Angelino spent her high school summers working as an usher at the Hollywood Bowl hearing many of the jazz greats and immediately fell in love with the music. This initial album showcases her stellar vocals on jazz standards, bossa nova and selections from the Great American Songbook. She initially launched her solo career in 2010 with the late Larry Feldman serving as her...2024-07-3025 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Trumpeter, Composer, Producer, Arranger & Educator Julien KnowlesWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Trumpeter, Composer, Producer, Arranger & Educator Julien Knowles .. We caught up with him about his new 2024 CD As Many, as One. He is of the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Class of 2023 and was mentored by numerous legendary jazz artists like Terri Lyne Carrington, Herbie Hancock, Walter Smith III, and Wayne Shorter. During his time in the full-fellowship graduate program Julien toured internationally with pianist and mentor Herbie Hancock. .Since moving to Los Angeles in 2021, he has toured the United States with Louis Cole and performed as a si...2024-07-2732 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran UK-based Jazz Harpist Amanda WhitingWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran UK-based Jazz Harpist Amanda Whiting .. We caught up with her to talk about her new 2024 CD The Limitility of Her, surviving COVID and a very interesting life in jazz. She has always had a love for pop and jazz and after supporting Jamie Cullum in a local charity event, her new path was set. One of the highlights of her career has been performing at International Jazz festivals across the world with Jazz trumpeter Matthew Halsall and the Gondwana Orchestra. She is on an instrument very fe...2024-07-0919 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsIsraeli-born Jazz Alto Saxophonist & Composer Tevet SelaWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Israeli-born Jazz Alto Saxophonist & Composer Tevet Sela .. We caught up with him to discuss his new 2024 CD Sweet Tears and his career in jazz. Since moving to Montreal in 2010, he has quickly become a prominent figure in Canada’s vibrant jazz scene. His first seven albums have received rave reviews. This latest album is a deeply personal and emotional album, one that aims straight for the heart. For over two decades, he has performed at countless international jazz festivals and venues, and was nominated for prestigious awards. Dig...2024-07-0712 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Drummer, Composer & Educator Holly ChannellWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Drummer, Composer & Educator Holly Channell .. We caught up with her to talk about her new 2024 CD Not Just a Standard, giving birth in COVID and a good life in jazz. She chose to do her debut album with arranged jazz standards because that’s how she learned to play and appreciate this music. Based in Boston, she plays everything from Straight Jazz to Pop and Rock. Recently off a tour celebrating the Academy Award Winning lyricist Dorothy Fields, she is always busy and evolving. Dig this story...2024-06-1622 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsKansas City-based Jazz Champion, Educator, Musician & ISJA Supporter Mike ParkinsonWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Kansas City-based Jazz Champion, Educator, Musician & ISJA Supporter Mike Parkinson .. We caught up with Mike to talk about a long life lived in the jazz world as a musician, educator and advocate. Specifically, we honed in on a June 9, 2024 benefit concert that will take place at the Westport Coffeehouse Theater. With the support of the International Relations Council and Saint Louis Polonia, this is a benefit concert for the 2024 International Summer Jazz Academy (ISJA) which takes place July 21-28 in Krakow, Poland. He has been associated with the...2024-06-0621 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsSouth African-based Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Linda TshabalalaWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with South African-based Jazz Saxophonist & Composer Linda Tshabalala .. She won best newcomer in jazz for her debut album titled "Convergence: Bekezela Siyeza" at the Mzansi Jazz Awards in South Africa and was nominated for Jazz Artist of the Year at the Basad In Music Awards. We cover this debut album, her life in music and so much more. Dig …
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Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Saxophonist Klas Lindquist on Being Named the 2023 Album of the YearWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist Klas Lindquist on Being Named the 2023 Album of the Year .. He has received quit a bit of positive press about his latest 2023 album "Alternative Source of Energy”, but he just received the highest honor by the Swedish jazz magazine Orkesterjournalen as "The jazz album of the year in Sweden 2023”. This is the world's oldest jazz magazine and compounds all the good news going on in a career that is one the rise. We caught up with him on a trip to New York City to discuss a be...2024-06-0105 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsMexico-based Jazz Pianist Emilio ReynaWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Mexico-based Jazz Pianist Emilio Reyna .. From his base in Mexico City, he opened up about his new 2024 CD Los Niños Perdidos, along with a great life in the jazz. He stands as a forward-thinking musician aiming to push the possibilities of modern improvised music while maintaining a sense of sincerity and tradition. His interest in jazz led him to pursue undergraduate and graduate studies in Jazz Composition and Performance at McGill University, Montreal. He has since established himself as one of the most sought-after musicians on the...2024-05-3024 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Pianist George Cooper of the Jazz DefendersWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Pianist George Cooper of the Jazz Defenders .. We caught up with him about the new 2024 Album Memory in Motion out on Haggis Records. On this new project, they continue to distinctly ‘defend’ the legacy of some of the classic hard bop greats such as Horace Silver, Lee Morgan and Art Blakey, they begin to evolve their modern soul jazz slant to combine solid grooves and catchy horn lines with a collaborative and all-encompassing sound, fusing soul, jazz, hip hop, soundtrack and groove into a masterful union that lea...2024-05-1722 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Jazz Pianist Andy EzrinWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Pianist Andy Ezrin .. On a stroll through Harlem, we get into his new 2024 CD I Was Here, his busy life on the road, surviving COVID and an illustrious career in jazz. He is one of the many-sided and multi-faceted Jazz piano men, for whom finger-work and artwork, the roles of intricate jazz poet and nightly piano player, coincide. The hardest working man in Jazz, his enthusiasms and capacities are as truly boundless as his skills are ridiculous. Dig this whole story.
