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The Quartet Jazz Standards Podcast

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Improvisation
Jazz Standards
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Jazz Education
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Kenny Wheeler
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Music Composition
Sonny Rollins
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New York Jazz Scene

Geoff Gascoyne chats to big-name (and upcoming) jazz soloists as they pick and play their favourite jazz standards and talk about their jazz lives.

A mix of candid discussion, technical insights and spontaneous improvisation, this weekly podcast is a must-listen for everyone that loves jazz.

Geoff is a renowned jazz bass player and prolific composer and producer with credits on over 100 albums... more

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Geoff sits down with the wonderful jazz pianist, composer and arranger Tim Lapthorn to trace how his ear led him from pop songs and a battered copy of the Real Book to a deep, personal approach to jazz harmony and improvisation. We talk about everyth... more

A Hammond organ isn’t just an instrument, it’s a moving machine, and you can hear it breathe the moment you sit next to it.

Geoff heads to North London to meet the wonderful jazz organist Pete Whittaker in his “organ room” and get properly nerdy abo... more

John Etheridge has one of those musical lives that only makes sense when you hear it out loud: a British jazz guitar legend and composer who starts with Hank Marvin’s look, gets knocked sideways by Django Reinhardt, then hunts for a sound that can ho... more

From the first minute of Geoff’s chat with drummer, percussionist, and educator Marc Cecil, we get into the craft behind Latin percussion and the small details that make a groove feel like Brazil rather than a generic “Latin” approximation.

Mark tra... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Lapthorn
Piano player and jazz guitarist (pianist in this episode)
Jazz musician
Episode: Episode 50. Tim Lapthorn (Piano) - 'Yesterdays'
Pete Whittaker
Organist known for jazz organ performances
Self-employed musician / organist
Episode: Episode 49. Pete Whittaker (Organ) - 'Secret Love'
John Etheridge
Guitarist, veteran of the British jazz scene and Soft Machine member
Guitarist, Soft Machine
Episode: Episode 48. John Etheridge (Guitar) - 'Killer Joe'
Marc Cecil
Fantastic drummer and percussionist, educator
Percussion/education
Episode: Episode 47. Marc Cecil (Percussion) - 'Só Danço Samba'
Ulf Wakenius
World-class guitar player from Sweden
Self-described jazz guitarist
Episode: Episode 46. Ulf Wakenius (Guitar) - 'Bernie's Tune'
Tom Cawley
Pianist
Jazz musician, educator
Episode: Episode 45. Tom Cawley (Piano) - 'Confirmation'
Nick Smart
Head of Jazz Department, Royal Academy of Music
Royal Academy of Music, London
Episode: Episode 44. Nick Smart (Trumpet) - 'Who's Standing In My Corner'
Larry Koonse
Jazz guitarist and educator
Episode: Episode 43. Larry Koonse (Guitar) - 'Whisper Not'
Harry Greene
Saxophone and guitar player, fresh out of college
Independent musician / performer
Episode: Episode 42. Harry Greene (Saxophone) - 'Bernie's Tune'

Host

Geoff Gascoyne
Host of the show; renowned jazz bass player and prolific composer/producer with a broad network in jazz.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Great find

    So pleased I found this pod, good chat and playing, local too. Thanks Geoff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andy J F (Piano)
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Is this the best jazz podcast ?

    Great interviews which as well as being entertaining also deliver some great insights into the artists and their approach to improvisation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattjbar
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Strong attention to improvisational approaches and standards appeals to players and educators.
Listeners appreciate the high-caliber guest roster and authentic storytelling.
Interviews balance depth with warmth, making complex topics approachable.
Guests consistently deliver insightful discussions about technique and artistry.

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Episode 49. Pete Whittaker (Organ) - 'Secret Love'
Q: What would you say was the highlight of your career?
Pete emphasizes the satisfaction of finishing a gig well and feeling he played as well as possible, rather than identifying a single monumental moment, underscoring a focus on consistent live performance quality.
Episode 49. Pete Whittaker (Organ) - 'Secret Love'
Q: Is there a musician alive or dead you'd like to play with?
Pete describes a nuanced idea of playing with someone clicking musically on a given night, rather than a fixed dream collaboration, highlighting admiration for Elvin Jones and the value of chemistry on stage.
Episode 49. Pete Whittaker (Organ) - 'Secret Love'
Q: Do you have a favourite album?
Pete notes there are too many favourites and gives Unity by Larry Young with Joe Henderson and Elvin Jones as a standout, illustrating his appreciation for modal harmony and the impact of that record on his organ approach.
Episode 50. Tim Lapthorn (Piano) - 'Yesterdays'
Q: Is there a musician alive or dead you'd like to play with?
He expresses interest in playing with drummers like Brian Blade or Gregory Hutchinson and mentions John Patitucci as a desired collaborator.
Episode 50. Tim Lapthorn (Piano) - 'Yesterdays'
Q: The first question is, what's your favorite album?
Lapthorn cites Miles Davis: Live at the Plug Nickel (Miles Alive at the Plug Nickel), highlighting its spontaneity and the live energy of the rhythm section.

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A conversational jazz show where a renowned bass player chats with leading and emerging jazz soloists about their favorite standards, their creative process, and life in music. Episodes blend candid storytelling, technical insights into improvisation, and anecdotes from education and performance, often weaving in collaborations with legendary figures and composers. A standout aspect is the emphasis on standards-rich discussions that bridge tradition with modern approaches, plus occasional festive or thematic specials that broaden the palette beyond pure performance. Listeners likely gain a deeper understanding of jazz language, practice routines, and the personal journeys behind celebrated recordings, making it a strong pick for players, ed... more

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