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Doing Jazz with Lorens Chuno
by Lorens Chuno
On this podcast, Lorens Chuno presents conversations with enterprising jazz musicians. Every now and then, an artist of another form stops by. These conversations are free-form in nature and casually explore the work life of these artists; but don't be surprised to hear their "starting out" stories, their opinions on current issues, and maybe one or two pieces of advice for people interested in their chosen art field. Come here every week for a new episode of the podcast, and find out how these inspiring jazz practitioners do jazz.
Episodes
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77 - Lauren Lee's Windowsill
On Lauren Lee's album, Windowsill, you will hear an artist who is intimately connected to every atom of her piece of work. Join Lauren and Lorens as she talks about Switzerland, her cat, practice techniques, and other carefully unrelated things. (Music Credit: Windowsill; Get Off Me; Tomorrow is...
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76 - Bassist Peter Slavov has Little Stories to share
Peter Slavov's new album, Little Stories, is a collection of songs — each telling a story — that come together to form a complete narrative. Join Peter and Lorens as he talks about Esperanza Spalding; crossing the US-Mexico border; Quicy Jones; listening as way of learning; and other carefully...
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75 - A Chat with Studio Engineer Dave Darlington
Dave Darlington has made his marks in the world of recorded music with his trademark minimalistic approach to the use to audio compression. Dave has worked with most of the household names in all the genres. For instance, he mixed and mastered the grammy award winning album "Algeria" by wayne...
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74 - A Dialogical Talk with Saxophonist Michael Eaton
Michael Eaton's compositions have a wide range of intellectual and philosophical underpinnings that gives each listener something to reflect upon. Join Michael and Lorens as he talks about artist retreat, anxiety, Bernie Sanders, and many other things, all carefully connected by his new his new...
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73 - Lauren Desberg is Out for Delivery
On her new album, Vocalist Lauren Desberg flirts boldly with today's pop sound while remaining informed by Jazz. Join Lauren and Lorens as she talks about Jappan, interludes, restaurant gigs,New Orleans, and other randomly connected inspirations. (music credit: The Way You Feel Inside, Something...
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72 - Mike Lee has a Song for All of Us
Mike Lee's compositions draws from an eclectic mixture of inspirations and yet is still rooted in the Jazz tradition. This can easily be felt on his latest album, Song For All of Us. Join Mike and Lorens as they talk about New Jersey, accents, Sonny Rollins and other sort-of related topics.…
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71 - Daniel Bennett Group is the Orchestra
On his new album, We Are The Orchestra, Daniel Bennett presents a collection of songs inspired by the poetry and essays of Walt Whitman. Join Daniel and Lorens as they talk about the album, touring, driving in the snow, AC units and other subtly related things. (music credit: Loose Fitting Spare...
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70 - [Bonus] A Soul Awakening with Harpist Brandee Younger
Harpist Brandee Younger's latest release, Soul Awakening, is a collection of 8 well executed compositions, complete with easily felt energy and introspection. Join Brandee and Lorens as they talk about Beyonce, harp pedals, and other things. (Song credits: Games, Respected Destroyer, Soul...
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69 - Saxophonist Jessica Jones is on a Continuum
JESSICA JONES QUARTET's latest album, CONTINUUM, is the product of an earnest and organic execution of musical creativity. Joins Jessica and Lorens as they talk about the album, the Bay area, cats in Africa, and other not quite related topics. (music credit: For the Cats of the Continent, Just As...
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68 - Alicia Olatuja talks about her "Intuition"
As an artist, ALICIA OLATUJA is distinguished by her grateful presence and her fine-tuned and soulful vocals. latest album, INTUITION, is a collection of classic songs written by female composers. (Song credit: So Good So Right, No Ordinary Love, Cherokee Louise, Just wait, and This Woman's Work...
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67 - Eddie Arjun (Guitarist/Composer)
EDDIE ARJUNS's latest album, Transition, is a cohesive body of work that showcases the confident musicianship of his trio and their solid sense of groove. Join Eddie and Lorens as they talk about Queens, song names, Prince and other subtly related subjects. (Song credit: Transition,Core, Ascent,...
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66 - Patricia Barber (Pianist/Composer/Vocalist)
Patricia Barber's new album "Higher" is a storybook of songs complete with captivating and sometimes outré lyrics, and a masterful story teller. Join Patricia and Lorens as they talk about art songs, European audience vs American audience, Shirley Horn and other subtly related subjects (Song...
