Joe Gilman: A Sacramento Jazz Master Explores A Classic Live Recording
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Gary G. Vercelli
Jazz Music Director
Speak No Evil Jazz blog
Capital Public Radio's discussion of an art form born in America and celebrated worldwide.
Pianist Lynne Arriale strikes a chord with everyday Americans
July 28, 2022 | Avery Jeffry
Lynne Arriale has been described as a “poet-laureate of the piano”. Her newest album, The Lights Are Always On, is a poignant yet inspiring expression of events that have touched so many of our lives over the past two years.
The Hammond Organ and Jazz: A Soulful Combination
July 8, 2022 | Gary G. Vercelli
Since the 1960s, the Hammond organ has been essential in some of the most popular and soulful jazz recordings. Let’s examine the history and appeal of this iconic instrument.
Celebrating the many faces of Miles Davis
May 26, 2022 | Andrew Mills
Synonymous with cool and a signature muted trumpet sound, Miles Davis is one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time — but, he was so much more than that. On the 96th anniversary of his birth, we’ll explore his genre-defying musical legacy.
Michael Wolff: Jazz Innovator, Life Optimist
May 16, 2022 | Gary G. Vercelli
Remember jazz pianist Michael Wolff? He's best known as Arsenio Hall's sidekick and music director. Wolff has overcome many physical challenges and details it all in his recently published memoir, "On That Note."
Classic jazz revitalized in new release by Catherine Russell
May 12, 2022 | Avery Jeffry
The celebrated singer hearkens back to the roots of an American art form and gives them new life in her newest album, "Send For Me."
Who says big band jazz is for old people? Not this teenage composer
May 11, 2022
California musician Skylar Tang, 16, is the winner of a Jazz at Lincoln Center contest.
85-year-old bassist Ron Carter has no plans on slowing down
May 4, 2022
The roster of musicians Carter has worked with ranges from Ornette Coleman to Aretha Franklin, Roberta Flack and A Tribe Called Quest.
Spencer Day does Broadway his way on 'Broadway by Day'
March 30, 2022 | Gary G. Vercelli
Spencer Day's new album celebrates the alliance of musical theater and jazz. CapRadio's Gary Vercelli spoke with him about the new album, his recent collaborators and how he came to love jazz.
Finding new connections with pianist Matthew Whitaker
March 25, 2022 | Avery Jeffry
Matthew Whitaker talks about spontaneity and expressing his roots through his latest album, “Connections.” He’s currently on his spring tour, which makes a stop in Davis on Friday, March 25 to perform at the Mondavi Center.
Remembering Sacramento jazz pianist Jessica Williams
March 17, 2022 | Avery Jeffry
Jazz pianist Jessica Williams passed away March 12 at the age of 73, leaving behind a lasting impact on Sacramento and its jazz legacy.