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Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Kansas City-based Jazz Saxophonist, Teacher & Visionary Christopher Burnett on the 2024 Album Originals & LS Jazz FestWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Kansas City-based Jazz Saxophonist, Teacher & Visionary Christopher Burnett on the 2024 Album Originals .. Mr. Burnett is a great friend of Neon Jazz, the Kansas City jazz world and the global community of musicians. We caught up with him to discuss his latest and impressive 2024 release called Originals. It’s a homage to family and he’s joined by stellar Kansas City talents like vibraphonist Greg Carroll, bassist Gerald Spaits, guitarist Will Matthews and pianist Roger Wilder. We also discuss his involvement in the 1st Annual Lee’s Summit...2024-05-0740 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsEntrepreneur, Jazz Fest Promoter, Community Leader & President of Bridge Space in Lee’s Summit, MO Ben RaoWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Entrepreneur, Community Leader, Jazz Fest Organizer & President of Bridge Space in Lee’s Summit, MO .. He is a lifelong entrepreneur who loves helping others succeed and move their businesses forward. He has many years of experience working in marketing technology, senior living industry, real estate investment and membership or community-based businesses. He is a lover of design, beautification and rehabbing properties. We caught up with him about the 1st Annual Lee’s Summit Jazz Fest on June 22, 2024 at his Bridge Space, the Lee’s Summit Jazz Orchestra, the ja...2024-05-0225 min
Learn Jazz Standards PodcastHow Do I Play a Jazz Blues?In this episode, Brent talks about the nuances of jazz blues, responding to a listener's query about the differences between traditional 12-bar blues and its jazz counterpart. With clear explanations and musical demonstrations, he breaks down the chord progressions and structural variations characteristic of jazz blues, offering valuable insights for jazz musicians of all levels. From the basic 12-bar format to more complex evolutions like the bird blues, Brent provides a comprehensive overview of jazz blues forms, emphasizing the importance of learning various jazz blues heads to enhance improvisational skills and repertoire.Through practical examples...2024-04-2409 min
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Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC-based Jazz Guitarist Nicholas MycioWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based Jazz Guitarist Nicholas Mycio .. We talked about his new 2024 CD Nonstandard. It is his 2nd album, which answers the unlikely question: “What if Jazz was also Breakbeat?” Blaring synths, amen breaks, hard bass, piercing guitars merged with classic jazz standards. A perfect blend of the virtuosity found in jazz improvisation, and the hard hitting grime of electronic production. His unique sonic palette combines the foundational language of Jazz with modern harmonic innovations brought about in the 21st century. We get into his full story. Dig in…
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Neon Jazz InterviewsNYC-based Jazz Pianist, Composer & Vocalist Kelly GreenWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with NYC-based Jazz Pianist, Composer & Vocalist Kelly Green .. We get into her new 2024 CD Seems .. She has a defined presence on the NYC Jazz scene headlining iconic venues like The Kennedy Center, Dizzy’s Jazz Club, and the DC Jazz Festival and having shared stages with jazz giants such as Steve Wilson, George Coleman, and Scott Robinson. She grew up around music and has nurtured her talents over the years. We get into live shows, her history and so much more. Dig in…
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Neon Jazz InterviewsLee’s Summit, MO-based Jazz Musician and Educator Shawn HarrelWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Lee’s Summit, MO-based Jazz Musician and Educator Shawn Harrel .. He is a multi-talented digital media technology educator with a wide range of experiences in education, audio/video production, instrumental music, composition & arranging and public radio. We caught up with him to talk about the history of the Lee’s Summit Jazz Orchestra, gigs at Club 1909, the upcoming 1st Annual Jazz Fest in downtown Lee’s Summit. We cover some solid ground. Enjoy…
