Renee Fleming discusses her musical upbringing, her repertoire, her relationship to performance, and more.

Marian McPartland discusses her career, the role of women in jazz, and jazz music.

Helen Humes discusses her career and touring with Count Basie and his orchestra. John McDonough is present for the interview and contributes. Songs sung by Helen are played throughout the interview: "He May Be Your Man", "Song of the Wanderer", "If I Could Be with You for One Hour Tonight" (2 recordings- one from 1940 and one from 1977), "Unlucky Woman", "They Can't Take That Away From Me", "Today I Sing the Blues", and "They Raided the Joint". Music has been removed for copyright reasons.

Brick Top discusses her career, her colleagues, and the jazz scene.

Studs Terkel interviews jazz musician Anita O'Day.