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Jazz Today

CJSW 90.9 FM
Jazz
Jazz Music
Contemporary Jazz
Calgary
CJSW 90.9 FM
Canadian Artists
Caity Gyorgy
Contemporary Music
Toronto
Canada
Lina Allemano
New Releases
Mary Ancheta
Contemporary Jazz Music
Jocelyn Gould
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Calgary, Canada
International Artists
Canadian Jazz
Montreal

This program is dedicated to the best of contemporary jazz music, affirming that jazz music is relevant and thriving today. In each episode, expect to hear music from current and recent releases and some classic jazz.

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Latest Episodes

Jazz Pony, Cochemea, Thundercat, Carlos Dafe, Adrian Younge, Ami Taf Ra, Drama Drama, Josiah Soren, Alfa Mist, Joe Webb, Anthony Joseph, Emma Smith, Atlantic Jazz Collective, Jeff Johnston & Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra, Big Space, Atlantis Jazz E... more

Talk with Bobby Wiens about his new album, Focus. Music from Inara George, Gretchen Parlato, Moonchild, Efajemue, Bobby Wiens, Open Thread, Sessa, Paul Motian Trio and Brad Turner Quartet

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* Inara George - Tiny Girl

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Candice Hoyes, Nite Bjuti, OKSE, Weird of Mouth, Craig Taborn, Ches Smith, Asher Gamedze, Arvind Ramdas, Nick Fraser, Amrita, Mativetsky + Amiri + Page, Ensemble Infini, The Plastic Waste Band, Jacob Wutzke, Lucas Dubovik and Gentiane MG

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Recent Guests

Bobby Wiens
Calgary Native, Denver-based drummer and composer
Self-produced album Focus
Episode: Jazz Today - Episode July 9, 2026
Nicole Mitchell
Flautist featured as a special guest
Independent artist
Episode: Jazz Today - Episode June 25, 2026
Mike Stern
Guitarist featured as a special guest
Mike Stern (artist)
Episode: Jazz Today - Episode June 4, 2026
Anthony D'Alessandro
Pianist and composer based in Toronto
Toronto-based pianist and composer
Episode: Jazz Today - Episode April 9, 2026
Aretha Tillotson
Bass player, composer, and educator
Independent musician featured on the program
Episode: Jazz Today - Episode March 26, 2026
Mary Ancheta
Vancouver-based pianist, keyboardist and composer
Episode: Jazz Today - Episode August 14, 2025
Sara Serpa
Vocalist and composer
Episode: Jazz Today - Podcast April 3, 2025
Ingrid Laubrock
Saxophone player
Episode: Jazz Today - Podcast April 3, 2025
Fay Victor
Vocalist
Episode: Jazz Today - Podcast April 3, 2025

Host

Tim Ma
Host and programmer; central figure behind the show's mix of contemporary jazz and insightful artist context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • About time 🎺🤗🎷

    For every JAZZ lover.

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Jazz fans love the contemporary focus and diverse artist mix.
High-quality hosting makes complex jazz accessible and engaging.
Listeners appreciate the clear track context and artist notes.
Shows emphasize Canadian scenes and cross-border collaborations.

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Jazz Today - Episode July 9, 2026
Q: What inspired the Focus project and its personal meaning?
He cites life changes, such as becoming a parent, and the desire to lead a project visually and sonically with his own vision.
Jazz Today - Episode July 9, 2026
Q: How have you grown as an artist or a songwriter since your debut?
He describes growing through daily practice, expanding his own compositions to 11 originals plus a cover, and focusing on staying in control of the musical direction.
Jazz Today - Episode April 9, 2026
Q: What does your Juno nomination for City Lights mean to you?
It's very special to be nominated; it's a great honor to be recognized by peers and the industry for this work, and it motivates me to keep creating and performing at a high level.
Jazz Today - Episode March 26, 2026
Q: What does this Juno nomination mean to you personally and for your career?
Aretha replies that while awards are not the driving force, the recognition from peers is meaningful and can lead to more exposure and gigs, reinforcing the importance of making music for its own sake.
Jazz Today - Episode August 14, 2025
Q: Could you talk about who put together the album artwork?
The image is a photo taken by Jamie Verger and designed by Sangito Bigelow, representing my culture and heritage as a Filipino woman.

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This program showcases contemporary jazz through a curated mix of new releases, artist spotlights, and context-rich track introductions. Episodes blend Canadian and international acts, with frequent notes on live dates, touring, and cross-border collaborations, helping listeners discover a wide spectrum of jazz today from Calgary to Chicago and beyond. Alongside performance and release news, biographical anecdotes and historical touchpoints give a sense of the genre's ecosystem, community, and ongoing projects, making the scene feel dynamic and accessible for devoted jazz fans and industry followers alike.

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Jazz Today launched 9 years ago and published 30 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Bobby Wiens
2. Nicole Mitchell
3. Mike Stern
4. Anthony D'Alessandro
5. Aretha Tillotson
6. Mary Ancheta
7. Sara Serpa
8. Ingrid Laubrock

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