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Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Vocal Icon & Guitarist Tina SchlieskeWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Vocal Icon & Guitarist Tina Schlieske .. She opened up about her new 2024 CD The Good Life that stands as her first jazz standards recording under the banner of Shifting Paradigm Records. Teaming up with a stellar ensemble, she embarks on a transformative jazz odyssey. Her illustrious career spans over four decades, garnering numerous accolades, including a prestigious star adorning First Avenue's legendary star wall. Renowned for her impassioned vocal delivery and magnetic stage presence, her pivot into the realm of jazz signifies a poignant milestone in a...2024-02-2918 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsTaiwan-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Vincent HsuWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Taiwan-based Jazz Bassist & Composer Vincent Hsu .. He talked about his new 2024 CD Music for the River Jazz Suite: The Spirit of Love River & Mississippi River .. Born in Taiwan, he launched his musical career in New York City, where he lived for eight years. His debut album, Homeland, won Best Jazz Album at the 2014 Golden Indie Music Awards and was nominated for three Golden Melody Awards in 2015 .. His tale of mentors, growth and loving jazz in inspiring .. Dig this interview ..
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Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran LA-based Jazz Singer Julie KellyWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran LA-based Jazz Singer Julie Kelly .. We caught up with her about her new 2024 CD Freedom Jazz Dance, getting through COVID and her key to a long jazz career. The late, respected jazz critic Leonard Feather once said - "Julie Kelly radiates a sense of joy and spontaneity. Listening to her, you are reminded that jazz singing is still alive and well!" Born in Oakland, California, he grew up absorbing herself in gospel, blues and jazz in addition to pop and classical music. We cover many paths...2024-02-1315 min
Jazz Piano Skills PremiumJazz Piano with Mark DavisWelcome to Jazz Piano Skills. It’s time to discover, learn, and play jazz piano!Today, I welcome to Jazz Piano Skills, jazz pianist, educator, and author Mark Davis. Mark has been a mainstay on the Milwaukee jazz scene for over 35 years and has shared the stage with many internationally known performers such as Phil Woods, Benny Golson, Jimmy Heath, Charles McPherson, Slide Hampton, Frank Morgan, Jason Marsalis, Brian Lynch, Ted Nash, Jeff Hamilton, and John Clayton to name just a few and here’s what they say about Mark"Mark Davis p...2024-01-301h 23
Jazz Piano Skills PremiumLearning Jazz TunesWelcome to Jazz Piano Skills; it's time to discover, learn, and play Jazz Piano!Every Jazz Piano Skills weekly podcast episode introduces aspiring jazz pianists to essential Jazz Piano Skills. Each Podcast episode explores a specific Jazz Piano Skill in depth. Today, you will discover, learn, and play "Learning Jazz Tunes." In this Jazz Piano Lesson, you will:DiscoverA concise, yet thorough, blueprint for “Learning Jazz Tunes”LearnAn organized and three-tier process for “Learning Jazz Tunes”PlayConceptually, the Jazz Piano Ski...2024-01-231h 07
Women in Jazz Media: The PodcastsWomen in Jazz Media: In Conversation with Germana Stella La SorsaWelcome to our latest episode of ‘In Conversation With’ featuring music from Hannah Horton. We were excited to find our podcast named as one of the Top 15 Women In Media Podcasts on the web by Feedspot! Huge thank you to them! To celebrate we
have a new theme tune Surfing Thermals from our host, Hannah Horton. You can also find our podcasts at number 9 in the top 60 Best Jazz Podcasts in FeedSpot!
