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Songs & Stories — 331 episodes

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John Beasley From Invisible Piano to Unlimited Miles

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Resilience, Roots, and the Road Ahead: A Conversation with David Weiss

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Sweden's Queen of Swing Comes to SF Jazz

4

Marcus Shelby Celebrates Miles Davis

5

Daniel Ho’s Many Roads to SFJAZZ

6

Aaron Diehl Finds the Space Between

7

Lynne Arriale Brings Her Trio to Oakland

8

Instant Alter Brings Future Fusion to SFJAZZ

9

Ben Wendel on Improvisation and Yoshi’s

10

T.K. Blue Brings Randy Weston's African Rhythms to SFJAZZ

11

August Lee Stevens at the Lab

12

Vince Wilburn Jr. on Miles Davis, SFJAZZ, and the Miles Electric Band

13

Monty Alexander Hears One Word: Music

14

Lakecia Benjamin Keeps the Flame Burnin’

15

Lenny White On Miles Davis's Lessons

16

Eddie Henderson Carries Miles Davis Forward

17

Javon Jackson: From Dylan’s Poetry to Miles’ Precision

18

Flying High, Still Soaring: A Celebration of Jazz's Leading Ladies

19

From Sideman to Spotlight: Roger Glenn's 50-Year Journey to "My Latin Heart"

20

Jack West on Innovation, Invention, and the “Acoustic Spank"

21

Lisa Mezzacappa and the Art of "Tight Looseness"

22

Sarah McKenzie: A Love Letter to San Francisco

23

Omar Sosa: "SFJAZZ is the Best Place on the Planet to Play Jazz"

24

Oscar Peñas: From Barcelona to Brooklyn – A Journey Through Jazz, Tradition, and Spontaneity

25

Tyreek McDole: Jazz's Rising Voice on "Open Up Your Senses" and SFJAZZ Shows

26

Cleo Reed on Ancestry, Hustlin', and Reimagining Black Folk Tradition

27

Delfeayo Marsalis on Street Rhythms and the Spirit of Mardi Gras

28

Inside Trio Grande's Genre-Defying Sound

29

Greg Rahn: From Silicon Valley to Side Hustle

30

Greg Osby on Minimalism, Mentorship, and the Evolution of Modern Jazz

31

Simon Phillips on Protocol, Precision, and the Power of the Hang

32

Michael League's Musical Universe Unleashed

33

From Hendrix to Henderson: Marcus Machado's Black Psychedelic Funk Journey

34

Braxton Cook's Collaborative Evolution

35

Ten Strings, Infinite Possibilities: Hamilton de Holanda's Choro Revolution

36

Chico Pinheiro & Vinicius Cantuária: Brazilian Guitar Dialogues

37

Taylor Eigsti Comes Home, Carrying the Fire Forward

38

Echoes & Inspirations: Melissa Aldana’s Jazz Journey

39

Sasha Berliner at SFJAZZ: A Homecoming That Charts the Future of the Vibraphone

40

Adam Shulman: A Charlie Brown Christmas & Beyond

41

Michael Mayo: Grammy Nominations, "Fly" (Deluxe), and the Architecture of Voice

42

Sachal Vasandani: Best Life Now, Stripped Back

43

The Klezmatics: 40 Years of Revolutionary Joy

44

Anat Cohen’s Musical Evolution & 50th Birthday Celebration

45

Mads Tolling: Nordic Folklore Meets American Jazz

46

Stefon Harris on Soul, Sound, and Harmony in Motion

47

Ben Folds on Keeping Art Alive and SFJAZZ holiday shows

48

Three Visitors Trio Debuts New Album

49

Sarah Wilson Brings Incandescence to Berkeley

50

RJAM: New Visions at the Lab

51

SFJAZZ Collective: Native Dancer Preview

52

Gerald Albright: Groove, Melody, Momentum Ahead

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Caity Gyorgy Brings Strings to Swing

54

Las Cafeteras’ Night of Living Memory

55

Between Soul and Swing: Nicolas Bearde’s Jarreau, Alive and In Motion

56

Freedom, Community, and Jazz: KCSM’s 60 Years on the Air

57

Amaro Freitas on Enchantment, Ancestry, and the Future of Solo Piano

58

Lines in Motion: Nicole McCabe’s Groove-Driven Improvisation

59

Ivan Neville on Dumpstaphunk’s Groove for a Divided Time

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Martha Redbone Brings Congregational Soul to Miner Auditorium

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Two Voices, One Room: Hervey & Mason Reframe Monk at SFJAZZ

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Threading Folk and Jazz: Becca Stevens’ Quiet Fire

63

Idris Ackamoor: Building a Future You Can Dance To

64

Yilian Cañizares on Roots, Ritual, and the Road to Vitamina Y

65

Bach, Bebop & Bay Area: Paquito D'Rivera’s Jazz Odyssey

66

Lineage, Lift-Off: Sarah Hanahan’s Alto Speaks in the Present Tense

67

An Evening with Andy Summers: Sound, Vision, and Stories in Real Time

68

Arturo O’Farrill: “The Arts Belong to the People”

