This 112th episode presents the second installment of our review of May's jazz premieres. Explore recordings by a…

During this week's two-hour program of Jazz and improvised music, we start off with pianist Sonny Clark (July 21,…

In the annals of jazz both short-term and long, the influence of drummer-led initiatives is immeasurable. There is Ar…

In this final installment of interpretations of the John Lennon and Paul McCartney songbook, we turn to music from th…

On this show a selection of excellent new releases, further exploration of Ivo Perelman's recent re-releases on L…

Nicole Glover's "Memories, Dreams, Reflections" James Brandon Lewis's "Abstraction is Delivera…

One of the enduring mysteries of jazz is also one of its most salient criteria: the hookup between bass and drums. Li…

Large ensembles, young talents, modern jazz ministry and a hidden gem from Brazil make up for a very rewarding listen…

Greetings Music Family! It's time for another episode of the "First Instrument Jazz Show"! I've got…

Tenor saxophonist Rico Jones's debut recording, Bloodlines, is a thoughtful exploration of his Latino and indigen…

For Joe Henry , truth in songwriting doesn't come from confession or fact. It comes from presence, from listening…

It's really no surprise that the tunes from The Beatles still attract jazz musicians, much as the music of Gersh…

In the set I'd like to remember jazz pianist/composer Andrew Hill who was born 94 years ago on June 30, 1931. Hi…