In this episode, host Hannah Horton welcomes the fellow Women in Jazz Media team member Germana Stella La Sorsa
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Neon Jazz InterviewsInternational Jazz Vocalist, Bassist & Bandleader Janet EvraWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with International Jazz Vocalist, Bassist & Bandleader Janet Evra .. She opened up about her new 2023 CD Meet Me in Paris .. Originally from England, she is now happily based in St. Louis .. She performs on premier stages across the USA and Europe, with recent international appearances at the Brecon Jazz Festival in Wales, the Deva Jazz Festival in Romania, the Linna Jazz Festival in Finland, among others. Over the years, she has collaborated with jazz superstars like Randy Brecker, Wycliffe Gordon, Jeff Coffin, Sara Gazarek, as well as many St...2023-12-2514 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastRevisiting the Fundamentals of Learning JazzIf you're a complete beginner to jazz, this episode is for you. If you are an intermediate jazz player, this episode is for you. And if you consider yourself an advanced jazz player, this episode is also for you. In today's episode, we are going to be talking about the fundamentals of learning jazz. Whether you are brand new and you need to know this information or you're somewhere down the line, it is important for us to continually revisit what actually works and what we actually do need to know when it comes to learning jazz...2023-09-1841 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastFree Masterclass: Jazz Standards Mastery FormulaHey, my friends, Brent here from Learn Jazz Standards. Here on the podcast for the month of August, we've been doing a themed month called Free Masterclass August, where I've been giving away different Masterclasses that we've done in the past here on Learn Jazz Standards, whether it be from our virtual summits, retreats or otherwise, just to, you know, it's the summer, it's the end of the summer. We're about to go into the fall coming up here soon, and I just kind of wanted to unleash a lot of value and information for you to k...2023-08-2838 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Saxophonist, Composer & Educator Sharel CassityWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist, Composer & Educator Sharel Cassity ..She talked about her 2020 album Fearless released during the pandemic and upcoming projects .. She stands as a main player on the New York and Chicago jazz scenes. Listed as "Rising Star Alto Saxophone" in Downbeat Magazine for the past 12 years, she has appeared on the Today Show, Good Morning America, The Colbert Show, is in the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, and is a recipient of the ASCAP Young Jazz Composers Award .. Over time, she has worked with NEA Jazz Masters...2023-08-2215 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastFree Masterclass: How to Effortlessly Improvise Amazing Jazz SolosDuring the month of August, we are doing a themed month called Free Masterclass August. For over the next four weeks, I'll be sharing with you different masterclasses that we've come out with in the past on Learn Jazz Standards. Masterclasses that range from topics on jazz improv and practicing and theory and really just all kinds of stuff to help you improve your jazz playing. These are special masterclasses that were presented at events such as our Learn Jazz Live Virtual Summits that we've had in the past and then a few other mediums as well. 2023-08-0726 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastThe Best Way to Learn a Jazz SongHere at Learn Jazz Standards, our philosophy is that the best way to learn jazz and improve is to learn jazz songs, aka. Jazz Standards. The fastest the best way to improve is to simply learn more songs, even if you're starting at the very beginning of your jazz journey. But there may be some holes for you for how to go about learning. Learning a song, especially a jazz song. It can be an overwhelming task. You may wonder what the best way to do it is, and you may wonder how to improve faster by...2023-07-2441 minLearn Jazz Standards Podcast25 Jazz Albums Every Jazz Musician Needs to KnowOne of the most important things that you can do is listen to jazz music, and that seems so simple, but literally you are practicing when you listen to jazz music. You will become a better jazz musician, simply by putting on your headphones or putting them on the speakers and just listening to how this music actually sounds. So today I'm gonna talk about 25 jazz albums that every jazz musician absolutely needs to know, absolutely needs to listen to. In this episode:1. Listening to jazz is essential for...2023-07-0349 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastThe Dark Side of Jazz Musician CultureThe movie Whiplash came out in 2014 and it's about this young jazz drummer named Andrew Nyman, who is determined to succeed as a jazz musician, and he's driven by his demanding music teacher, Terrence Fletcher, who can be best described as a harsh, ruthless yet highly respected instructor who really has abusive teaching methods.And Andrew the drummer, a student at college, can best be described as an overly ambitious young musician who is completely obsessed with improving and, of course, fulfilling his desire to be a great musician. And when this movie first came...2023-06-2642 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastJazz Teacher vs. Jazz Coach - Which One Do You Need?Have you ever played sports on a team before? Perhaps while you were growing up, and if you've ever done that before, you probably had a coach. Now, I know for a fact that you have gone to school before, at least to some degree elementary school, high school, perhaps even college and while you were in school, you had what's called a teacher, and the difference between a coach and a teacher is actually quite interesting, and that's really what we're going to talk about today.When it comes to your jazz playing and...2023-06-1931 minLearn Jazz Standards Podcast5 Struggles With Playing Great Jazz SolosI recently ran a poll of over 2000 musicians playing all sorts of instruments over on our YouTube channel. And the question was, "What do you find most challenging about jazz improvisation?". And here were the options that we gave:a) Creating melodic and cohesive solosb) Understanding and applying jazz theory during improvisationc) Developing a strong sense of timing and rhythmic feeld) Building confidence to take risks and explore new idease)Spontaneously connecting with other players during jazz jamsI'm about to reveal to you the a...2023-05-1539 min
Rotation Archives - JazzDiscover.comTop Smooth Jazz (2 Hours of New Smooth Jazz Mix) – April 2023
This smooth jazz mix is dedicated to the Best Smooth Jazz & Top New Smooth Jazz from Jazz Discover. Please enjoy the sounds in this Smooth Jazz Official Audio & Smooth Jazz Official Video clip! Also be sure to support this channel filled with Live Smooth Jazz Music and more New Smooth Jazz Radio from these artist and others courtesy of Jazz Discover.
