Shows
Tia Time with ArtistsMike ListThis week my guest is a Detroit area percussionist, recording artist, educator Mike List. He tells us all about his new CD Live at the Blue Llama and explains his connection to the ever-changing hand drum kit and more. http://www.mikelistpercussionist.comThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu...2022-08-191h 06
Tia Time with ArtistsFlorella StringsThis week my guests are the new Detroit String Duo Florella Strings. The members are Carla Rivers-Johnson, violinist, and Jasmine James Cellist. They tell us about their burgeoning business and the chances they took to create reality from a dream. Listen in for a great conversation. https://florellastrings.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://w...2022-08-1231 min
Tia Time with ArtistsJovino Santos Neto Part 2This week is part 2 of my lovely conversation with Brazillian Pianist, flutist, composer, arranger, historian, and professor Jovino Santos Neto. This conversation was so great it was a two-parter. So stay tuned for an exciting and fun episode.Photo by Adriane Eliashttps://www.jovisan.net/The compositions for this episode are as follows:"Juvenal No Grumari" and "Coco Na Roda " from the album Roda Carioca "Feira de Mangaio" from the album Veja o Som Disc IIThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a spo...2022-08-0544 min
Tia Time with ArtistsJovino Santos Neto Part 1This week I had a lovely conversation with Brazillian Pianist, flutist, composer, arranger, historian, and professor Jovino Santos Neto. This conversation was so great it is a two-parter.So stay tuned for an exciting and fun episode.Photo by Luzia Grob dos Santos https://www.jovisan.net/The compositions for this episode are as follows:"Homeopatia" from the album Roda Carioca"Blackbird " and "Bebê" from the album LuzThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon li...2022-07-291h 01
Tia Time with ArtistsNaima Shamborguer Listening PartyNaima is back to join us and talk about her exciting new CD Naima. We are going to get a track-by-track discussion and a little bit of insight into her creative process. http://www.naimashamborguer.com/https://music.apple.com/us/artist/naima-shamborguer/439739419https://www.facebook.com/naima.shamborguerThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music2022-07-231h 01
Tia Time with ArtistsJamie AndersonThis week singer-songwriter, author, and International recording artist Jamie Anderson. living life on the edge as a touring musician for over 30 years. Listen in to how she does it.https://jamieanderson.com/https://jamieanderson.com/writer/https://www.youtube.com/c/JamieAndersonMusicThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu...2022-07-1547 min
Tia Time with ArtistsLinda AbarThis week my guest is a singer-songwriter, and educator, Linda Abar. She walks us through her vision of music and mysticism.https://www.facebook.com/linda.m.abarhttp://www.lindabar.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rARMqcXm-IThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/...2022-07-081h 07
Tia Time with ArtistsYoko Yates Listening PartyThis week my guest is the pianist, and composer, Yoko Yates. We celebrate her 1st album of music Mystic Life. Her journey takes her from being a visual artist, singer and classical pianist to jazz pianist-composer and educator in Japan, Boston, and New York City join us for her story and her music. http://yokoyates.comThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music2022-07-011h 32
Tia Time with ArtistsAlex (CABA)CabanillaThis week my guest is singer, and songwriter, Alexandra Cabanilla now known as CABA.She tells us of her journey and how music has taken her all over the world.https://cabamusica.com/Singer, songwriter, actress, producer, and vocal coach. She has become one of the most talented exponents of Ecuadorian vocal music, being part of important jazz and contemporary music projects in Ecuador. She opened for renowned musicians such as Jorge Drexler and Marco Antonio Solis.In the academic field, she was a student of the FOSJE (Youth Orchestra Foundation of Ecuador...2022-06-2453 min
Tia Time with ArtistsLeslie DeShazor Listening PartyThis week I welcome back violist/violinist composer, producer, educator, and recording artist Leslie DeShazor who talks to us about her storied past love affair with dance and her new album Journey with Me and a chance to hear a track by track commentary. https://lesliedeshazor.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www...2022-06-171h 19
Tia Time with ArtistsSheryl AmburgeyThis week artist and entrepreneur Sheryl Amburgey. She takes us through her creative process and history, from eavesdropping herself into a future artist teaching job to a divorce causing the beginning of her artistic career. https://essaarts.com/sheryl-amburgey/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/2022-06-1045 min
