Jazz Corner of the World
Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Third Stream Music, Part 3
Don’t miss the Jazz Corner of the World as host Craig Kessler dives deeper into “Third Stream Music” – a relatively new genre that combines characteristics of improvised jazz and European classical music. We’ll hear interesting offerings from Joe Lovano, Jimmy Giuffre, Gunther Schuller, Don Ellis, Charles Mingus, and a host of others.
The Wednesday Night Special
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Kneebody at the IC Jazz Fest
We’re taking a listen back to some past Iowa City Jazz Festival favorites as we get ready for the 2022 Festival this July 4th weekend! Kneebody – known for their intense improvisation and explosive rock energy – was a crowd favorite at the 2011 Festival.
Jazz Night in America
Thursday at 11:00 PM
Kurt Elling’s The Big Blind
Vocalist Kurt Elling presents his recent creation, The Big Blind, a loving homage to the golden age of radio drama. We’ll listen in on its 2019 premier at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Tune in for love, suspense, crimes of passion, and incredible music!
Jazz Corner of the World
Saturdays at 12:00 Noon
Milestone Records, Part 2
Host Craig Kessler continues his listen to the Milestone record label, created by Orrin Keepnews following the demise of Riverside Records. Instead of an overview, Craig focuses on the extraordinary pianist McCoy Tyner and the exquisite, powerful music he recorded for Milestone.
KCCK’s Midnight CD
Every Night at Midnight
Each night, KCCK gives you the chance to hear a new CD played start-to-finish.
Samba Jazz Odyssey by Hendrik Meurkens with the WDR Big Band on Monday; Bluesthetic by Steve Davis on Tuesday; Ascent to the Blues by Alex Sipiagin on Wednesday; Live In Italy by Peter Erskine on Thursday; Blues for Breakfast by The Phantom Blues Band on Friday; No More Worlds to Conquer by Robin Trower on Saturday; Refuge by George Cotsirilos on Sunday