Grammy-nominated collective säje takes vocal jazz in new directionsCapRadio’s Paul Conley spoke with Sara Gazarek, member of the vocal quartet säje. The group is performing in Sacramento on Oct. 17. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Chris Brubeck reflects on his father's 100-year legacy ahead of Sacramento eventFebruary 1, 2022 | Avery JeffryDave Brubeck's sons Chris and Dan are celebrating the centennial of their late father with a worldwide tour that includes a stop at Sacramento’s Crest Theater on Wednesday.
Jazz music that got us through another year of the pandemicDecember 22, 2021 | Gary G. Vercelli | Avery Jeffry | Andrew MillsCapRadio’s jazz hosts share their top picks for jazz music that came out in 2021.
The legend of CapRadio's Jingle Bell JazzDecember 16, 2021 | Andrew MillsForty years ago, Gary Vercelli had an idea. An idea that would forever change the face of Christmas at CapRadio. But, like all great ideas, it did not come to him easily.
ClassicalStephen Sondheim, the Broadway legend, has died at 91November 26, 2021The celebrated composer-songwriter died on Friday. He had won several Tonys and Grammys, as well as an Oscar and Pulitzer, for musicals including West Side Story and Company.
Veronica Swift: Tradition in transitionNovember 16, 2021 | Gary G. VercelliAt age 27, Veronica Swift has established herself as an elite jazz vocalist. She can swing and scat like nobody else. She’ll be performing at the Mondavi Center Nov. 21.
Jazz guitarist Pat Martino, a virtuoso twice over, dies at 77November 2, 2021The lauded guitarist's career spanned nearly six decades, beginning with an auspicious education in Pennsylvania from a teacher of John Coltrane.
Vocalist Samara Joy makes a striking debutOctober 20, 2021 | Andrew MillsSamara Joy sings like she's seen it all, but she just released her self-titled debut album. CapRadio’s Andrew Mills spoke with her on winning an international jazz vocal competition, having a fan in Oscar-winning actress Regina King and more.
Pianist Arturo O’Farrill breaks barriers and builds communityOctober 14, 2021 | Avery JeffryJazz pianist and composer Arturo O’Farrill has a lot going on these days. He’s currently on tour with his Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra, which stops in Davis on Thursday, Oct. 14 to perform at the Mondavi Center.
Interview: Saxophonist Mindi Abair In Her Own WordsAugust 30, 2021 | Gary G. VercelliSaxophonist Mindi Abair is a two-time Grammy nominee who has worked with artists as diverse as Duran Duran, Lalah Hathaway, the Backstreet Boys and Aerosmith.
Interview: Tower Of Power’s Roger Smith In His Own WordsAugust 25, 2021 | Gary G. VercelliSacramento keyboard master Roger Smith has been a key member of Tower of Power’s rhythm section for over two decades. Nine years ago, Smith and his longtime friend Mike Smolich also founded Bump City Winery.