Short List with host Bob Naujoks
Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturday at 7 AM
Vocal Short List: Kenny Rankin
While not strictly a jazz singer, Kenny Rankin’s music has been embraced by the jazz audience over the years. He grew up in New York City and absorbed multiple influences – the jazz of Miles Davis, the Brazilian music of Antonio Carlos Jobim, doo-wop, Latin jazz of Tito Puente, and especially the singer-songwriter Laura Nyro. He learned on a cheap guitar, but played on a Bob Dylan mid-60s recording. His albums after 1990 were mostly in the jazz camp, with subtle improvising with his tenor voice. Hear Kenny Rankin all week at 8:35 each morning and at 7:00 on Saturday morning, on 88.3 KCCK, or on demand on kcck.org.
Jazz Corner of the World with host Craig Kessler
Monday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Piano Artistry of Teddy Wilson
Craig salutes the life and legacy of esteemed jazz pianist Teddy Wilson by spinning a tasteful variety of tunes spanning the late 20’s into the 80’s. We’ll hear recordings from Teddy as a group leader, as well as his sideman appearances with the likes of Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman, Sarah Vaughan, and others. This show will be nirvana for any fan of jazz piano!!
Jazz Profiles with host Nancy Wilson
Monday at 11:00 PM
Al Hibbler: Unchained Melodist
One of the most popular romantic singers of the 50s—Al Hibbler was remarkable for more than his beautiful baritone. He first established himself with the Duke Ellington orchestra in the 40s and then became one of the first black male vocalists to sing love songs for mainstream audiences. He was also one of the first blind performers to make it big. It’s a tribute to the irrepressible Al Hibbler, singer and musical groundbreaker.
Wednesday Night Special
6:00 PM
Etienne Charles at the 2014 Iowa City Jazz Festival
Trumpeter Etienne Charles keeps the Mardi Gras spirit going with his Creole Soul, live from the 2014 Iowa City Jazz Festival. The supercharged performance was a boiling pot of jazz gumbo, served up to hungry crowd! If you saw him live in 2014, step up for a second helping. If you missed Etienne Charles the first time, here’s your chance to get your fill. Etienne Charles and Creole Soul, live at the 2014 Iowa City Jazz Festival. Only on Iowa’s Jazz Station, 88.3 KCCK.
Jazz Night in America with host Christian McBride
Thursday at 11:00 PM
Cecile McLorin Salvant & Sullivan Fortner
This week’s Jazz Night in America features pianist Sullivan Fortner and vocalist Cecile McLorin Salvant live in concert at Jazz at Lincoln Center and in conversation in Harlem. Cecile McLorin Salvant’s most recent release, Dreams and Daggers, won the Grammy for best jazz vocal album. Join us for an amazing experience as we share in the intimacy of two of the most charming musicians in jazz.
Jazz Corner of the World with host Craig Kessler
Saturday, Noon – 4:00 PM and Monday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Music of Woody Shaw, Part Three: His Muse Years
Craig focuses on yet another area of the career of the remarkable trumpet master and composer Woody Shaw. This week, we’ll throw the spotlight onto his stunning recordings that he made for Joe Fields’ Muse Record label in the 1970’s and 80’s … mostly leading his own great bands! Stunning material!
KCCK’s Midnight CD
The Monday – Sunday Midnight CD for this week can be found at: