The Weekly Special

June 7, 2018

Jennie DeVoe – “Healer”

A Hoosier native, Jennie DeVoe fell in love with music as a child. Today, DeVoe has gained popularity for her soulful funk and captivating stage presence.

May 24, 2018

Street of Dreams: Jazz on Indiana Avenue – The Decline of an Era

After forty years as a center of culture and music, Indianapolis’ jazz haven, Indiana Avenue, crumbled under the weight of economic downturn and desegregation.

May 3, 2018

Street of Dreams: Jazz on Indiana Avenue – Local Talent

As Indiana Avenue thrived, local talent emerged including trombonists J.J. Johnson and David Baker, trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, and guitarist Wes Montgomery.

April 26, 2018

Street of Dreams: Jazz on Indiana Avenue – The Late 1930s

During the 1930s, Indianapolis’ Ferguson Brothers created a successful musical circuit, establishing jazz nightclubs and promoting local black entertainers.

March 22, 2018

Street of Dreams: Jazz on Indiana Avenue – The Roarin’ Twenties

In Indianapolis, the jazz scene grew along Indiana Avenue in the early 20th century, fostering some astounding talents and contributing to jazz across America.

February 22, 2018

Bryan Thompson – “Intimacy”

Jazz Saxophonist Bryan Thompson, a Trailblazer award winner and Indiana University graduate, performs "Intimacy."

February 22, 2018

Bryan Thompson

After discovering the saxophone at the age of 9, Bryan Thompson gained a reputation as a musical prodigy. Today, the recognition continues nationwide.

February 22, 2018

Bryan Thompson – “Snow in July”

Jazz Saxophonist Bryan Thompson, a Trailblazer award winner and Indiana University graduate, performs "Snow in July."

February 22, 2018

Jazz Crossroads of America: Birth of the Cool

In 1967, David Baker helped start the IU Jazz Studies program, one of the first in the nation; today, the program is considered one of the best in the world.

December 21, 2017

Bryan Thompson – “O Holy Night”

Acclaimed jazz saxophonist and Indianapolis native Bryan Thompson performs "O Holy Night." Tune in next year to learn more about Bryan's incredible talent!

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