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65 - Kristen Lee Sergeant (Vocalist)
Kristen Lee Sergeant's new album, Smoulder, showcases her skillful use of lyrics that commands the listener to not only hear her but also see her through the speaker. Join Kristen and Lorens as they talk about Cole Poter, Manchester by the Sea, and other subtly related topics (Song credit: I'm...
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64 - Abe Ovadia (Guitarist)
Abe Ovadia is an award winning jazz guitarist whose style is very innovative, and yet informed by the tradition. Join Abe and Lorens as they talk about many things including how to connect with more people as a musician. (Song Credit: 'Song For Bret', 'AfroBlue' by Abe Ovadia) Follow Doing Jazz:...
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63 - Abigail Rockwell (Vocalist)
ABIGAIL ROCKWELL is a talented vocalist whose singing effortlessly tells a unique intimate story to each listener. Her new album, AUTUMN NOIR, is a collection of 12 songs with arrangements that are meticulously executed to preserve the power and intimacy of Abigail's interpretation (Music Credit:...
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62 - Gil Defay (Trumpeter/Composer)
On his new album, IT'S ALL LOVE, GIL DEFAY draws from his background of jazz, soul, and hiphop to create a collection of rich and accessible tunes that are all crafted with a generous dose of love. Join Gil and Lorens as he talks about Mariah Carey, growing up Haitian, Playing all F's on the...
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61 - Rhythm Sustained with Bassist, John Gray
Bassist, John Gray stops by to discuss LORENS CHUNO's new album, RHYTHM SUSTAINED. The two musicians ended up discuss many things including the making of the album, Texas, Mr Know-it-all and many subtly related stuff. Follow Doing Jazz: twitter: https://twitter.com/doingjazz...
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60 - Henry Conerway III (Drummer)
HENRY CONERWAY III's new album is titled With Pride for Dignity. The songs on this album come together to tell a very relatable American musical story. The execution of each song is edgy while adhering to the tradition of jazz. Join Henry and Lorens as they talk the album, Freddy Cole, African...
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59 - Itai Kriss (Flutist/Composer)
ITAI KRISS's new album, Telavana, beautifully combines latin and middle eastern rhythms and melodies in the most uncontrived way possible, highlighting the excellent musicianship of all the players involved. Join Itai and Lorens as they talk the album and many other things.(Song credit: 'Sahadi's...
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58 - LehCats (Karen Stachel - Flute, Norbert Stachel - Saxophone)
LEHCATS latest release, Movement to Egalitaria, is a collection of songs that collectively engender an acheivable vision of a fairer society. Join LEHCATS and Lorens as they talks about making of the album, discrimination in world of classical music, the Bay area, and other carefully related…
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57 - Abelita Mateus (Pianist/Composer/Singer)
ABELITA MATEUS' rich cultural and musical background gives her playing a rare uncontrived soulfulness that is complete with artistic and emotional authenticity. This can be heard on her new album Mixed Feelings. Join Albelita and Lorens as she talks about making the album, teaching, Gilberto Gil,...
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56 - Harold O'Neal (Pianist/Composer)
HAROLD O'NEAL'S latest release is a solo piano album titled 'Piano Cinema', a distinctively curated collection of solo piano songs that highlight Harold's excellent piano abilities while taking you on a subtle filmic journey. Join Harold and Lorens as he talks about Beyonce, Ahmad Jamal, the…
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55 - Kosi (Singer/Songwriter)
On her new album, Stranger In Every Town, VOCALIST KOSI draws from her experience traveling alone across the US as a singer/songwriter. Join Kosi and Lorens as she talks about Pittsburgh, recording a songs she hates, and other connected but unrelated musical stuff (music credit: Like You, Walk,...
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54 - Adi Meyerson (Bassist/Composer)
On her new album, Where we Stand, bassist and composer, ADI MEYERSON presents a classic yet personal interpretation of her original compositions. Join Adi and Lorens as she talks about Nina Simone, Rice and Beans, Israel, and other unrelated but musical themes. (music credit: 'Where We Stand',...
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53 - Majid (Violinist/Composer)
Violinist MAJID's new album, Sound of a Flower, has a solid jazz foundation, but draws influences from soul, hip-hop, and classical music giving rise to an infection sound that is uniquely Majid's. Join Majid and Lorens as he talks about the album, hip-hop, bundao and other subtly related things....
