The Jazz Room- Host Joan Watson-Jones

The Jazz Room- Host Joan Watson-Jones

di Joan Watson-Jones

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Interview with Singer/Bassist Carlene Ray p1

We start the first in a 2 part interview with Singer/Bassist Carlene Ray. Carlene tells about her rich career in Jazz: her early work with the International Sweethearts of Rhythm, an all female big band that existed from 1933-1955. We move from there to her work helping Mary Lou Williams produce her famous Catholic Mass. Learn more about Carlene at https://jmih.org/past_event/carline-ray-a-pioneers-pioneer Note Carlene passed away July 23, 2013 at age 88. In my interview with singer, Catherine Russell, I learned that Carlene Ray was her mother. See season 19 episode 09 for that interview.

Interview with guitarist, Stanley Jordan at the Newport Jazz Festival

We met with Stanley after his set at the Newport Jazz Festival. We talk about is style of guitar playing and some of his recent albums. He's a dymanic guitarist. Enjoy his his solo artistry! Learn more about Stanley at www.stanleyjordan.com

Interview with The Royal Bopsters with guest, Shelia Jordan at the Newport Jazz Festival

Wmet with the Royal Bopsters and Shellia at the Newport Jazz Festival in 2019. It was fun learning about the group and experience their friendship dynamics that made their unique sound.

Interview with Monty Alexander at the Newport Jazz Festival

Meeting with Monty Alexander was a special experience. He talks about his latest recording project and his mentors a a young artist. Learn more about Monty Alexander at www.montyalexander.com

Interview with Etienne Charles at the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival

We met with Etienne Charles very, very late in the evening after he finished his last show of the day at the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival. We talked talked about his recording Carnival, Sound of a People Vol 1. He also talke about music being a great to communicate with all people. Learn why he says "Music keeps us human" Learn more about Etienne at https://etiennecharles.com

Interview with bassist, Bob Cranshaw

This show we remember Bassist, Bob Cranshaw. We interviewed him at a Jazz conference in NYC. Long time bass player for Sonny Rollins, Bob talks about his work with Sonny and his work on "Sesame Street" and other television programs. Learn more about Bob at www.allaboutjazz.com/musicians/bob-cranshaw

Guitarist, Dan Wilson at the Pittsbutgh International Jazz Festival

Meet guitarist , Dan Wilson. We met up with him after his set at the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival . He tells us about his friendship with Geroge Benson, his work with Joey De Francesco and his album Things Eternal.

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