Tia Time with ArtistsCeci DávilaThis week we are still using South American connection to meet artists from the Southern Hemisphere. This week Singer-songwriter entertainer Ceci Dávila. We have had a delightful and interesting conversation about our musical journeys thus far and metaphorical cliff diving.Musical selections are as followsSamba para QuitoVerde vals https://youtu.be/CVm59wGKZlsNecesito gentehttps://www.instagram.com/cecidavilamusic/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime12022-06-031h 07
Tia Time with ArtistsTony HendrickTony Hendrick muralist, painter discusses his journey from billboard painter to muralist and the heart of an artist.https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNR9XRGVVSXPnwlAcmCVDFQhttps://www.facebook.com/tonyhendrickstudio/https://www.instagram.com/tonyhendrickstudio/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/2022-05-2746 min
Tia Time with ArtistsFrancisco RuizThis week's guest hails from Ecuador, Francisco Ruiz is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, arranger, and music director for a variety of choirs and music groups in LA. He has worked with various artists including U2, Ivan Lins, Luis Enrique, and KC Porter. He has worked as vocalist and choir director at various important venues including the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Wiltern, among others.Graduated from the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Francisco has been a vocal educator for over 8 years, touring with vocal projects and sharing his knowledge in vocal improvisation acquired...2022-05-201h 01
Tia Time with ArtistsPatricia GrandaThis week my guest is Patricia Granda, a singer and music educator based in Quito, Ecuador. She performs a lot of Brazilian music and is currently studying for a masters in music education and choral conducting. She talks to us about her journey through music and life in the modern world.https://www.facebook.com/SambaVivaEcuador/https://www.facebook.com/patagrandavoz/The music on this recording is as follows:The first is a recording for the final credits of a documentary “Con mi corazón en Yambo”, which is about a state crime...2022-05-1347 min
Tia Time with ArtistsShahida NurullahThis week my guest is vocalist and fellow Cass Technical High School alumna, Shahida Nurullah. Born into a family of artists, the Detroit native was raised and influenced by the rhythms and cultures of both New York and Detroit. Her formal musical training began at Cass Technical High School; a school distinguished as a cynosure for developing the highly talented, well-known jazz talents, and continued in studies and breadth of collaborations with the finest jazz musicians the Motor City has to offer. She has worked regularly with Kenny Cox, Marion Hayden, Donald Walden, Teddy Harris, Marcus Belgrave...2022-05-061h 06
Tia Time with ArtistsGordon SkinnerThis week my guest is Gordon Skinner, Co-Founder and Executive Producer of [Re]-Frame Media, LLC. His films include: Save Out Seaport; Cornelia Street Café; The Kunas of San Blas; Sitting in the Fire; Strategic Omissions; Lost Innocents. Skinner is a UC Berkeley Investigative Reporting Program 2017 Associate, and has held fellowships among which include: Tribeca Film Institute, Independent Film Project and Lincoln Center Institute. Skinner was filmmaker-in-residence with the South Street Seaport Museum/The New York Harbor School where he designed and implemented a media literacy and documentary filmmaking curriculum. Commissioned work include: Skinner has produced projects for MTV, T...2022-04-2945 min
Tia Time with ArtistsBarbara ChennaultThis week is fellow Detroit Cass Technical High School Alumna, Fashionista, Costume Designer, and world traveler Barbara Chennault. She walks us through her some of her astounding accomplishments including world traveling on tour with Micheal Jackson and working on such shows as In Living Color, Blackish, and the new movie Cheaper by The Dozen on the Disney channel.http://barbarachennault.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Gre...2022-04-2253 min
Tia Time with ArtistsChris HardyThis week hand percussion specialist, composer, and fellow Cass Technical High School AlumChris Hardy. He talks about his journey from Motown to Tokyo and playing with Sting and Cirque Du Soleil.Music for this episode: 'Lagash' and ‘Alligator Overdrive’ are originals. ‘Abdin’ is Hamza El Din’s tune - arranged for TGA. Tokyo Groove Alliance TGA is: Christopher Hardy – Percussion and Drums, Andy Bevan – Soprano Sax, Flute, Didjeridoo, Keisuke Ohta – Violin, Voice, Jeff Curry – Bass, Frédéric Viennot – Piano, Keyboard. Chris wrote Lagash for his first solo album, ‘Touch’, released through Victor. This tune features Kazu...2022-04-151h 25
Tia Time with ArtistsJim GallertThis week veteran Detroit radio broadcaster, author and jazz historian, Jim Gallert. www.detroitjazzhistory.comwww.detroitjazzfest.orgThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/2022-04-0838 min
