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Great Jazz Radio Still Matters pt. 4

For part 4 of our ongoing series of dialogues with jazz radio programmers/show hosts we hear from Brad Stone, who broadcasts jazz programming out of a streaming platform from just south of the San Francisco Bay Area. And we hear … Continue reading

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Great Jazz Radio Still Matters pt. 3

To understand why great jazz radio still matters we’ve been turning to those essential jazz radio voices around the country who make a difference, and who continue to deliver the sound to their listening audiences and work diligently to grow … Continue reading

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Great Jazz Radio Still Matters Pt.2

Our ongoing series of virtual conversations with jazz broadcasters on why Great Jazz Radio Still Matters, we hear from disparate parts of the country – from New Orleans, Chicago and Los Angeles. Middleton O’Malley – known to his friends as … Continue reading

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How Randy Weston came to embrace Morocco

African Rhythms Chapter 10 Making a Home in Africa © Willard Jenkins “Son, never forget what you are.  You’re an African.  Though you were born here in the United States of America, you are an African.  An African born in … Continue reading

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Great Jazz Radio Still Matters

My recent, extremely rewarding and gratifying experience with the NEA Jazz Masters as recipient of the 2024 NEA Jazz Masters A.B. Spellman award for Jazz Advocacy has provided plenty of room for reflection, including some precious opportunities to participate in … Continue reading

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