Sunday, June 15, 2014

NPR Music - JAZZ

Rhythm Runs In The Family: Drummers On Their Dads

Many jazz musicians got the music bug from their fathers. Find out what second-generation percussionists like Nasheet Waits, Ralph Peterson and Sheila E. say about their fathers' influence.
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Ethereal Jazz Singer Jimmy Scott Dies

The beloved musician had a slight frame, an almost feminine voice and a late revival after a promising start and years of neglect.
MARIAN MCPARTLAND'S PIANO JAZZ

Jerry Dodgion On Piano Jazz

The saxophonist joins host Marian McPartland with "Isfahan" and pulls out his flute for "Ambiance" in a session from 2005.
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In Time For The World Cup, Explorative New Music From Brazil

Rio de Janeiro has often been the crucible of Brazilian song — a tradition that continues today. As the world's eyes turn to Brazil, hear five songs from Rio's jazz-influenced Flame Collective.
MUSIC INTERVIEWS

For Guitarist Tom Chang, Opening Up Is A Constant Process

The guitarist and composer says that in spite of all the styles of music he's played — Indian Carnatic, classical, jazz, rock, blues — there's always more to learn.

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