The Linn County Blues Society (LCBS) regular meetings have been on a bit of a pandemic pause, even though the organization itself has continued to be active, producing events like last summer’s Bourbon & Blues. Blues fans are invited to join the club for some fun on Feb. 6 at Checkers Tavern in Cedar Rapids. …
The regular meeting of the Kirkwood Board of Trustees will take place February 9, 2023. Time, place, and meeting agenda can be found at this link.
The KCCK Featured Album for February is the self-titled debut release from “The Heavy Hitters.” This brand new ensemble includes some of the most established players in the genre, co-led by pianist Mike LeDonne and saxophonist Eric Alexander, long-time friends coming together for their very first sextet project as leaders. Recorded at the legendary Van …
Jazz Corner of the World Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm A Listen to PM Records Tune in as host Craig Kessler spins choice cuts from Canadian label, PM Records, founded by bassist Gene Perla. PM Records released some 46 titles between 1973 until the early 1980s, featuring interesting sides by Elvin Jones, Steve Grossman, Dave Liebman …
Jazz Corner of the World Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm The Artistry of Jimmy Giuffre, Part 2 Host Craig Kessler features reedman Jimmy Giuffre’s truly groundbreaking music from 1955 through 1959. Giuffre’s work continues to inspire both new and up-and-coming musicians today. The Wednesday Night Special Wednesdays at 6:00pm The Airmen …
Riverside Theatre presents “A Walk In The Woods” Jan. 26 – Feb. 12. Written by UI playwriting alum Lee Blessing, it’s the story of two arms negotiators, one American, and one Soviet. Written toward the end of the Cold War, current events have made it timely once again. The play is directed by Riverside’s founding …
Pianist Dan Knight has recently moved back to Iowa after a decade in North Carolina. He celebrates his homecoming at “An Evening With Dan Knight,” Friday, January 20 at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City. Dan drops some hints about what he has planned for his first Iowa City appearance in more than 10 years, …
Jazz Corner of the World Mondays from 6:00pm to 10:00pm Wayne Shorter on Blue Note The Jazz classics of Wayne Shorter continue to inspire artists old and new. Join host Craig Kessler as he plays a variety of Wayne Shorter’s appearances with other Blue Note artists, plus all of his Blue Note sessions as a …