Tia Time with ArtistsSteve Davis Steve Davis a legend of trombone playing in his own time. Listen to his stories about the great Mr. Hank Jones and the blues changes his grandmother played around the house. A most delightful conversation.photo by John AbbottMusic for this episode "Newbie""A Little Understanding" by Steve Davishttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1278637312http://www.stevedavismusic.comThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.p...2022-04-011h 04
Tia Time with ArtistsCathy Elliott GarciaJazz vocalist, Composer, Educator, Cathy Elliott Garcia is one of our United States transplants. She has spent the last 16 years teaching jazz in Quito, Ecuador. Hear her fascinating stories on this episode.https://www.cathyelliottgarcia.com/homeEmail address cathy@littlepearlmusic.com Instagram. Cathy Elliot music. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cathy.elliott.714 Music this episode"Ave Maria""For Ava""Just Me" by Cathy Elliott GarciaThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast...2022-03-251h 04
Tia Time with ArtistsJohn DiephouseIn this episode, I speak with photographic artist John Diephouse. Our conversation travels down the trail of artistic discovery of his artistic skills and his collection of bootleg recordings.https://www.facebook.com/jdiephouseThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareColdPlunge RecordsTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/2022-03-1840 min
Tia Time with ArtistsIrene Walsh interviews Tia Imani HannaThis week celebrates 52 weeks of podcast episodes of Tia Time with Artists. Irene Walsh, samba singer, actor, filmmaker, and friend will interview me this week to talk about some of my personal journeys. I will see you in January 2022 for new episodes.https://www.tiaviolin.com/tia-time-podcasthttps://www.facebook.com/groups/592010818146142https://tiaimanihanna.bandcamp.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.p...2021-08-201h 19
Tia Time with ArtistsRick BeamonThis week my guest is the drummer, actor, DJ, producer Rick Beamon. He talks about his wide experiences with synchronicity, curiosity, and good old-fashioned Detroit Hustle.http:// Rickyb.orghttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtCcoBLIStjzhdooiUYoaXwhttp://m.imdb.com/name/nm4762997/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music 2021-08-1354 min
Tia Time with ArtistsGregg HillThis week my guest is composer Gregg Hill. He has catapulted into the jazz recording industry in the last five years with gusto cutting 7 CDs and creating his own recording label Cold Plunge records along with writing and publishing 4 books of his original compositions. He has made connections with some of the best jazz musicians and arrangers in the business and he talks about it here on Tia Time.https://www.gregghilljazz.com/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/photo by Lynne BrownThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz...2021-08-061h 08
Tia Time with ArtistsRuth CunninghamThis week my guest is vocalist, flutist, harpist, sound healing practitioner Ruth Cunningham former member of Medieval music sensation group Anonymous 4 . Tune in and listen to Fresh Chant improvised live on the show. www.ruthcunningham.comwww.youtube.com/ruthreidwww.instagram.com/ruthreid11This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music2021-07-3057 min
Tia Time with ArtistsValerie Allen and Armin MersmannThis week my guests are artists, curators, and new podcasters, Valerie Allen and Armin Mersmann. They talk with me about inspirations, adventures with music, and inter- dimensionality. Join us for a wonderful conversation.https://www.facebook.com/artladderswitharminandvalerie/http:// www.valeriealleart.comhttp://www.arminmersmann.com/https://www.facebook.com/Studio23TheArtsCenterThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon...2021-07-2351 min
Tia Time with ArtistsIgor HouwatThis week my guest is an oud player, musician, educator and member of Dave Sharp Worlds Quartet, Igor Houwat. Listen to our conversation about the joys and trials of improvisation and the combining musical styles.https://davesharpworldsquartet.com/mediaThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://ww...2021-07-161h 12
Tia Time with ArtistsSean DobbinsThis week my guest is drummer, educator, composer, and arranger Sean Dobbins. He talks about his love of all music, educating and passing on the torch, and the opportunities he has had of performing with and being taught by the masters of jazz.http://seandobbinsmusic.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music2021-07-091h 05
Tia Time with ArtistsKimberly Cruchon BrooksThis week my guest is actor Kimberly Cruchon Brooks. She can be seen in advertising, movies, and web series. She has been several different characters over time but none more interesting than herself take a listen.https://www.facebook.com/ChairGangSeries/videos/?ref=page_internalhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm3158883/https://www.amazon.com/prime-video/actor/Kimberly-Cruchon-Brooks/nm3158883This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link b...2021-07-0259 min
