Jazz Corner of the World (Encore)
Monday at 6:00pm
Jazz in the Movies
In this special encore episode, host Craig Kessler spotlights the important jazz found in movie soundtracks. Many classic jazz charts were written specifically for a feature film yet stand out as timeless pieces of jazz genius.
Wednesday Night Special
I-380 Express Reunion at Jazz Under the Stars
KCCK capped off its month-long 50th birthday party in grand style with the reunion of Al Naylor’s I-380 Express Big Band. What began as a one-off gig for a local telethon soon grew into one of eastern Iowa’s most talked about ensembles. Original members took the stage to pay tribute to leader and mentor, trumpeter Al Naylor.
Jazz Corner of the World (Encore)
Saturdays from 12 noon to 4:00pm
Violinist Michael White
Host Craig Kessler does a deep listen to the music of violinist Michael White, a pioneer of avant garde jazz. We’ll hear music from his collaborations with Eric Dolphy, Pharoah Sanders, and Sun Ra, his work with the early fusion group the Fourth Way, and much more.
KCCK’s Midnight CD (July 27 – August 2)
Every Night at Midnight
KCCK features a new album every night, played start-to-finish.
New Paradigm by Zen Zadravec on Monday; The Aly Ryerson Quartet by the Aly Ryerson Quartet on Tuesday; Playtime by Lou Marini on Wednesday; Feebles, Fables & Ferns by Mick Goodrick & Fred Hersch on Thursday; Souvenirs by Doug Duffy & Badd on Friday; Blue Collar by Chris O’Leary on Saturday; Your Love is My Home by Charlie Wood on Sunday.