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Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran Jazz Pianist & Composer Bruce BarthWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran Jazz Pianist & Composer Bruce Barth .. He opened up about the 2023 Project & Show Fly with the Wind featuring Terell Stafford, Tim Warfield & Dick Oatts .. The Same Lineup Will Join the Temple University Symphony Orchestra, Studio Orchestra and Jazz Band to Explore an Eclectic Mix of Classical, Jazz and Crossover Music at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall on Sunday April 16, 2023 .. Bruce has been sharing his music with listeners the world over for more than twenty-five years. In addition to traveling widely performing his own mu...2023-04-1523 minLearn Jazz Standards Podcast5 Reasons You Shouldn't Transcribe Jazz SolosBack when I was in college, I studied with a great jazz guitarist in New York City named Steve Cardenas.Steve is a fantastic jazz musician, tours around the world with lots of different artists, and has recorded albums. In all senses of the word, a very accomplished musician and seasoned jazz player. In one of our lessons, one time, when I went up to his house in Brooklyn, he told me something that was slightly disturbing, at least to the way I was thinking about learning music and jazz at that time. And that...2023-03-2033 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsVeteran English Jazz Pianist Mike BellWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Veteran English Jazz Pianist Mike Bell .. He talked about his new 2023 CD Jazz on the Rails .. This is his second jazz album following his 2017 release Just For The Record .. All the material on the new CD are original, composed and played by Mike himself. He takes a lot of his inspiration from The Golden Era of jazz with greats like Cannonball Adderley, John Coltrane, Benny Golson and, in particular, Oscar Peterson. Early on, his career went in the direction of pop music & particularly Country Rock and circled...2023-03-1417 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsIsraeli-born, NYC Jazz Guitarist & Composer Tomer CohenWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Israeli-born, NYC Jazz Guitarist & Composer Tomer Cohen .. He opened up about the new 2023 Album Not the Same River. He was born in the US, but spent his childhood in the countryside in Israel. He picked up the guitar at a young age and from that moment on, he knew that music was his pursuit in life. He studied jazz at the Israeli Conservatory of Music at Tel Aviv; after that, he was granted a scholarship from The New School of Jazz and Contemporary Music, and then moved...2023-03-0915 min
Neon Jazz InterviewsJazz Drummer & Leader Josh Feldstein of The Verve Jazz Ensemble on the 2023 CD All InWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Drummer & Leader Josh Feldstein of The Verve Jazz Ensemble on the 2023 CD All In .. It’s their 8th album together and has a very defined mid-20th century Americana kind of vibe.” This 10 track album includes arrangements and compositions that are fresh, yet comfortably familiar .. The VJE is a regular on Neon Jazz and they always deliver .. Full of energy and the jazz that makes the world move .. Dig this interview and the new work ..
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Neon Jazz InterviewsLA-Based Award-Winning Jazz Vocalist TawandaWelcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with LA-Based Award-Winning Jazz Vocalist Tawanda .. She opened up about her debut .. the new 2022 CD Smile .. This the first album by one of the most promising young jazz singers to emerge in years .. She was born in Las Cruces, New Mexico to a German-born mother and a father from Mozambique, Tawanda spent her school years honing her vocal gifts in school musicals and choirs. Jazz entered her life at eighteen when she enrolled in Santa Fe University of Art and Design .. Enjoy this interview ..
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Women in Jazz Media: The PodcastsWomen in Jazz Media: In Conversation with Faye PattonWelcome to our latest episode of ‘In Conversation With’ featuring music from Hannah Horton! You can find our podcasts at number 9 in the top 60 Best Jazz Podcasts in FeedSpot! In this episode, host Hannah Horton welcomes our special guest, Faye Patton.