Tia Time with ArtistsAlison WeddingThis week my guest is vocalist, pianist, composer, educator Alison Wedding. Join us as she describes How music has led her from Ohio to Texas, Australia, New York, Boston, Chicago, and Miami; to dreams of playing Texas Hold Em poker and the cello. Listen in to find out. Alisonwedding.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@alisonwedding?lang=enhttps://www.facebook.com/alison.weddingThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to...2021-06-251h 03
Tia Time with ArtistsChristiane KaramThis week is International recording artist, singer, composer, educator, and producer, Christiane Karam. Join us as we talk about her journey from civil war-torn Beirut to being the creator of a Middle-Eastern Music Festival in the U.S. at Berklee College of music., among many other extraordinary projects.https://www.instagram.com/christianesings/https://www.facebook.com/christianekaram.musichttps://www.christianekaram.com/https://youtu.be/HZNq0l6MQMkhttps://youtu.be/Y1cOkItx8fYhttps://youtu.be/I4Vj85SJ--4This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShare2021-06-181h 03
Tia Time with ArtistsCorey DeRushiaThis week is my friend and favorite recording engineer Corey DeRushia. he is the owner and chief sound engineer at Troubadour Recording Studios in Lansing, Michigan. He talks us through being a band member to owning a full-fledged professional studio and meeting his wife on a bicycle listen in to hear that one.https://www.troubadourrecording.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www...2021-06-0955 min
Tia Time with ArtistsArlene McDanielThis week my guest is jazz pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader Arlene McDaniel. She talks about her journey to jazz via piano lessons, the Michigan State University marching band, and her new compositions inspired by the monarch butterfly.ArleneMcDaniel.comhttps://www.facebook.com/arlenemcdanieljazzpiano/https://www.youtube.com/user/jazzape61This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1...2021-06-041h 13
Tia Time with ArtistsJanet TenajThis week my guest is vocalist, pianist, composer, arranger Janet Tenaj. We talk about learning CPE Bach and J.S. Bach music and Black Lives Matter And the feet of dancers. Listen in to find out what all that means.http://svenandjanet.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7anQjc7IKkThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Pr...2021-05-281h 08
Tia Time with ArtistsMimi JonesThis week my guest is bassist, singer, songwriter, composer, record label owner, producer, and teacher. Mimi Jones. She talks about her many hats and life living through COVID 19 and the myriad of rabbit holes we go down. She also talks about her alter ego Miriam Sullivan. https://mimijonesmusic.com/https://twitter.com/mimijonesmusichttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSR14ZtHbfIhttps://www.facebook.com/mimi.jones.71404976This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor...2021-05-211h 11
Tia Time with ArtistsAkua DixonMy guest this week is Cellist, composer, multi-instrumentalist, bandleader, and conductor Akua Dixon. She talks about her relationship with the music and composition and her journey through the testing grounds of the professional music world.http: // akuadixon.comhttps://www.facebook.com/AkuaDixon/https://twitter.com/akuadixonThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music2021-05-1459 min
Tia Time with ArtistsCalifornia Brazil Camp : Dennis Broughton and Richard RiceEach year people from around the world gather in the small town of Cazadero, California to experience Brazilian music and dance culture firsthand. If you're a professional performer or educator, or an enthusiast looking to go to the next level, their full-immersion educational program is a great way to learn from some of the best around.http://www.calbrazilcamp.com/index.htmlhttps://www.facebook.com/BrazilCampThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for...2021-05-0742 min
Tia Time with ArtistsLaFrae SciMulti-Instrumentalist, drummer, composer, educator, producer, international ambassador, afro-futurist, imaginationist. LaFrae Sci. takes us on her journey through creating elevated frequencies of music and life consciousness around the world and around her corner. https://lafraesci.me/https://www.facebook.com/lafrae.scihttps://www.williemaerockcamp.org/https://groovediplomacy.org/https://fraefraedaughterofdrexciya.bandcamp.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/T...2021-04-301h 08
