In this Episode, we take a look at how jazz musicians incorporate elements of Sephardic Music in their imporvisations and original compositions. We also explain some origins and musical formulas for that sound. Enjoy ..read more

We have reached our 200th Episode of The Dr. Jazz Podcast! What better way to celebrate this milestone than with our annual Mardi Gras Madness episode for 2023. Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler ..read more

We have presented many various spotlight episodes on John Zorn and his universe of music through various aggregations, but we haven't specifically focused on his guitar works. Most listeners will notice that there has been quite a number of pieces he has recently written for guitar. But Zorn has quite a history of guitar works. We will discuss this and the variety presented in these 12 selections. So sit back and enjoy some hair-raising music, some thought-provoking music and some of the most gorgeous music ever written for guitar. Not to be missed ..read more

What in the world does Jug Bands or Washboard Bands have to do with jazz music? In this episode, we explain the connection through history, influence and some special players. Plus, it's just fun music. We pride ourselves here at The Dr. Jazz Podcast on bringing you the most diverse sounds in and related to the jazz idiom. So sit back, relax and enjoy the fun (and sometimes funny) sounds from Jug & Washboard Bands ..read more

In this Episode, we take a look at trumpet great Lee Morgan and his role as a leader on sessions. Besides 12 great tracks that show his development and growth as an artist, we also give some historical and biographical info on the trumpet giant ..read more

In this Episode, we take a separate look at trumpet great Lee Morgan and his role as a consummate sideman on some of the greatest sessions in jazz. Besides 12 great tracks that show his development and growth as an artist, we also give some historical and biographical info on the trumpet giant ..read more

Mingus. Sometimes he was described as volatile, tender, or misunderstood, but most agree he was a musical genius. In this episode we are taking a look / listen at some of Mingus' music with a different lens and perspective: his dedication pieces. It would have to take a special musician for Charles Mingus to write a composition dedicated to them and that is exactly what we are exploring. One thing is guaranteed - all the music will be fantastic ..read more

In this episode, we are exploring the gospel sounds coming from the Blue Note Records catalog! Alfred Lion was notorious for asking musicians to record something "groovy" and some of Blue Note's best artists went back to church for inspiration and wrote something in a gospel vein. We break down some of these tracks for you to enjoy. Hallelujah ..read more

In this Episode, we give you our annual Holiday Jazz episode. 25 uninterrupted Holiday Jazz tracks to lift your spirits and brighten your day. Merry Christmas ..read more

In this Episode, we give you the last Jazz Grab Bag of 2022. We are spinning 12 very varied tracks to end 2022 ..read more