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52 - Elio Villafranca (Pianist/Composer)
Pianist and composer, ELIO VILLAFRANCA's new albums, CINQUE is the product of an earnest and careful execution of creativity. This album seamlessly educates and entertains, and in the same breath invites the listener to introspect. Join Elio and Lorens as he talks about Cinque, cuba, Childish...
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51 - Michael Vitali (Drummer)
Drummer, MICHAEL VITALI is a diverse and avid practitioner of jazz who has played with household jazz names, and is also active in the world music scene. His group, the Michael Vitali Trio's new album is titled 'Scratching the Surface'. Join Michael and Lorens as he talks about being a working...
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50 - Jonathan Barber (Drummer/Composer)
On his debut album, Vision Ahead, Jonathan Barber delivers some very well executed original compositions. These songs have introspective origins and help shape the current path of his music group also called Vision Ahead. Join Jonathan and Lorens as he talks about Hartford, jam sessions, living…
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49 - Michael Mwenso (Vocalist)
Vocalist, MICHAEL MWENSO is the leader of MWENSO AND THE SHAKES, a vibrant band with new and fresh sounds, invigorating arrangements, and an unmatched stage presence. Join Michael and Lorens as he talks about many things including Betty Carter and astrological signs. (Music credit: 'No Regrets'…
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48 - Meg Okura (Violinist/Composer)
MEG OKURA is a distinguished violinist/composer who has been decorated with several awards. Her latest album, Ima Ima, is a collection of well thought out and very well executed compositions that stem out of her role as a mother. Join Meg and Lorens as she talks about composing, motherhood, David...
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47 - Mark Wade (Bassist)
MARK WADE is an accomplished musician whose excellence has garnered recognitions on several jazz publications including being featured as one of DownBeat Magazine's top 10 bass players. Join Mark — and Lorens — as he talks about surviving as a musician in New York, teaching bass, the midwest, and...
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46 - Sivan Arbel (Vocalist/Composer)
SIVAN ARBEL is a gifted vocalist whose singing emanates a great deal of soul, while displaying some subtle techniques that only a very well trained vocalist can bring out. Join Sivan and Lorens as she talks about investing in a music career, Betty Carter, Kfar Uriya, and other connected but...
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45 - Evan Harris (Saxophonist/Composer)
On his debut album, 'Skylines', EVAN HARRIS presents a classic but personal interpretation of his original compositions. Evan is currently a master's degree student at the Juilliard School and has performed along size jazz household names like Wynton Marsalis and Vince Giodarno. Join Evan and...
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44 - Douye (Vocalist)
DOUYE is a seasoned singer whose soulful and delicate approach to jazz vocal has captured the interest of many in the last year. Her chart topping album 'Daddy Said So' features legendary jazz musicians including Ron Carter, Kenny Baron, and John Clayton just to mention a few. Join Douye and…
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43 - Brandon Bain (Vocalist)
BRANDON BAIN's band is quickly becoming a staple in the New York City jazz scene. He is also the founder the and curator of the jazz performance video series Capulocity. Join Brandon and Lorens as he talks about how to learn a song, getting gigs, working with Jon Hendricks on Capsulocity, and…
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42 - Nicole Zuraitis (Vocalist/Songwriter)
On her album, 'Hive Mind', NICOLE ZURAITIS displays her remarkably fine-tuned voice and her ability to communicate emotions with accessible lyrics. 'Hive Mind' makes a careful use of Nicole's wide ranging musical expertise which include but is not limited to Jazz, opera, and pop. Join Nicole and...
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41 - Cameron Mizell (Guitarist/Composer)
Guitarist/composer CAMERON MIZELL's album Memory/Imagination exhibits his forte for penning compositions that evoke visceral reactions without the use of words. Join Cameron and Lorens as he talks about performance, listening to people who disagree, Donald Trump, and other carefully related…
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40 - Wayne Tucker (Trumpeter/Composer/Singer)
Trumpeter/Singer, WAYNE TUCKER has an extensive musical resume that includes two highly reviewed albums, and playing with many accomplished artists like Cyrille Aimée, Elvis Costello, and Taylor Swift. On his latest album 'Wake Up and See the Sun', Wayne delivers some well developed fell-good...
