January 7, 2022
The Artistry Of Stephen Sondheim
This week, we remember the artistry of American songwriter Stephen Sondheim, and his many contributions to the American songbook, like “Small World,” “Send In The Clowns,” and more. Sondheim passed away last November at age 91.
December 3, 2021
The Stan Kenton Singers
In the 1940s and 50s, the Stan Kenton Orchestra became equally known for their brash arrangements and cool singers, like Anita O'Day and June Christy.
November 26, 2021
Recent Releases 2021, Part 2
We once again turn our attention to what’s new in the world of vocal jazz, exploring recent releases by singers like Tony Bennett, Jazzmeia Horn, Ledisi and more.
October 29, 2021
The Songs of 1921
This week, we’re turning back the clock 100 years to explore how the songs of 1921, like “Ain’t We Got Fun,” “My Man,” and “I’m Just Wild About Harry,” resonated over the next century.
October 15, 2021
Moonlight Serenades
We’re looking up at the moon this week, exploring jazz standards all about our lunar companion, like “Fly Me To The Moon,” “Moon River,” and many more.
October 8, 2021
Latin Jazz in American Song
For National Hispanic Heritage Month, we’ll be exploring the influence of Latin music on the American jazz and pop singers in the 1950s, including Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, Anita O’Day and more.
October 1, 2021
The Songs Of Alan Jay Lerner
A centennial celebration from 2018 of the lyricist behind "Almost Like Being In Love," "I Could Have Danced All Night," and "On The Street Where You Live."
September 17, 2021
Jon Hendricks, The Poet Laureate Of Jazz
This week, we explore the career of jazz singer Jon Hendricks (1921–2017), a pioneer in the art of vocalese. He would have turned 100 years old this week.
September 10, 2021
Irving Berlin at the Movies
The songs of Irving Berlin were featured in some of Hollywood’s first “Talkies,” and this week, we’ll explore the songwriter’s work in cinema, including songs like “Blue Skies,” “Puttin’ On The Ritz,” and “Cheek To Cheek”
September 3, 2021
Dream A Little Dream
We’re counting sheep with the Great American Songbook this week, as we explore standards all about dreaming, including “This Time The Dream’s On Me,” “You Stepped Out Of A Dream,” and many more dreamy tunes.
August 27, 2021
Schoolhouse Jazz!
In 1973, Schoolhouse Rock first aired on television, teaching school children all about multiplication, American history, and more through the language of contemporary “rock” music. However, many of the musicians involved—including Bob Dorough, Jack Sheldon, Grady Tate, and Blossom Dearie—came from the world of jazz.
August 20, 2021
Bill Evans and the Singers
An exploration of legendary jazz pianist Bill Evans and his few sessions with singers Tony Bennett, Lucy Reed, Helen Merrill and Mark Murphy.
August 6, 2021
Detour Ahead: Herb Ellis And The Singers
We're celebrating the 100th birthday of guitarist Herb Ellis by exploring his work with singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O'Day, Lou Rawls, and more.
July 30, 2021
Satchmo and Friends
This week, we feature duets between Louis Armstrong and some of Pops’ famous friends like Ella Fitzgerald and Bing Crosby.
July 23, 2021
Recent Releases 2021, Part 1
This week, our biannual look at some new vocal jazz releases from artists working today. We’ll explore new albums by Veronica Swift, Michael Mayo, Sachal Vasandani, and more.
