Jazz Legends
Jazz LegendsConversations about the all-time jazz legends from local jazz legends Gunnar Biggs, Keith Bishop, Joey Carano, Leonard Thompson, and Bob Weller. Soak in their stories and expertise as they prep for their Sunday night shows at St. Michael’s-by-the-Sea in Carlsbad, California.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic HistoryMusic Commentary | |||
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Everyone in the group writes original music, some of which has been played publicly in the past and some which will be premiered this week. In this episode, the guys discuss what it's like to write their own original tunes.
Saxophonist/composer Michael Brecker (born March 29, 1949) was one of the most recorded saxophonists of all time. Over his four-decade career he appeared on over 900 recordings as a leader and sideman and received fifteen Grammys. His virtuoso saxoph... more
Pianist, organist, composer, and bandleader Carla Bley (born May 11, 1936) considered herself primarily a composer, saying she was 99% composer and 1% pianist. She associated herself with the avant guard movement, allying herself with musicians like ... more
Composer and lyricist Burton Lane (born Feb 2, 1912) is perhaps best remembered as the composer of the hit Broadway shows "Finian’s Rainbow" and "On a Clear Day You Can See Forever", but he had a long and distinguished career writing for films and th... more
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- Great…but
As a music educator, jazz enthusiast and occasional gigging musician myself, I really enjoy and often glean some interesting facts from almost every episode.
That being said, I really wish the host and commentators would consider featuring more female jazz artists. I believe I even heard in one episode a few months back where they were simply stating that there weren’t many female jazz composers, only performers. As valid as this point is, a quick Google search would reveal at least a good hand... more
Apple Podcasts4Clarinet84
United States4 months ago - Love it
As someone who is working towards auditions for jazz schools, I was looking for a podcast to help my listening and understanding of different players within Jazz. This is exactly what i was looking for.
Apple Podcasts5daisymh06
United Kingdom10 months ago - Kudos!
Great synergy amongst all participants. Offering great insights of the musicians and their music. I’m now a follower.
Apple Podcasts5FillnatUnited Statesa year ago - Fantastic show
Would love to hear you talk about slim gaillard. I stumbled upon a track. “ Slims jam”.
the history of this is very interesting
Apple Podcasts5rvjdvjf hon g($;,United Statesa year ago - Salute!
Man oh man! I love this podcast! I really dig the conversations of musicians talking about what makes the greats, great! Educational and entertaining every time! Plus, I’ve found myself looking up cats I’d never heard and expanding my music listening! Thank you for this podcast!
Apple Podcasts5mJw511United States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #167 | United States/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #141 | United Kingdom/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #218 |  France/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #66 |  Netherlands/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #69 |  South Africa/Music/Music Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #88 |  Ireland/Music/Music Commentary |
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What is Jazz Legends about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Across recent episodes, the discussion centers on influential jazz figures—their biographies, innovations, and lasting impact on the genre. Conversations weave together personal memories, musical analysis, and historical context, often linking studio work with live performance, ensembles, and broad swing vocabulary. A notable thread is how these local musicians blend scholarly insight with approachable storytelling, sometimes anchored by Evensong-style tributes or community events, which can make the show feel both educational and warmly collaborative. The format tends to mix deep dives into specific artists with broader conversations about technique, repertoire, and the jazz ecosystem, offering listeners practical context for understanding... more
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Recent guests on Jazz Legends include:
1. Richie Beirach
2. Phil Woods
3. Gunnar Biggs
4. Keith Bishop
5. Leonard Thompson
6. Bob Weller
7. Joey Carano
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