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39 - Charlie Rauh (Composer/ Guitarist)
Composer and guitarist CHARLIE RAUH's new album, Viridiats is collection of minimalistic tunes executed to create a space for the listener to attain and interprete a renewed musical feeling. Join Charlie and Lorens as he talks about Lullabies, Iceland, Solo gigs and other carefully related…
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38 - Kristina Koller (Vocalist)
On her new album, Perception, KRISTINA KOLLER gives some well thought out modern treatment to familiar jazz and pop songs and in a way that reinvents these classic material yet preserving their essence. Join Kristina and Lorens as she talks about her new album, being a vocalist in a jam session,...
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37 - Leni Stern (Guitarist/Composer/Singer)
LENI STERN has made her marks in the world of jazz with her trademark inventive guitar exploration and her unrestricted sound that perfunctorily makes use of her diverse musical and cultural influence. Join Leni and Lorens as she talks about microphones, artist grants, African music…
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36 - Pawel Ignatowicz (Guitarist/Composer)
PAWEL IGNATOWICZ is a guitarist/composer whose compositions tell compelling stories in a way that only a well studied guitarist can. Join Pawel and Lorens as he talks about his latest album 'Here and Now' and other musically related things. (music credit: 'Here and Now' , 'Log Off', and 'Darkness...
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35 - Kelly Green (Pianist/Vocalist/Composer)
KELLY GREEN is a pianist/vocalist/composer whose compositions, playing, and singing exhibit a heightened understanding of the jazz tradition. Join Kelly and Lorens as she talks about Jacksonville, recording vocals and piano simultaneously, Shirley Horn, and many other related stuff. (Music…
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34 - Hailey Niswanger (Saxophonist)
HAILEY NISWANGER (a.k.a MAE.SUN) is a boundary-pushing artist; an acclaimed saxophonist who has worked with a wide range of celebrated musicians including Esperanza spalding and Terri Lyne Carrington. Her latest work, 'Vol.1:Inter-be' seamlessly fuses contemporary jazz, funk, and neo-soul. Join...
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33 - Judi Jackson (Vocalist)
JUDI JACKSON has worked with many household names in jazz, and has headlined some highly acclaimed concerts including her Amy Winehouse and Nina Simone tribute concerts. Her EP 'Blame it on My Youth' comes out on December 8th, 2017. Join Judi and Lorens, as she talks about the new EP, freedom,...
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32 - Andromeda Turre (Vocalist)
ANDROMEDA TURRE is a versatile musicians whose voice has been used in recordings for Disney, Nickelodeon, OWN network, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Viacom, NBC and many more. She has also sung background for Ray Charles. Join Andromeda and Lorens as she talks about her new music, growing up with…
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31 - Sonia Aimy (Singer/Actor)
SONIA AIMY is a multifaceted artist; a Nigerian singer, songwriter, dancer, and actor, who speaks fluent Italian. Join Sonia and Lorens as she speaks about her artistic journey, her new CD, and other related awesomenesses. (Music Credit : "Nigerian Spirit" by Sonia Aimy). follow Doing Jazz:...
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30 - Candice Michelle Franklin (Jazz Dancer/ Choreographer)
CANDICE MICHELLE FRANKLIN is a jazz dance and choreographer hose work has ranged from choreographing for Macy Gray to collaborating with Pianist Onaje Allan Gumbs. Join Candice and Lorens as she talks about her show Jazz Ain't Dead, the history of dance in american and its roots and connection to...
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29 - Alicia Olatuja (Vocalist)
ALICIA OLATUJA is a master vocalist who has effortlessly and simultaneously navigated the musical worlds of classical music and jazz. Join Alicia and Lorens as she talks about singing for President Obama, learning languages, not being Nigerian, paying attention to every musical note, and other...
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28 - Ben Eunson (Guitarist/Composer)
BEN EUNSON is a uniquely talented guitarist/composer who has worked with acts like Terri Lyne Carrington, Liz Wrght, Queen Latifah, Quest Love and many more. Join Ben and Lorens as he talks about about playing other people's music, recording in the winter, Boston, Melbourne, Tall Puppy syndrome,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
On this podcast, Lorens Chuno presents conversations with enterprising jazz musicians. Every now and then, an artist of another form stops by. These conversations are free-form in nature and casually explore the work life of these artists; but don't be surprised to hear their "starting out" stories, their opinions on current issues, and maybe one or two pieces of advice for people interested in their chosen art field. Come here every week for a new episode of the podcast, and find out how these inspiring jazz practitioners do jazz.
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