Dennis Green talks to Latin Jazz guru Jim Dreier on the occasion of Jim’s induction into the Jazz Educators of Iowa Hall of Fame. Jim talks about how he didn’t even play in high school band, but still attended the prestigious Berklee School of Music, and how it was listening to Chick Corea and Airto …
Swamp Fox Bookstore has just opened in a new shopping district in Marion, West End Shops. Terri LeBlanc says she and co-owners Ursla Lamphear and Amanda Zhorne offer unique ability to help you find books to your taste, even if you never set foot in the store! On Aug. 1 at 3pm, Swamp Fox will …
Short List with host Bob Naujoks Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturdays at 7 AM B-3 Blitz: Dr. Lonnie Smith B-3 legend Dr. Lonnie Smith credits his musical family for steeping him in gospel, classical, and jazz. After an early start working with George Benson, Smith began a solo career that spans …
We may be limited to one in-person Jazz Under the Stars concert this year on Aug. 27, we’re reserving Thursdays (and Wednesdays!) in August to remember some of our favorite evenings in Noelridge Park and McGrath Amphitheatre. Use the form below to vote for a show you’d like to hear again. Vote as often as …
Short List with host Bob Naujoks Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturdays at 7 AM B-3 Blitz: Shirley Scott A major force in the 1950’s and 1960’s, Shirley Scott did much to elevate the organ as a respected jazz instrument. She was 22 years old when she began her long association with …
It’s another in Dennis Green’s occasional series of special music interviews. July 17 is the birthday of pianist Vince Guaraldi, and we celebrate with a conversation with his biographer Derrick Bang. You’ll hear how a radio DJ made “Cast Your Fate To The Wind” a hit, and the story of how Guaraldi got his most …
Actor Patrick Du Laney is back in Iowa after the pandemic forced the closure of the Broadway show he’s been a part of for over a year, the hit “Harry Potter and The Cursed Child.” He’s used his free time to finish writing a new play which will have its world premiere July 17 as …
The COVID-19 pandemic will shrink but not cancel Jazz Under the Stars. Instead of four concerts, there will be a single, physically-distanced show August 27 at McGrath Amphitheatre, featuring two bands. But get there early! Admission is free, but in-person attendance will be limited. The msic starts at 6pm rather than our traditional 7pm start. …
