Jazz Corner of the World Encore
Mondays at 6:00 PM
Artist Tributes to Eric Dolphy, Part 1
Host Craig Kessler is on hiatus for the next couple of weeks. While he’s gone, Craig has chosen a few of his favorite shows from the past to enjoy again. This week, it’s a tribute to reedman Eric Dolphy, as played by the countless artists who have been influenced by his groundbreaking works.
The Wednesday Night Special
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Remembering Ron Miles
The Wednesday Night Special this week honors the memory and legacy of trumpeter Ron Miles, who passed away late last week. Miles was a legendary performer and composer, and a respected jazz educator. We pay tribute to Ron Miles with a re-broadcast of his 2003 appearance at the Iowa City Jazz Festival.
Jazz Night in America
Thursdays at 11:00 PM
Rediscovered Shirley Horn
Jazz Night In America’s “crate digging” series continues with a rediscovered 1991 concert by pianist and singer Shirley Horn. She’s joined onstage by Toots Thielemans, Branford and Wynton Marsalis, and many more. Host Christian McBride proclaims Horn, “could do a ballad like no one else.”
Jazz Corner of the World
Saturdays at 12:00 Noon
More Film Soundtracks in Jazz
This week, it’s more fabulous jazz from the motion pictures. Host Craig Kessler plays soundtrack music from Shorty Rogers, Leith Stevens, Andre Previn, MJQ, Stan Getz, Art Blakey, Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Gerry Mulligan, Henry Mancini, Donald Byrd, and many others. There’s no need to have your 3-D glasses with you, but be prepared to hear some top-notch jazz!
KCCK’s Midnight CD
Every Night at Midnight
Each night, KCCK gives you the chance to hear a new CD played start-to-finish.
Table for Five! by Juan Carlos Quintero on Monday; Night Train to Copenhagen by the Alvin Queen Trio on Tuesday; In This Moment by Sam Kirmayer on Wednesday; 12 Stars by Melissa Aldana on Thursday; I Ain’t Playin’ by Diunna Greenleaf on Friday; Good to Be … by Keb’ Mo’ on Saturday; Songs & Stories by Callum Au & Claire Martin on Sunday