Tia Time with ArtistsRhiannonThis week one of my mentors in improvisation vocalist, spontaneous composer, storyteller in song, educator, performer. Founding member of the band Alive! .also part of Bobby McFerrin's groups Voicestra, and Gimme5. Leader and co-founder of the group WeB3 with David Worm and Joey Blake. Creator of the improvisational book Vocal River and the Instructional CD Flight, and Hawaiian Farmer co-creator with her partner Jan Watson for Leo Nani Farms.Photo by Jan Watsonhttps://www.rhiannonmusic.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.2021-04-231h 17
Tia Time with ArtistsMichael MagnottaToday my guest is Michael Magnotta sculptor. He tells us about his journey from being a parole officer to becoming an artist. He also tells us some of the ways he is also creating income from his art.http://magnottametalart.com.This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music 2021-04-1644 min
Tia Time with ArtistsMichael Norman GuteThis Week Michael Norman Gute, fundraiser by day and up-and-coming Detroit painter by night. He talks about his day gig informing his artistry and how it all works together for good.I use painting, drawing, and scratching veiled over one another to build an accumulation of experience and memory. I’m aware of my intuition and appreciate how the body and mind work in choreography to mark the surface. Paintings validate the artist’s body. They are products of our performance as well as reinforcements of hope and faith. Hope stays the artist through the working of a pa...2021-04-0935 min
Tia Time with ArtistsNjia KaiThis week is artist programming guru and director of NKSK Events and Production. Njia Kai. She has been a significant part of supporting the artistic community in Detroit for years, Patterning her call to service in the form of creating and directing live events in Detroit. Photo By Piper Carterhttps://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=nkskhttps://www.facebook.com/njia.kaiThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast...2021-04-021h 08
Tia Time with ArtistsMary Foster ConklinThis week my guest is a singer, song interpreter, and radio show host of A Broad Spectrum Mary Foster Conklin. Join us as we talk about the world during COVID the Grammys, and the historic adventures of women in music. Please join us for this dazzling conversation.https://maryfosterconklin.com/https://www.mixcloud.com/ABroadSpectrum/https://youtu.be/0J_pGLGo41whttps://youtu.be/r6bhdkLkDHkThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for...2021-03-261h 25
Tia Time with ArtistsRichard TurbinThis week my guest is my good friend Richard Turbin. A man of vision, who found an abandoned building in a small town downtown area in Charlotte Michigan. He bought it and developed it into an arts Center where artists live and work. Windwalker Underground Galleryhttps://www.facebook.com/WindwalkerUnderground/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by G...2021-03-1953 min
Tia Time with ArtistsWendell HarrisonThis week my guest is Multi- reedist, composer, arranger, entrepreneur, mentor, teacher, Kresge Eminent Artist prize winner 2018, and Detroit musical icon Wendell Harrison.http://https://wendellharrison.com/http://www.kresgeartsindetroit.org/wendell-harrisonThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://ww...2021-03-121h 09
Tia Time with ArtistsMarti LametiWelcome my guest this week fiber artist, clothes, and hat designer/ maker and educator Marti Lametihttps://www.facebook.com/Marteldesigns/?ref=page_internalhttp://Martel-designshis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/2021-03-0537 min
Tia Time with ArtistsFlames N DamesThis week my guests are Flames n Dames, Michigan's premier Flow Arts Troupe, specializing in Fire Dance Demonstrations and LED/Ambient Entertainment. There is some adult language on this episode.http://flamesndames.comhttps://www.facebook.com/flamesndameshttps://www.instagram.com/flamesndames/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpEMljjRfeoiFjf7YyzFskwBusiness contact info: NatSpinz@gmail.com or 810-373-2302This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon l...2021-02-2641 min
Tia Time with ArtistsLeslie DeShazorMy guest this week is Violist/Violinist, Composer, Educator, and Dancer Leslie DeShazor.She guides us down memory lane from being a precocious child instrumentalist to a very devoted musician and teacher.https://lesliedeshazor.com/https://www.facebook.com/leslie.deshazorhttps://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/lesliedeshazor/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green...2021-02-191h 03
Tia Time with ArtistsPam WiseThis week my guest is Detroit's own Pianist, composer,arranger, educator and jazz historian, and Kresge Artist Fellow Pam Wise.http://Pamelawisemusickeys.comhttps://soundcloud.com/pamela-wise-harrisonThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music https://www.canr.msu.edu/michigan_artshare/https://www.coldplungerecords.com/2021-02-1158 min
