Short List with host Bob Naujoks
Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturdays at 7 AM
Galloping Guitars: Peter Bernstein
Eternal sideman Peter Bernstein has accompanied some of the greats, like organists Dr. Lonnie Smith and Mel Rhyne, his mentor guitarist Jim Hall, and revered saxophonist Lou Donaldson. He maintains a long-standing organ trio with high school buddy Larry Goldings, and college friend, drummer Bill Stewart.
Jazz Corner of the World with host Craig Kessler
Mondays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
The Artistry of Alice Coltrane
Craig surveys the career of harpist, pianist and organist Alice Coltrane. We’ll hear beautiful, high class, underrated music made with Terry Gibbs, Joe Henderson, McCoy Tyner, and others, as well as recordings with spouse John Coltrane. She began her career as a leader in 1968, with recordings on Impulse, Warner Brothers, and Verve.
Wednesday Night Special
Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
The North Corridor Jazz All Stars
The North Corridor Jazz All Stars returned in 2018 for their fourth appearance at the Iowa City Jazz Festival. The group is composed of some of the most talented high school jazz musicians in the Corridor from Cedar Rapids to Cedar Falls. Under the direction of Coe College music professor Steve Shanley, the North Corridor Jazz All Stars immerse themselves in rehearsing a diverse program of music, featuring the many facets of Big Band repertoire. Their shows are always a favorite of the Festival weekend.
Jazz Night in America with host Christian McBride
Thursdays at 11:00 PM
Herbie Hancock Live In Brooklyn
Jazz Night in America host Christian sits down with Herbie to discuss his journey in technology and expanding the boundaries of jazz through the years. Our concert features Herbie with guitarist Lionel Loueke, bassist James Genus, drummer Trevor Lawrence Jr., and saxman Terrace Martin.
Jazz Corner of the World with host Craig Kessler
Saturdays at Noon
Blue Note Records in 1959, Part Two
Craig examines the second half of 1959 and the recordings from Alfred Lion’s Blue Note Records. Craig’s stack of tasty gems includes Jimmy Smith, Lou Donaldson, Jackie McLean, Dizzy Reece, Donald Byrd, and other important artists from a grand year in modern jazz.
KCCK’s Midnight CD
The Monday – Sunday Midnight CD for this week can be found at: