Jazz
Soundtrack Reveals a Different Side of Stan Getz.
Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews "Mickey One" (Verve) the soundtrack from the Arthur Penn film. It's been reissued and features Stan Getz.
Peter Mintun's Tribute to the Women of Tin Pan Alley.
"Society" Pianist Peter Mintun performs many forgotten songs from the first half of this century. His new CD is "Your's for a Song: The Women of Tin Pan Alley." (Premier Recordings) Peter Mintun’s music is synonymous with San Francisco society. He has performed with symphony orchestras, entertained royalty, film and stage stars, and sometimes the composers themselves.
Mose Allison On His Life and Career
Pianist Allison discusses his career as a magician and songwriter.
Barry Harris Opens Up About Jazz in the U. S. and Abroad.
Barry Harris, jazz pianist and head of Xanadu Records, joins Terry for an extended discussion about jazz music.
Ted Curson Talks Mingus, Dolphy, and Jazz.
Jazz musician Ted Curson joins Fresh Air to talk about music. His recent album is called "Tears for Dolphy," and is a tribute to Eric Dolphy.
Julius Hemphill Discusses His Career and Music.
Jazz musician Julius Hemphill discusses his musical influences and career.
Oliver Lake Talks Jazz and Black Musicians
Oliver Lake, whose latest recordings include "Heavy Spirits" and "NTU," joins the show to his discuss his career.
Mal Waldron On His Career and Jazz Legends.
Pianist and composer joins the show to discuss his career and new album.
John Coates, Jr. Discusses How He Composes.
Jazz composer John Coates, Jr. discusses his career and jazz.
Steve Marcucci Performs.
Saxophonist STEVE MARCUCCI and bassist PAUL KLEINFELTER perform in-studio.