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Wayne Shorter Talks Sax |
Though Wayne Shorter is usually reluctant to talk about the past rather than the future, here he gives insights into his decision to play saxophone as a late bloomer and his years with Art Blakey and Miles Davis. ) 
Fats Waller | Dick Hyman, Waller expert and pianist extraordinaire, narrates the life of Thomas Fats Waller, a pioneering composer, pianist, singer and showman. )
Terence Blanchard Live at Village Vanguard Feb. 2009 | Blanchard's superb 2009 quintet with tenor saxophonist Walter Smith Jr. performs a piece from his powerful suite "A Tale Of God's Will" written in the wake of the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina.(Recorded by WBGO) )
Anthony Braxton Interview |
The Complete Arista Recordings Of Anthony Braxton (#242 - 8 CDs) In this featured Mosaic 'Vodcast' (Video Podcast), we go in depth with Anthony Braxton, as he discussess various aspects of his career and development. Joined with Braxton are Michael Cuscuna and Steve Backer, both close associates of Braxton's during his pivotal years on Arista Records (1970s) as one of the leading musical minds in the world of creative music. Watch Video  
Pianist Mile Longo Remembers Oscar Peterson |
The Complete Clef/Mercury Rec. Of Oscar Peterson Trio (#241) On this podcast, Jazz pianist Mike Longo discusses some of the unique qualities of Oscar Peterson's style and approach to music, as well as his experiences learning as Peterson's protege. 
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Dan Morgenstern on Lester Young |
Classic Columbia OKeh & Vocalion 1936-1940 (#239) Dan Morgenstern, curator of the Institute For Jazz Studies and former editor of Down Beat, discusses Lester Young's musicianship and the importance of Count Basie with rare and stunning photographs from the period. Watch Exclusive Slideshow » 
Loren Schoenberg on Lionel Hampton |
The Complete Lionel Hampton Victor Sessions 1937-1941 (#238) Jazz scholar and Executive Director of The National Jazz Museum in Harlem, Loren Schoenberg, discusses some of the inside details of the new Lionel Hampton Box Set. LaurenSchoenberg.com
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David Baker on Quincy Jones |
The Quincy Jones ABC/Mercury Big Band Sessions (#237) Legendary composer and educator, David Baker, reflects on his experiences working in the Quincy Jones Orchestra, offering an inside look at Quincy's life and music. DavidBakerMusic.org
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Charles Tolliver Big Band - BBC Performance (Video) |
Charles Tolliver: With Love Charles Tolliver and his Big Band perform three tunes from their latest, Grammy-nominated CD, With Love (Performances: On The Nile, Suspicion and Toughin'). Click to Watch!
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