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Up-to-date information beyond that at WBGO's website
concerning Jazz From the Archives
January 2013
- 6 - Picks of the Year, Part 2: Host Dan Morgenstern (with input from Archives co-hosts) offers personal best recordings of 2012.
- 13 - Time Out: Dave Brubeck and Paul Desmond. As a tribute to the late Dave Brubeck, who died last year, host Vincent Pelote will play selections from recordings featuring the pianist in collaboration with alto saxophonist Paul Desmond.
- 20 - Adventures in Hendersonia: The Dixie Stompers. Vincent Pelote plays recordings by the Dixie Stompers, a small recording unit from the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra, whose recordings for the acoustic Harmony label showcase the talents of Tommy Ladnier, Charlie Green, Coleman Hawkins, Fletcher Henderson, Don Redman and others.
- 27 - Leroy Walks!: Leroy Vinnegar was a prolific bassist who played and recorded with Stan Getz, Shorty Rogers, Herb Geller, Teddy Edwards, Joe Castro, Chet Baker, and a host of others. Joe Peterson explores the music of this fine bassist best known for his walking bass lines.
February 2013
- 3 - New Old Duke: Recent first time issued and/or rediscovered Ellingtonia is presented by host Dan Morgenstern.
- 10 - Willie in Europe: Expatriate Willie Lewis, led a fine orchestra in Europe throughout the 1930s and 40s that included Herman Chittison, Benny Carter, Bill Coleman, Frank “Big Boy” Goudie, and others. Host Vincent Pelote will play some of the band’s most swinging recordings.
- 17 - Here Comes the Judge, Part 1!: Joe Peterson examines the career of one of the most prolific bassists in jazz: Milt ("The Judge") Hinton.
- 24 - Thank You, Mat: Dan Morgenstern hosts a tribute to Arbors Records founder Mat Domber, 1928-2012.
March 2013
- 3 - The Best of Wes: To celebrate Wes Montgomery's 90th birthday, Vincent Pelote surveys Montgomery's two decades long recording career.
- 10 - On the Merrit: Host Joe Peterson salutes the career of bassist Jymie Merrit, one of the foremost double bass players of the hard-bop movement and long time associate of drummer Art Blakey.
- 17 - Charles the Great: Part 1 of Dan Morgenstern's salute to Charlie Shavers, trumpeter, singer, composer, arranger and underrated genius.
- 24 - Charles the Great: Part 2 of Dan Morgenstern's salute to Charlie Shavers, trumpeter, singer, composer, arranger and underrated genius.
- 31 - Larry Ridley’s 75th Birthday: Part 1 of Ed Berger’s interview with the bassist/educator Larry Ridley, whose stellar career includes associations with jazz luminaries Thelonious Monk, Dexter Gordon, Benny Carter, Lee Morgan, Freddie Hubbard, and many others.
April 2013
- 7 - Larry Ridley’s 75th Birthday: Part 2 of Ed Berger’s interview with the bassist/educator Larry Ridley, whose stellar career includes associations with jazz luminaries Thelonious Monk, Dexter Gordon, Benny Carter, Lee Morgan, Freddie Hubbard, and many others.
- 14 - Charles the Great: Part 2 of Dan Morgenstern's salute to Charlie Shavers, trumpeter, singer, composer, arranger and underrated genius.
- 21 - Place Your Betts!: Bassist Keter Betts, who had a long association with pianist Tommy Flanagan and played with many jazz greats, is surveyed by host Joe Peterson.
- 28 - Adventures in Hendersonia: The Dixie Stompers. Vincent Pelote plays recordings by the Dixie Stompers, a small recording unit from the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra, whose recordings for the acoustic Harmony label showcase the talents of Tommy Ladnier, Charlie Green, Coleman Hawkins, Fletcher Henderson, Don Redman and others..
May 2013
- 5 - "Naughty But Nice": Dan Morgenstern and singer Barbara Rosene listen to and chat about 1920s songs from her latest CD.
- 12 - Picture of Heath: Joe Peterson plays the music of bassist extraordinaire Percy Heath.
- 19 - Quincy Jones and Nat King Cole: Tad Hershorn plays a recent CD issue featuring these two jazz icons.
- 26 - Rhythm is Our Business: Vincent Pelote features the music of expatriate Willie Lewis and his Orchestra.
June 2013
- 2 - Sam Cooks: Host Ed Berger examines the jazz side of soul/R&B/gospel singer Sam Cooke.
- 9 - Great Recording Sessions: First in a new series with Dan Morgenstern, this one centered on two with Nat King Cole, the great pianist.
- 16 - Peterson Plays Pedersen: Joe Peterson plays the music of bassist Niels-Henning Orsted Pedersen, one of the most technically accomplished bass players in jazz.
- 23 - Solo Flight: Vincent Pelote salutes the great electric guitar master Charlie Christian and the recordings he made with Benny Goodman.
- 30 - Swing to Bop: Vincent Pelote salutes the great electric guitar master Charlie Christian and the recordings he made outside of the Goodman organization.
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Institute of Jazz Studies
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
John Cotton Dana Library
185 University Ave.
Newark NJ USA 07102
Tel: (973) 353-5595
Fax: (973) 353-5944