Gary G. Vercelli
Jazz Music Director
André Previn, Musical Polymath, Has Died At Age 89
February 28, 2019
André Previn died Thursday morning in Manhattan. He was a composer of Oscar-winning film music, conductor, pianist and music director of major orchestras.
Jazz Multi-Instrumentalist Mikel Paul Brings Laid Back Vibes To Nevada City
February 25, 2019
Mikel Paul is performing at the Golden Era in Nevada City on Friday, March 1.
14th Annual Teagarden Jazz Festival Features Bandleader Jim Cullum
February 7, 2019
The Sacramento Jazz Education Foundation previews the Teagarden Jazz Festival with special guest Jim Cullum.
Sheila Jordan Will Perform At Roseville Jazz Festival Benefit This Week
January 29, 2019
Jazz vocalist Sheila Jordan spoke with CapRadio's Gary Vercelli about her life and career before her performance at a benefit for the Roseville Jazz Festival this Thursday.
Gary Vercelli Features New Jazz Releases For Sound Advice
January 17, 2019
CapRadio Jazz Music Director Gary Vercelli features exciting discoveries from the 2019 Jazz Congress in New York City.
Remembering Nancy Wilson And Her Benefit Concert For CapRadio
December 15, 2018
From the time CapRadio first signed on the air in 1979, Nancy Wilson has been one of our core artists and an audience favorite. In 1994, Ms. Wilson performed in a special concert celebrating our 15th anniversary. Beforehand she sat for an interview.
Nancy Wilson, Legendary Vocalist And NPR 'Jazz Profiles' Host, Dies At 81
December 14, 2018
Wilson, who won three Grammy awards and recorded more than 60 albums, died at her California home Thursday after a long illness. From 1996-2005, she hosted NPR's documentary series Jazz Profiles.
Jazz, Love and Letting Loose: Brooklyn's Surprising Senior Jazz Scene
December 14, 2018
Jazz 966 is a senior center by day, but, on Friday nights, it transforms into a swinging jazz club catering to seniors who love to hear live music.
A Century Later, An Illuminated Eulogy For A Jazz Pioneer
December 7, 2018
Pianist Jason Moran calls James Reese Europe "basically the 'big bang' of jazz." Moran's tribute to the composer and WWI "Hellfighter" pulls his contributions to the genre out of history.
Kendrick Lamar, Brandi Carlile Among Top Nominees For 2019 Grammys
December 7, 2018
The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences announced its list of nominees for the 2018 Grammy Awards, including Brandi Carlile, Janelle Monae and "Black Panther."