Faye is a singer-songwriter, pianist and classically trained guitarist - she writes original songs in jazz idiom which combine jazz, funk, pop, folk, gospel and blues influences with a classic sound that recalls the great Jazz divas of the past. Her vocals, (with a register that stretches to heights, depths and lengths that make audiences gasp) have...2023-01-0139 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastWhy Most People Won't Learn JazzI got a question for you: Have you ever felt intimidated to learn jazz, or intimidated to play jazz with others, or perhaps you're someone on the outside looking in and it all looks a little bit overwhelming?But, perhaps you're someone who is working on jazz right now, you're an avid practicer, but you feel often frustrated.Well, there's a good chance that some of the reasons you're feeling that way are because of the culture of the jazz scene itself. the culture of the way this music is taught, the culture in which...2022-10-2433 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastWhat I Think About The Future of JazzToday, on the podcast I wanna talk about the future of jazz. We're gonna talk about the future of jazz education, the future of the genre, the style, where it's going. We're going to, of course, have to deal with the age-old question, "Is jazz dead?". And many of my thoughts about the state of jazz and the enthusiasm for the genre in this episode today. So, grab your favorite beverage, grab your favorite snacks. Sit back and relax!In this episode:1. Is Jazz Dead?2. Why Jazz Education...2022-10-0346 min
Women in Jazz Media: The PodcastsWomen in Jazz Media: On The Bookcase. Episode 6 with Tish OneyFor this sixth episode in our podcast series ‘On The Bookcase’, featuring female authors from across the world, with host Fiona Ross, we welcome guest Tish Oney. We have original music from Hannah Horton and you can now find our podcasts in the top 60 Best Jazz Podcasts in FeedSpot!
International performing artist, author, and composer Dr. Tish Oney tours worldwide as a symphony pops and big band soloist, jazz vocalist, voice pedagogue, and musicologist. An avid arranger and composer, Oney has arranged several hundred pieces for jazz combo including contemporary jazz, Great American Songbook standards, and her orig...2022-07-2931 minRotation Archives - JazzDiscover.comTop Smooth Jazz (90 Mins of New Smooth Jazz Mix) – July 2022This smooth jazz mix is dedicated to the Best Smooth Jazz & Top New Smooth Jazz from Jazz Discover. Please enjoy the sounds in this Smooth Jazz Official Audio & Smooth Jazz Official Video clip! Also be sure to support this channel filled with Live Smooth Jazz Music and more New Smooth Jazz Radio from these artist and others courtesy of Jazz Discover.
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Get featured faster with a DONATION of Support :2022-07-2300 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastQuick Win: 10 Must-Know Jazz Standards for Jam SessionsThere are some jazz standards that are so commonly called the jam sessions that you cannot get away with not knowing them. So, today I'm going to go over ten jazz standards from beginner to advanced.In this episode:1. Jazz Standard # 1 2. Jazz Standard # 2 3. Jazz Standard # 3 4. Jazz Standard # 4 5. Jazz Standard # 5 6. Jazz Standard #6 7. Jazz Standard # 7 8. Jazz Standard # 8 9. Jazz Standard # 9 10. Jazz Standard #10Important Links:LJS Inner Circle MembershipFree Guide to learn standards by ear: Learn Jazz Standards the Smart...2021-11-1913 minLearn Jazz Standards Podcast6 Biggest Mistakes Beginner Jazz Improvisers MakeWelcome to episode 232 of the LJS Podcast where today I talk about the 6 biggest mistakes I see beginner jazz musicians make.Having helped thousands of students through Learn Jazz Standards, I've discovered common mistakes that come up time and time again. Intermediate and advanced players make these mistakes too. I reveal them as well as some alternatives to correct your course.Over the last 9 years as a musician, teacher, and online jazz educator, I've had the opportunity to help thousands and thousands and thousands of musicians learn how to play jazz and improve. And over...2020-08-1728 minLearn Jazz Standards PodcastImprov Hacking Jazz Standards (3 Step Proven Process)Welcome to episode 221 of the LJS Podcast where today in celebration of the launch of my new LJS Inner Circle Membership, I go over my 3 step proven process for "improv hacking" jazz standards. This is one of those episode that has so much value packed into it, I know you'll be reaching for your notepad!From time to time on this podcast, I like to come out with a super high-value episode like one that just really packs a punch. And in my opinion, when it comes to becoming a better jazz improviser, it's all...2020-06-0149 min