The Dr. Jazz Podcast

In this Episode, we conclude our spotlight on how the blues evolved in jazz music from 1960 - Present Day. Disclaimer: This podcast is lengthy, but worth the listen!

8 Mar 20204h 48min

We are creating a 2-part spotlight focusing on the evolution of the blues within the jazz idiom. We are going back to the very roots of it all and tracing its development throught the history of recor...

7 Mar 20203h 43min

What exactly is "Rashoman Jazz"? The idea is taken from the Kurosawa film in which there are 4 different perspectives given to the same event. In jazz, many greats choose to approach similar material....

2 Mar 20202h 13min

Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler!!! In this Episode, we conclude our 5-part spotlight to get you set up and ready for MARDI GRAS 2020! No interruptions - just desatively bonnaroo!

25 Feb 20201h 30min

In this Episode, we take a special look at the life and music of Dr. John.

24 Feb 20202h 7min

In this Episode, we are gettin' ready for Mardi Gras. This is part of the spotlight series leading up to Mardi Gras, and we are focusing on music from New Orleans Brass Bands. They are a storied tradi...

23 Feb 20202h 4min

In this Episode, we are gettin' ready for Mardi Gras. This is part of the spotlight series leading up to Mardi Gras, and we are focusing on Zydeco music. Allon cher!

22 Feb 20201h 42min

In this Episode, we kick off a 5-Episode spotlight to get you ready for MARDI GRAS! In this episode, we listen and discuss one of the most precious cultural aspects of New Orleans' musical culture: Th...

21 Feb 20202h 19min