Hey, Jazz fans! Be sure to tune in this week as we celebrate the birthdays saxophonists Don Redman, Hilton Jefferson and David Sanborn, singers Karrin Allyson, Kevin Mahogony, Ellyn Rucker and Nnenna Freelon, pianists and guitarists Kenny Burrell and Stanley Clark, trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis, Bluesman Buddy Guy and more. We’ll also mark the recording anniversary …
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 …
Bluesmore returns to the Brucemore Mansion’s First Avenue Lawn after last year’s successful return of the hit event. Linn County Blues Society board members Greg West and Mark Rowell are in the studio to talk logistics and provide an overview on the lineup. It’s Saturday, August 1 with gates opening at 3pm. Tickets can be …
Starlighters II Theatre Presents “Tuck Everlasting” directed by Lindy Rublaitus at the Starlighters II Theatre in Anamosa. Cast members Sidney Dunlap (Winnie Foster), Griffin Embree (Jesse Tuck), and assistant director/choreographer Holden McGraw are in the studio with insights into this adventurous musical adaptation of Natalie Babbitt’s classic novel. The show runs July 24-26, 31 & …
Steve Shanley is back for week eight of the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band’s 2026 season. Concerts at Kingston Yard on Wednesday (7/22) and at Ellis Park on Sunday (7/26) will feature music by John Williams and a performance by Young Artist Competition Runner-Up, flutist Marley Fonk. Music on both nights begins at 7:30pm. Weather updates …
Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and Spotify Performing alongside a rhythm section cheekily dubbed the Italian Groovers, Lou Marini is as vibrant and swinging as ever at the age of 80, reminding us why he is one of the most revered figures on his instrument in the world. Across more than a half-century, Marini has …
Hey, Jazz fans! Be sure to tune in this week as we celebrate the birthdays of singers Lola Albright, Helen Merrill and Janis Siegel, pianists Billy Taylor, Sonny Clark and James Weidman, organist Don Patterson, guitarists Jimmy Bruno and Al Di Meola, saxmen Junior Cook and Charles McPherson, bassist Keter Betts, hornman Jon Faddis and …
Jazz Corner of the World (Encore) Mondays at 6:00pm A Listen to Pacific Jazz In the first of a series of special encore episodes, host Craig Kessler presents a deep listen to the legendary Pacific Jazz label. Founded in 1952, Pacific Jazz specialized in cool jazz and the West Coast sound. It is best known …
