Old Creamery Theatre presents “The Savannah Sipping Society” May 31 – June 24. Actors Carrie SaLoutos and Kay Francis say that if you’re a fan of the Golden Girls, or the new movie “The Book Club,” you’ll enjoy this tale of four women dealing with life changes who come together over conversation and cocktails.
Tickets and information at www.oldcreamery.com.
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It’s all about the Bass with Dennis Green, as he interviews Des Moines native Hannah Marks, now a student in the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University about her upcoming show at the Clinton St. Social Club on May 26. Iowa City bassist Blake Shaw sits on on the conversation as well. He and guitarist Dan Padley open for Hannah’s Heartland Trio.
Listen as these two exciting players talk about how they first got interested in jazz, and even ask each other some questions!
Proceeds from theconcert go to support KCCK’s jazz education programs. Details at www.clintonstreetsocial.com.
Deadpool 2, Book Club and RBG with Hollis Monroe, Denny Lynch and Scott Chrisman
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Short List with host Bob Naujoks
Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturday at 7 AM
Corridor Shortlist: Scott Barnum
Bassist Scott Barnum is the focus of this week’s Short List. A graduate of the University of Iowa Music School, he spent a decade in Boston honing his chops and getting his advanced degree. He has played across the country – with gigs in Boston, Chicago, and New York – and with some of Eastern Iowa’s finest musicians, like Eddie Piccard, Steve Grismore, Jim Drier, and Al Naylor.
Jazz Corner of the World with host Craig Kessler
Monday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Freddie Hubbard’s Blue Note Years
Craig takes another look at trumpet master Freddie Hubbard, this time through his Blue Note releases. We’ll hear records that feature Freddie as a leader, as well as many side-man appearances with artists like Art Blakey, Eric Dolphy, Kenny Drew, Dexter Gordon, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, and others!
Jazz Profiles with host Nancy Wilson
Monday at 11:00 PM
Dave Brubeck: In His Own Sweet Way
Innovative pianist/composer David Brubeck has been a true jazz phenomenon — he and his quartet were the first instrumental group to sell over a million records. This widely popular band had several top ten chart hits, sold out concerts everywhere, and landed Brubeck on the cover of Time magazine. We will explore the career of Dave Brubeck from his Quartet (which made the now legendary “Take Five” recording) through the present day, including his work in classical music.
Wednesday Night Special
6:00 PM
The United States Air Force Band “Airmen of Note” with Marshall Gilkes
As Memorial Day approaches, KCCK says Thank You to our armed forces with a third concert with the United States Air Force Band. Trombonist Marshall Gilkes joins the Airmen of Note on stage. Gilkes, a seasoned veteran in jazz circles, is also a true Air Force “brat.” He was born on Andrews Air Force Base, and his father, Colonel Bruce Gilkes, was Airmen of Note’s conductor for many years. Gilkes brings his familiarity of the big band and his innate sense of swing to the show, for this final broadcast of their Jazz Heritage Series.
Jazz Night in America with host Christian McBride
Thursday at 11:00 PM
Gary Burton Retires Gary Burton’s final stop on his farewell tour was at the Jazz Kitchen in Indianapolis, Indiana — Gary’s home state. The master vibraphonist has retired from music on his own terms and in the comfort of playing duets with his pianist of three decades, Makoto Ozone. This episode Jazz Night in America features music recorded at The Jazz Kitchen, Burton in conversation with WBGO’s Nate Chinen, and words from some his closest friends and colleagues.
Jazz Corner of the World with host Craig Kessler
Saturday, Noon – 4:00 PM and Monday, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
A Collection of Miles Davis Tribute Recordings
Since the passing of Miles Davis, there have been many recordings made by a number of great jazz artists who pay tribute to the legacy and continued inspiration of Miles Davis – arguably one of the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of 20th century music. Craig presents some of the highlights of these terrific recordings. It’s a great way to celebrate Miles’s May 26th birthday!
KCCK’s Midnight CD
The Monday – Sunday Midnight CD for this week can be found at:
Eric Hansen, radio personality at KZIA and board member with the Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance (ICCA), brings his radio voice to the Culture Crawl to talk about the upcoming ICCA Members Mixer on May 23. He also mentions a few of the many cool events going on over the next week.
See hundreds of events for the days and weeks to come at www.culturalcorridor.org.
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With his gruff, gravelly voice, his penchant for hep cat diction, and the serpentine bebop turns of his vocalese creations, Eddie Jefferson might not seem the ideal match for a classic romantic crooner like Allan Harris. The Brooklyn-born singer has previously paid homage to the songs of Billy Strayhorn and Nat King Cole, repertoire that seems like a more ideal fit. Until embarking on the project that became “The Genius of Eddie Jefferson,” Harris would have agreed wholeheartedly with that assessment. But not only did he discover the depth of Jefferson’s estimable talents and innovations, but he found his own way into Jefferson’s idiosyncratic takes on the classic solos of jazz giants like Miles Davis, Dexter Gordon, Lester Young and Coleman Hawkins. The disc is an ideal blend of Harris’ rich, beguiling baritone and Jefferson’s bantering cool.
While the phrase “diamond in the rough” often describes burgeoning talents brimming with potential, Tia Fuller has exhibited impending greatness since emerging on the international jazz scene more than a decade ago. Now, her artistic capacity has blossomed tremendously, resulting in her fourth release, “Diamond Cut,” her first album as a leader since 2012. In those six years, she’s transitioned from being a member of Beyonce’s touring band to becoming a full-time professor at Berklee College of Music, while still juggling a demanding career as a solo artist and touring with the likes of drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, bassist Esperanza Spalding and drummer Ralph Peterson, among others.
Also this week, NEA Jazz Master Ellis Marsalis
offers up the very first jazz quintet album of his career, “The Ellis Marsalis Quintet Plays the Music of Ellis Marsalis”.
14-year-old pianis
t, composer and bandleader Joey Alexander unveils his third studio CD, “Eclipse”.
Spin Cycle, whom DownBeat magazine describes as “a cohesive unit that commands an exceptional stylistic range and exhibits a go-for-broke attitude,” follows up its critically acclaimed 2016 debut with the release of “Assorted Colors.”
KCCK celebrated our most generous and faithful donors at a special dinner held May 16 at the KCCK studios. We recognized those who have donated for 20, 25, and 30 consecutive years.
Special recognition went to the members of the KCCK “Future Fund,” who have remembered KCCK in their will or estate plan. They each received an original art piece, created by KCCK Future Fund member Darrell “Wally” Wahlstrom to applaud the commitment they have made to make sure KCCK is around to benefit our community forever.
Are you in the 20+ year club? See the list at this link.
Revival Theatre Company presents the musical “The Bridges of Madison County,” May 31- June 2. Director Brian Glick and Christina Farrell, who plays Francesca, talk about the unique solution the production has to staging this show, in which the Iowa countryside and the titular bridges near Winterset play such an important part, in the round and with minimal set pieces.
Information and tickets at www.revivaltheatrecompany.com.
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