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Capital Public Radio's discussion of an art form born in America and celebrated worldwide.
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Empress Of The Stage
August 12, 2019
How do we understand the music of the early 20th Century if we consider Bessie Smith — seriously — as an actress?
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July 24, 2019
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João Gilberto, Master Of Bossa Nova, Dies At 88
July 8, 2019
The Brazilian singer and guitarist, who won wide acclaim for his abundant technical skill and minimalist style, was behind one of the best-selling jazz albums of all time, 1964's Getz/Gilberto.
Ear To Ear: Here’s What CapRadio’s Jazz Hosts Are Grooving To This July
July 2, 2019
You hear them all the time on the radio, but our CapRadio jazz hosts have put together a new monthly playlist to give you a peek into their personal library.
Joel Ross And His (Exceptionally) Good Vibes
June 19, 2019
The vibraphonist has a "love-hate relationship" with his instrument that has been helpful in perfecting his craft — but it wouldn't mean much without the deep emotional well he pulls from.
Sound Advice: New Releases By Top Female Jazz Vocalists
June 13, 2019
CapRadio’s Jazz Music Director Gary Vercelli highlights notable new releases by today’s top female jazz vocalists, including Calabria Foti, Tierney Sutton, Mary Stallings, and Nicki Parrott.
Smithsonian Folkways Celebrates 50 Years Of Jazz Fest's Serendipity
June 8, 2019
The 50th anniversary Jazz Fest: The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival box set, out now, focuses on jazz legends and rising stars from the region.
Rio Americano Jazz Band Basks In The Limelight Of Success
May 28, 2019
Rio Americano band director Josh Murray discusses a banner year of success for the school’s jazz program.
Australian Jazz Musician Sarah McKenzie’s New Album Has An International Flavor
May 16, 2019
Sarah McKenzie is hard to categorize. She joins Insight to talk about her unique style, her new album and her upcoming performances.
Virtuoso Pianist Vijay Iyer Brings His Sextet To The Mondavi Center
May 7, 2019
Composer, bandleader, pianist and Harvard professor Vijay Iyer brings his sextet’s unique brand of jazz to the Mondavi Center at UC Davis.
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