JazzWatch #12 | Mike LeDonne

Mike LeDonne has never been one to hold his tongue, and today’s interview is no exception. The pianist/Hammond organist discusses how he was first drawn to his instruments, and how he ascended to become one of the most in-demand jazz musicians working today. If you haven’t had the chance to hear his Groover quartet on Tuesday nights at Smoke Jazz Club in Harlem, NY, make that a priority.

He’s putting together a special celebration benefit concert for disability pride in NYC. It takes place on Jan. 8, 2015 at Quakers Friends Meeting House in NYC. Featured players will include Ron Carter, Benny Golson, George Coleman, Brad Mehldau, Harold Mabern, Jimmy Cobb and many more. For more information, visit http://www.disabilitypridenyc.com

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JazzWatch #11 | Jimmy Heath

Today, we talk to legendary tenor and soprano saxophonist, Jimmy Heath. Jimmy is a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master who recently turned 88, and is in better form than ever. He recently released a brand new big band recording called, “Togetherness,” his first live big band CD, recorded at the Blue Note. For this interview, Jimmy preferred to focus on his newer material, but he eventually discussed a few memories from his legendary career.

His autobiography, called, I Walked with Giants, is a great read.

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JazzWatch #10 | Stacy Dillard

On today’s JazzWatch, Greg welcomes internationally-renowned saxophonist, Stacy Dillard. They discuss everything from Stacy’s early days in Muskegon Heights, Michigan to his work as an in-demand sideman, to the 3 bands he fronts. We also listen to some samples of Stacy’s work.

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