Tia Time with ArtistsSara CaswellThis week my guest is Grammy-nominated violinist, composer, and educator Sara Caswell. Sara takes us on a journey from her early days studying with Dr. David Baker in Indiana to riding the NYC subways in an evening gown on her way to the Grammys.https://saracaswell.com/https://www.facebook.com/sara.caswell.5https://twitter.com/SaraCaswellVLNThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link...2021-02-051h 08
Tia Time with ArtistsRenee ManningThis week my guest is acclaimed vocalist, educator, and songwriter Renee Manning. She talks about her journey from a little Chocolate Shirley Temple to Coloratura Soprano to 2nd Alto and the long and varied journey to get there. https://www.newmusicusa.org/profile/excelsiormusic/https://www.facebook.com/ExcelsiorMusicBrooklynhttps://youtu.be/wFZ51DM0lEIThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo become a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon...2021-01-2954 min
Tia Time with ArtistsEarl McIntyreThis week’s guest is a trombonist, tuba player composer-arranger, and educator. Owner of Excelsior Music Stuidio LLC., Earl McIntyre. Earl tells us all about his beginnings in music his journey from the Salvation army bands to music school, to playing professionally all over the world, and his most recent involvement with the new Pixar film “Soul”.https://www.newmusicusa.org/profile/excelsiormusic/https://youtu.be/wFZ51DM0lEIhttps://www.facebook.com/earl.mcintyre.12https://www.facebook.com/ExcelsiorMusicBrooklynThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Allian...2021-01-221h 17
Tia Time with ArtistsGeorge Shirley My guest this week is Mr. George Shirley. He is a Grammy-winning opera singer(Ferrando in Mozart's Cosi Fan Tutte the role of Ferrando ). One of the first African-American, leading role tenors to sing at the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. He stayed for 11 seasons and gave 251 performances. Throughout his career, Shirley has sung more than 80 roles in opera houses around the world. In 2014, President Barack Obama awarded Shirley the National Medal of Arts, the highest honor for American artists. Today, Shirley maintains his commitment to teaching young singers and is the Joseph Edgar Maddy Distinguished Emeritus Professor of...2021-01-151h 05
Tia Time with ArtistsMyk'l HannaThis week I speak with MC, vocalist, songwriter, and my cousin, Myk'l Hanna. I ask him about his views about the fusion of genres, and composition, artists, and what the purpose of music is in his life. Please join us to listen to tales of his journey so far.https://www.facebook.com/events/d41d8cd9/the-jondoe/397376800628835https://youtu.be/QqmzkQDue88https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1175141789512014https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=639478656697384This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan...2021-01-081h 02
Tia Time with ArtistsCraig Mitchell SmithThis week my guest is Internationally known glassmaker and master teacher Craig Mitchell Smith. He tells us how he went from a man of many talents and master of none to cobbling together many skills to put to use in his glassworks. He is on a mission to create a legacy of inspiring and teaching others to create beauty in this world.craigmithchellsmith.comhttps://www.facebook.com/CraigMitchellSmithGlassArtisthttps://www.pbs.org/video/painting-with-glass-the-art-of-craig-mitchell-smith-btbvnj/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M...2021-01-0139 min
Tia Time with ArtistsOwen ValentineThis week my guest is Multi-Instrumentalist, vocalist, composer, personal trainer, naturopath, and martial artist. Owen Valentine. He walks us through the connection between many different paths of music through different voices and the natural world of good health and exercise. He explains how it all comes out in the end to be a single path with many variations.Theowenvalentine.comhttps:/https://www.facebook.com/The-Owen-Valentine-1774850546082621/?ref=bookmarkshttps://www.instagram.com/theowenvalentine/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.2020-12-2546 min
Tia Time with ArtistsMichael C. HannaThis week my guest is my fabulous multi-talented cousin Michael Curtis Hanna. singer extraordinaire. Talking about his father Sir Roland Hanna and his life growing up in the shadow of such a great pianist. What that means for his own musical aspirations. His time working together with his father and mother on a project, His children, grandchildren, his legacy, and his current project with guitarist Pete Forêt. https://www.facebook.com/MichaelCurtisHanna/http://www.rahannamusic.com/index.htmlhttps://peterforet.com/buy-the-cd/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFkIPA2kZGo2020-12-181h 04
