Von Freeman, Franz Jackson, Kahil El'zabar in conversation with Studs Terkel
Interviewing jazz musicians Von Freeman (tenor saxophone), Franz Jackson (vocals) and composer Kahil El'zabar.
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Interviewing jazz musicians Von Freeman (tenor saxophone), Franz Jackson (vocals) and composer Kahil El'zabar.
Discussing the origins of three schools of contemporary American music, their influence upon each other, and the new directions composers are taking with their music with composer and trombonist Bill Russo.
Studs Terkel and William (Bill) Leonard share memories of the Blue Note Jazz Club as a tribute to Frank Holzfeind. Music is played throughout the episode: "After You've Gone" by the Benny Goodman Sextet, "The Flat Feet Floogie" by Slim and Slam, "How High the Moon" by Sarah Vaughan, "Destination K.C." by Count Basie, "West End Blues" by Louis Armstrong, "Lil' Augie Is A Natural One Man" by Chet Roble, and "Rock Skippin' at the Blue Note", Duke Ellington. Songs have been removed for copyright reasons.
Presenting a concert at the Fairmont Hotel with jazz pianist, composer and radio host Ramsey Lewis.
Presenting jazz with Bill Leonard and Frank Holzfeind
Presenting music from a performance at the Jazz Showcase with Showcase organizer Joe Segal.
Listening to the Living Music Collection
Interviewing jazz violinist and composer Johnny Frigo.
Interviewing jazz violinist and composer Johnny Frigo.