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Uncle Paul's Jazz Closet

Cindy McGuirl
Paul Motian
Jazz
Bill Frisell
Joe Lovano
Thelonious Monk
Bill Evans
Bill Evans Trio
Paul Bley
Tim Berne
Birdland Sessions
Bud Powell
Jazz Music
Improvisation
Scott Lafaro
Cool & Blue Records
Homelessness
ECM Records
Eddie Costa
Perry Robinson
Tony Williams

Podcast of a jazz radio show that airs live on WRFR.org on the first 3 Fridays of the month 9-11am. Featuring the music of drummer, composer & bandleader Paul Motian. There are also readings from his autobiography, interviews and liner notes. Visit my blog for more info: www.jazzcloset.blogspot.com.

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On April 4, 1978, the Paul Motian Trio with David Izenzon & Charles Brackeen gave a concert for broadcast on WKCR-FM radio, Columbia University’s non-commercial student-run radio station.

More Info: jazzcloset.blogspot.com/2025/08/paul-motia... more

Featuring all improvised tunes with Charlie Haden, Paul Bley, Masabumi Kikuchi, Thomas morgan, Enrico Pieranunzi, Marilyn Crispell, Gary Peacock, Stephan Oliver, Bruno Chevron and Paul Motian. With readings from the liner notes of Masabumi Kikuchi Tr... more

Featuring unreleased rehearsal and concert tapes of the 19080's Paul Motian Quintet Version 2. With Bill Frisell, Joe Lovano, Eddie Schuller and Jim Pepper.

Set List: jazzcloset.blogspot.com/2025/07/1980s-paul-motian-quintet-v2-part-13.html more

Paul Bley, Gary Peacock and Paul Motian played together throughout their jazz careers. But they only played all 3 of them together before 1963 and 1999- a 36 year gap. I feature the 2019 ECM release of the 1999 tour concert in Lugano, Switzerland, ea... more

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Tim Berne
Prominent saxophonist and collaborator of Paul Motian
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Paul Motian
Influential jazz drummer and bandleader, celebrated for his innovative contributions to jazz music throughout his career.
Cindy McGurl
Host of the radio show, known for providing thoughtful commentary and insights into the world of jazz, often incorporating readings from Motian's works.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Sensational

    I still consider myself a newcomer to jazz looking for an education and some buying tips and this is the best guide I’ve found so far

    Thank you Cindy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    reginaldGruntfuttock
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Awesome !

    About one one of Jazz greatest Drummer and Composer. Concerts, writings, rehearsal recordings, Interviews.

    Thank you for this absolute treat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TJFaerber
    Germany3 years ago
  • Love Paul!

    One of my all time favorite drummers and musicians. Just now realized this is a podcast, had been saving the website archive. Thanks for this!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GMan Memphis
    United States4 years ago
  • Uncle Paul’s Jazz Closet

    What an absolute treasure trove! Informed commentary but focus is on the music. The Lee Konitz episodes are fascinating with unreleased recordings of a Motian / Konitz concert.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KT in Oz
    Australia5 years ago
  • Amazing!

    This is a really great way to find out about the breadth of Paul Motions musical career as a sideman and bandleader. I also love the excerpts from his autobiography.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lewis cohen
    United States7 years ago

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Many highlight the mix of personal stories and anecdotes that provide depth to the subject matter, praising it as an invaluable resource for jazz lovers.
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Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging exploration of jazz music, particularly honoring Paul Motian's contributions.

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