Tia Time with ArtistsGayelynn McKinneyThis week's guest is an Internationally celebrated drummer, composer, and bandleaderGayelynn McKinney. Her father was the legendary Jazz pianist and composer, Harold McKinney, who once played with Billie Holliday. Her mother was a noted singer.listen to our conversation about her humble beginnings and her transformation from budding saxophone player to jazz drummer. She takes us on the journey to becoming one of the founding members of the group" Straight Ahead" and how she has become a leader of her own groups. http://www.gayelynnmckinney.com/https://www.instagram.com/gayelynnmckinney/https://w...2020-12-1147 min
Tia Time with ArtistsKevin RichardsonThis week we host, dance photographer, natural bodybuilder, nutritionist, ninjitsu instructor, personal trainer, superhero, and my friend Kevin Richardson He explains how he came to be a photographer and superhero enthusiast. A man of many talents."... with Dance As Art the idea is threefold. Firstly it is a celebration of the beauty of dance. A tribute to the amazingly talented dancers of New York City. Secondly, it is a reminder of the importance of art as part of what makes New York the city that we know and love. The dancers stand as representatives of all artists, the ar...2020-12-0451 min
Tia Time with ArtistsTariq GardnerThis week's guest is Drummer, Composer, Bandleader, and producer Tariq Gardner. He is a recent graduate of the University of Michigan Jazz program and son of Detroit Bass Icon Marion Hayden and Painter M. Saffell Gardner. Listen to what he has been doing to fight the COVID blues as well as navigate the Black Lives Matter movement in a meaningful way as an artist. Join us for a great conversation.https://soundcloud.com/search?q=tariq%20gardnerhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm134knsEVzJVXWKkwRcK5gThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJ...2020-11-2739 min
Tia Time with ArtistsPenny WellsThis week my guest is Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Counselor, and my younger sister Penny Wells.She has studied at Wayne State University, Department of Music and Performing Arts, and the Detroit Community Music School of Arts; also studying voice under the tutelage of Frances Brockington of Wayne State University.Her opening act & performance credits include icons Pattie Austin and The Temptations; the legendary Kirk Whalum and Maysa Leak; the hot artistry of Will Downing, Yolanda Johnson, Al McKenzie, Marion Meadows, and Kim Waters; and the creative talent of Tim Bowman, Dwele, Euge Groove, Kem, F...2020-11-2050 min
Tia Time with ArtistsAlina MorrMy guest this week is Alina Morr. The pianist arranger and one of three original founding members of the landmark all-women's jazz ensemble called Straight Ahead. Please enjoy this revealing and fascinating conversation with Alina Morr.https://www.facebook.com/alina.morrThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo be a sponsor for this podcast, go to the Patreon link below.https://www.patreon.com/TiaTime1Produced by Green Bow Music2020-11-1348 min
Tia Time with ArtistsAndrea E. Woods ValdésMy guest this week is my dear friend Andrea E. Woods Valdés. dancer, choreographer, assistant professor, multi-Instrumentalist, writer, producer, poet, and doctoral candidate. She currently is the head of the dance department at Duke University and she is the creator of SouloWorks dance company and Calabasa. I am delighted to have worked with her on collaborations and so very honored to have her on my show. www.souloworks.comhttp://danceprogram.duke.edu/Duke Dance For The Camera Blog - https://dukedanceftc.wordpress.comThi...2020-11-0653 min
Tia Time with ArtistsMichelle MayMy guest this week is a violinist, flutist, coach, counselor, and educator Michelle May.Michelle is the manager and bandleader of Musique Noire, a women-led strings and percussion ensemble performing world jazz music. She is the Executive Producer of the ensemble’s three CD releases and music films. She has performed with numerous high-profile, Grammy-award-winning musicians, such as Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Donnie McClurkin, Richard Smallwood, and KEM to name but a few. Michelle has made numerous appearances at festivals and concert halls including the Detroit International Jazz Festival, Orchestra Hall in Detroit, Detroit’s Concert of Colors, Arts Bea...2020-10-301h 18
Tia Time with ArtistsMarion HaydenMy guest this week is MARION HAYDEN – BASSBorn in Detroit, MI, a crucible of jazz, Marion Hayden is one of the nation’s finest proponents of an acoustic bass. Mentored by master trumpeter Marcus Belgrave, Hayden began performing jazz at the age of 15. She has performed with such diverse luminaries as Bobby McFerrin, Nancy Wilson, Geri Allen, Regina Carter, Steve Turre, Lester Bowie, David Allen Grier, James Carter, Dorothy Donegan, Joe Williams, Lionel Hampton, Frank Morgan, Jon Hendricks, Hank Jones, Bobby Hutcherson, Larry Willis, Vanessa Rubin, Sheila Jordan, Mulgrew Miller, Annie Ross, and many other...2020-10-231h 03
