Christian Howes
In 2011 Christian Howes was voted first place in the Downbeat Critics Poll (“rising stars/violin”) and nominated by the Jazz Journalists Association for “violinist of the year.”Evenin' Jazz host Tracy...
View ArticleA chat with jazz singer LeNard Rutledge
Miami-born LeNard Rutledge has been a fixture on the South Florida jazz scene for years. Here he talks about his work, his life, his family, and more.
View ArticleUp from Down Under, it's Albare
Born in Morocco, raised in France and Israel, the guitarist and composer Albare has settled in Australia. A major presence on the jazz scene there, he's wrapping up an eastern United States tour in...
View ArticleLiving His Dreams: Reuben Hoch
Drummer, composer, physician, father – South Florida’s own Reuben Hoch has it all. Founder and leader of the Chassidic Jazz Project, a member of Zaviot and other ensembles, this busy musician talks...
View ArticleMaceo Parker's Brand New Bag
Made famous by James Brown, saxophonist Maceo Parker has built an impressive career on his own, working with artists ranging from George Clinton to Ani DiFranco. He talks about his start with the...
View ArticleThe Remarkable Rene Marie
Rene Marie's story is as compelling as her songs. She shares details of her transformation from oppressed wife to music professional, explains her devotion to assisting the homeless and more. She will...
View ArticleMichael Kaeshammer on life and music
Born in Germany, now living in Canada, Michael Kaeshammer's got the sounds of New Orleans in his blood. The boogie-woogie sensation explains how focusing on why he plays rather than how made all the...
View ArticleLeon Foster Thomas Finds His Voice
Leon Foster Thomas grew up in a musical household in Trinidad but steel pan didn't appeal to him - at first. Ultimately the young percussionist taught himself to play the island's official...
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