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The Jazz Real Book

Jay Sweet
Jazz
Bluesette
Miles Davis
Bebop
Jazz Standards
Scott Lafaro
Toots Thielemans
Cool Jazz
John Coltrane
Thelonious Monk
Django Reinhardt
Tommy Dorsey
Blue Train
Jazz Harmonicas
Brian Bromberg
Gil Evans
Blues For Alice
Bill Evans
Blue Monk
Middlesex County Jazz Festival

In this podcast, Jazz History professor, biographer, musician, and popular podcaster Jay Sweet will help guide you through the tunes included in the Jazz Real Book. For decades, this book (often called "The Jazz Bible") has been a resource for jazz musicians looking to learn jazz standards and repertoire. This podcast will discuss essential recordings and details associated with the songs in the J... more

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Joe Lovano stands among the most respected saxophonists in modern jazz. Born in Cleveland in 1952, he emerged in the late 1970s and quickly became known for his powerful tenor sound, deep knowledge of the tradition, and adventurous improvisational la... more

“A Fine Romance” and Marian McPartland (115)

“A Fine Romance,” composed by Jerome Kern with lyrics by Dorothy Fields in 1936, quickly became one of the most enduring standards to emerge from the film Swing Time, where it was introduced by Fred Asta... more

“Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum” and Rudy Van Gelder (114)

“Fee-Fi-Fo-Fum,” the second track on Speak No Evil, captures both the compositional imagination of Wayne Shorter and the unmistakable sonic clarity of engineer Rudy Van Gelder. The tune unfolds over a relax... more

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A 30 Albums For 30 Years Special!

Release Date- March 4, 1969 -

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Episode: Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention -We're Only IN It For The Money (with Guest Steve DeLuca)
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A Swedish six-string bassist and composer known for his expansive approach to electric bass playing across jazz, ambient, and world music contexts.
ECM Records
Episode: Björn Meyer Interview
Yousif Sheronick
Percussionist with a background in classical and jazz music who studied at Yale and specializes in frame drums.
Episode: Interview with Few Of A Kind ( Andrew Gutauskas , Ben Russell, Yousif Sheronick)
Andrew Gutauskas
Saxophonist and baritone saxophonist with a background in diverse musical styles, including jazz and contemporary music. Influenced by a musical family and trained at Juilliard.
Episode: Interview with Few Of A Kind ( Andrew Gutauskas , Ben Russell, Yousif Sheronick)
Ben Russell
Violinist and vocalist, with a background in classical performance and bluegrass, who has collaborated with notable figures in music.
Episode: Interview with Few Of A Kind ( Andrew Gutauskas , Ben Russell, Yousif Sheronick)
Steve Davis
Bassist best known for his work with John Coltrane.
Formerly with John Coltrane
Episode: Equinox and Bassist Steve Davis
Will Downing
Renowned R&B artist with a rich career spanning over three decades and 29 albums.
Episode: Will Downing Interview
Jordan Williams
A rising American jazz pianist, known for balancing deep tradition with a contemporary voice
Red Records
Episode: Jordan Williams Interview

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Jay Sweet
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Wonderful Resource

    New to Jazz. Like most, I ordered the JRB. The song analysis and example playing is wonderful as a rapid on-ramp to the harmonic structure and melodic rhythm. Keep it up please! Also, it would be great to have an easily accessible archive of just the JRB analysis portions of the show so that when I sit down weekly to learn a new standard I can cross reference this archive to walk through the song with you! Thank you again for this unique resource!!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Eric Hendrickson
    United States3 months ago
  • Nice!

    Nice way to find new things to listen to. 🎺🎺🎷🎷🥁

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gandalf08
    United States10 months ago

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Kirk Whalum Interview
Q: What advice would you give to young musicians trying to break through?
Focus on being excellent at your instrument, build relationships, and allow opportunities to arise from consistently strong work rather than chasing a singular break.
Kirk Whalum Interview
Q: What was the Whitney Houston collaboration like and how did it come about?
It began through Ricky Minor; Whitney insisted on live recording with her band during The Bodyguard project, and Whalum describes the experience as a life-changing, live, improvised moment that yielded one of the most famous sax solos.
Kirk Whalum Interview
Q: Can you talk about the moment that helped launch your solo career?
Whalum explains that the pivotal connection with Bob James, leading to a deal with Columbia Records and Bob producing his first three records, launched his solo career and set him on a national and international path.
Jordan Williams Interview
Q: What was your decision to go to George Washington University, and what was that education like in music?
Jordan explains he chose GWU for the combination of music and engineering degrees, receiving a Presidential Scholarship of the Arts.
Jordan Williams Interview
Q: Where was the album 'Playing by Ear' recorded?
It was recorded in North Jersey at Tom Tedesco Studio.

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A wealth of knowledge about jazz standards is presented through in-depth exploration of prominent tunes and their significance within the larger jazz narrative. Each episode often features discussions around the harmonic structures, melodies, and historical contexts of classic pieces, with particular emphasis placed on the contributions of legendary jazz musicians. Not only does this podcast serve as an educational resource for musicians and enthusiasts alike, but it also delves into the inspirations and recordings that have shaped the jazz genre, making it an essential listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of jazz music and its evolution.

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