Tia Time with ArtistsDeborah KlezmerDeborah Klezmer of Deborah Klezmer Design studio in Sante Fe, New Mexico is an old friend of mine who talks about her journey from a writer/editor to a glass artisan, to ceramicist to glass and metal worker to jewelry designer. She has built her business up and re-built her business over time with commissioned works and has now been able to create charitable opportunities from sales of her work to make the world a better place for others. She also talks about the revolutionaries in her family history and how it has affected her artwork.https...2020-10-1647 min
Tia Time with ArtistsPetra DaherPetra Daher is a photographer, puppeteer, filmmaker, educator, and travel blogger, who has been working in her art forms for many years, in the Mid-Michigan area. She has done many jobs to pay her dues. She joins me in conversation to talk about what that means. She talks about making her own projects a priority and her new documentary projects.https://www.petradaher.com/great-lakes-water-warriors-documentary.htmlhttps://www.petradaher.com/https://www.facebook.com/PetraProductionshttps://twitter.com/petradaherhttps://www.instagram.com/treehuggertravelhttps://www.instagram.com/petraproductionshttps://r...2020-10-0953 min
Tia Time with ArtistsSunny WilkinsonFantastic conversation with one of my friends and mentors the Amazing and talented Sunny Wilkinson. She brings light, joy, and life to everything she sings. Her spirit is vibrant and buoyant and just what we need right now in the world of artistic creation. She has a new Facebook Live show called Lighten Up with Sunny Wilkinson. Fantastic conversation join us.http://sunnywilkinson.comhttps://www.facebook.com/SunnyWilkinsonThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Shambones MusicTo be...2020-10-0257 min
Tia Time with ArtistsTimothy OrikriTimothy UfuomaEfe Orikri is a freelance artist whose style varies from semi-realism to abstract paintings, hand-painted ceramics, and music. Although currently residing in Michigan, he was born the son of a Baptist minister in Delta State, southern Nigeria. It’s not surprising that this early upbringing has been influential on his perception of the world. His artistic desires – much like the messages given by his father from the pulpit – come in themes of hope, harmony, and the gift of nature. His sincere lifelong desire is to use a wide spectrum of vibrant colors and mixed mediums to create a secure...2020-09-2559 min
Tia Time with ArtistsAmy Wellington and Chazz MillerThis Episode speaks with multi-media artists Amy Wellington and Muralist and painter Chazz Miller. Chazz is the creative force behind Artist Village Detroit and is currently revitalizing his original murals there and also in the newly appointed Obama building. They are making strides in motivating youth to work in the arts with MEDU.org. and Kindred Spirit Dolls. Listen in for more on this exciting dynamic duo.https://www.facebook.com/amy.e.wellingtonhttps://medudetroit.org/https://www.artpal.com/ChazzOriginalzThis podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShare2020-09-1856 min
Tia Time with ArtistsMr. E in the D Emmanuel SmithMy guest today is Mr. Emmanuel Smith. Emmanuel Smith is a musician-producer, educator and Emmy nominated for his work on his public television program called Mr. E in the D. Emmanuel has cultivated his wide and varying musical and educational background to help motivate children to master math and reading by incorporating music to help solidify fun with the study of foundational skills. The intent and the ultimate goal, at Mr. E in the D, is to bridge the educational gap in students of all academic backgrounds. Smith is the dean of Culture at a Detroit area charter school an...2020-08-3159 min
Tia Time with ArtistsNaima ShamborguerNaima Shamborguer. Detroit based Bad Assed Jazz warrior Goddess. Jazz vocal stylist, composer clinician. Talks about her start her musical experiences and inspirations. She introduces us to her New band Sister Strings: Roots, Voice and Drums ensemble she talks about her work with the Young Detroit Jazz Lions and her fondness for learning new styles and combining her classical roots with her jazz roots. The goals for future projects. Becoming a Kresge Art Fellow in 2020 and performing at The Detroit International Jazz Festival virtually during COVID 19 this year.http://www.naimashamborguer.com/https://itunes.apple.com/us...2020-08-3149 min
Tia Time with ArtistsCarolyn KoebelMy guest is Percussionist Extraordinaire, Music Therapist Carolyn Koebel. Carolyn has been exploring rhythm and vibration for the past thirty years. Her early studies are rooted in the Western traditions, while the past 20 years have found her slowly traversing the globe in search of indigenous folk roots and traditional rhythmic materials from Latin & South America, West Africa, and the Middle East, and all points in-between.Carolynkoebel.comcarolynkoebel.bandcamp.com/This podcast is sponsored byMichigan ArtShareJazz Alliance of Mid-Michigan J.A.M.M.Sh...2020-08-3155 min