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Special Programs for July 4 thru July 10
Jazz Corner of the World Encore Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm The Jazz Corner of the World with Craig Kessler is pre-empted. Enjoy KCCK’s Independence Day special with the United States Air Force Band, the Airmen of Note with special guests Karrin Allyson, Branford Marsalis, and many more! The Wednesday …
Special Programs for July 27 thru July 3
Jazz Corner of the World Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm Piano Artistry of Richie Beirach, Part 2 Craig Kessler takes another detailed look at the prolific career of Richie Beirach, who has made hundreds of recordings since 1974. We’ll hear the 74-year-old pianist in a variety of solo settings, examples of his work with guitarist …
Special Programs for June 20 thru June 26
Jazz Corner of the World Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm 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 …
Special Programs for June 13 thru June 19
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, …
Special Programs for June 6 thru June 12
Jazz Corner of the World (June 6) Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm Early Works of Oregon Host Craig Kessler takes a chronological look at this stylish and sophisticated group that was founded in 1970 by Paul McCandless, Ralph Towner, Collin Walcott, and Glen Moore. In this first of several shows, we’ll hear choice works of art (both studio …
Special Programs for May 30 thru June 5
The 2021 Iowa City Jazz Festival Memorial Day Tune in all day as KCCK whets your appetite for great live jazz! Our rebroadcast of the 2021 Iowa City Jazz Festival includes hot mainstage sets from Immanuel Wilkins, Giveton Gelin, Jennifer Wharton’s Bonegasm, and headliner Cory Wong. Plus, great side stage acts Bad News, Jim Buennig, …
Special Programs for May 23 thru May 29
Jazz Corner of the World Saturdays at 12:00 Noon Third Stream Jazz, Part 2 Host Craig Kessler plays more wonderful examples of “Third Stream Jazz” (music that combines characteristics of improvised jazz, and European classical music). In this second of three shows, you’ll love the offerings from Ornette Coleman, Duke Ellington, Stan Getz, Don Ellis, …
Special Programs for May 16 thru May 22
Jazz Corner of the World Saturdays at 12:00 Noon Early Milestone Records Host Craig Kessler takes a look at Milestone Records, founded in 1966, and carrying on the modern jazz traditions begun at Riverside Records. We’ll hear from the the label’s early days, including recordings by Gary Bartz, Lee Konitz, Wes Montgomery, McCoy Tyner, Ron …