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Jazz Corner of the World Encore Mondays at 6:00 PM Reed Artistry of Bennie Maupin, Part 2 Don’t miss this special Monday evening live broadcast, as host Craig Kessler features more exciting selections from the music of master flautist, clarinetist, saxophonist, and composer, Bennie Maupin. He’s best known for his work with Herbie Hancock and … Continue reading
Jazz Corner of the World Encore Mondays at 6:00 PM Gil Melle Birthday Celebration Host Craig Kessler explores another interesting story in the vast jazz landscape as he celebrates the distinguished life and legacy of artist, composer, and saxophonist Gil Melle. Craig spins his material from the 1950s Blue Note and Prestige labels, as … Continue reading
Jazz Corner of the World Encore Mondays at 6:00 PM The Black Jazz Record Label, Part 1 Host Craig Kessler begins another series of shows surveying yet another African-American jazz label from the 1970s. Gene Russel’s Black Jazz Records spotlighted African-American jazz primarily from the Chicago area. Hear overlooked selections from the group The Awakening, … Continue reading
Special Programs for July 19 thru July 23 Jazz Corner of the World with Host Craig Kessle r Strata-East Records, Part 2 Craig presents Julian “Cannonball” Adderley’s final recordings, from 1970 to 1975. Cannonball recorded some great discs like Phenix, Pyramid, and others. Join us for the final selections from a short but sweet career! 10 of Soul at Jazz Under the Stars We’re just a couple of weeks from the start of Jazz Under the Stars – KCCK’s last great party of the summer! Join us Thursdays in Noelridge Park for four great bands! Getting us in the party...
Special Programs for July 5 thru July 10 Jazz Corner of the World with Host Craig Kessle r ECM Records in the 1970s On this special live broadcast Craig will spin classic selections from the great ECM record label. We’ll hear from the likes of Keith Jarrett, Jan Garbarek, Bennie Maupin, Gary Burton, Ralph Towner, and many others! The Beaker Brothers at Jazz Under the Stars The wait is almost over! We’re just a month away from the return of Jazz Under the Stars, KCCK’s last great party of the summer. To celebrate, we’re looking back at the great party bands who have...