Special Events

Jazz At The 'Brary

Jazz At The 'Brary is one of KCCK's most popular educational and entertainment programs, held each winter in Beems Auditorium at the Cedar Rapids Public Library and in the meeting space at the Iowa City Public Library.

Jazz At The 'Brary 2008 explored the music and life of Charlie Parker.

Jazz At The 'Brary is a free collaborative educational program produced by KCCK, The Cedar Rapids Public Library and the Iowa City Public Library with support from Bradley & Riley P.C. and Hancher Auditorium.

Check back here for details of Jazz At the 'Brary 2009!


The Blues Caravan

The Blues Caravan explores the roots of American music, the Blues! Blues Caravan, a roving juke joint, is hosted by KCCK's Da Blues radio host Bob DeForest. The free event is presented by the Linn County Blues Society and KCCK the third Tuesday of the Month from September through April.

Blues Caravan is sponsored by 16th Avenue Music and KCCK.

For more information, click here, or call the Bluesline at 399-5105.


Schoolhouse Jazz

KCCK-FM is taking their jazz music format on the road to area schools through an educational outreach project. Several "Schoolhouse Jazz" programs will present the history of jazz and its importance in American culture.

The station has enlisted the help of Dennis McPartland and other well-known local musicians to share stories and musical demonstrations with elementary schools in Cedar Rapids. The program incorporates discussion, demonstration and performance in one-hour presentations to assembled students

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