69

OKAN: Joy as Resistance, Rhythm as Home

70

Dominique Fils-Aimé: Jazz as Freedom, Healing, and Connection

71

LabRats at SFJAZZ: Groove Experiments and the Mwandishi Connection

72

Lady Day Reimagined: Stella Heath’s Jazz Story

73

ELEW: From Camden to ELEW Plays Sting at SFJAZZ

74

Anthony Wilson on House of the Singing Blossoms (Live Nonet)

75

Silverset Shines with New Single 'Akamea' and Upcoming EP Rollout

76

Songs of Solitude and Harmony: The Wildwoods Bring Nebraska to the Bay

77

San Francisco Jazz Festival Coming June 13-15

78

Lakecia Benjamin: The Jazz Trailblazer Redefining the Live Experience

79

Jamie Baum: Redefining Jazz with Poetry and Global Sounds

80

Sam Lucid of Dogs in a Pile Talks New Music, Touring Adventures, and Bay Area Vibes

81

Karen y Los Remedios: Redefining Cumbia with a Modern Twist

82

Inside the Sonic Apocalypse: Lana Del Rabies Takes Us Beyond the Noise

83

Mads Tolling: Jazz Collaborations and Classics Reimagined

84

Derek Gripper and Ballaké Sissoko: Strings in Perfect Harmony

85

Richard Bona: Exploring Roots, Freedom, and Global Sounds

86

Nyte Skye: Dream-Pop Roots and Family Harmony

87

Emilio Castillo on Tower of Power’s Timeless Christmas Groove

88

Vienna Teng: Crafting Musical Mashups and Inspiring Change

89

Sean Hayes on his latest album, ‘Be Like Water’

90

The Third Mind: Improvised Freedom and Psychedelic Soundscapes

91

Free Creatures: Genre-Blending Beats and Holiday Cheer

92

Crying Uncle: Revolutionizing the Bluegrass Scene

93

Jennifer Greer on her latest album, ‘Speaking with Ghosts’

94

Noah Sierota on Echosmith’s Musical Evolution

95

Mike Stern: The Story Behind 'Echoes and Other Songs'

96

Carolyn Kendrick on her latest album, ‘Each Machine’

97

Strings That Inspire: Inside the World of the Abeo Quartet

98

Laurie Lewis: Deep Roots, New Growth, and the Stories Behind The Album ‘Trees'

99

Jimmie Herrod: Redefining Vocal Brilliance and Artistic Excellence

100

Marina Crouse: Honoring Jazz Legends and Keeping the Music Alive

101

Peter Bradley Adams: The Soulful Journey of an Americana Songwriter

102

Exploring ‘Headland’: Eric McDonald on Kalos’ Musical Journey

103

Jeffrey Martin, on his new album, 'Thank God We Left the Garden'

104

Yellowwood Junction: From 90s Beginnings to Modern-Day Resonance

105

David Noble on Wreckless Strangers’ new EP, ‘Blue Sky Fantasy’

106

Jonatha Brooke on Creative Freedom and Life in Music

107

Lebo's Gems & Jams: The Story Behind the Music

108

From Screenwriting to Soulful Ballads: A Conversation with Joshua Radin

109

Tae & The Neighborly’s debut album ‘Self Help’: a unique blend of Soul-Pop

110

Brass Roots, Funky Futures: Keith Frazier of Rebirth Brass Band

111

Ben Sollee on his latest album, ‘Long Haul'

112

Groove, Soul, and Connection: Darryl Anders of AgapéSoul

113

Pearl Charles: Blending Genres and Gearing Up for Desert Queen album

114

Jeffrey Foucault, on his latest album, ‘The Universal Fire'

115

Free-Range Folk and Harmonies: A Conversation with Megan McLaughlin of The Musers

116

Kellen Coffis on the new album, ‘Kaw-fis Bruth-urs’

117

Beeson Unveils the Heartfelt Stories Behind Her Songs

118

Brian Moss of Spafford on Jams, Guitars, and Fan-Fueled Shows

119

Dead Set on Jammin’: Guitarist Nick Swift and the Magic of Bearly Dead

120

The Smooth Jazz Alley: A Fresh Take on Contemporary Jazz Fusion

121

Ron Artis II: Crafting Soulful Stories Through Music, Connection, and Truth

122

The Young Dubliners: 30 Years of Celtic Rock and Still Driving Forward!

123

Brett Dennen’s Soulful Ride: Turning Life’s Struggles into Feel-Good Music

124

Robbie Fulks Reflects on a Storied Career in Americana and Bluegrass

125

The Philharmonik Talks NPR Win and New Music

126

Badi Assad: Strings, Strength, and Soul

127

Jenny Scheinman: Jazz, Americana, and Finding Inspiration on the Lost Coast

128

Ukulele Virtuoso Feng E Prepares for First U.S. Tour

129

Echoes of Pink Floyd: Pete Floyd Revives the Legendary Sound in Sonoma

130

Steve Perry Explores Cherry Poppin’ Daddies' Musical Evolution

131

Behind the Strings: A Conversation with Julie Gussaroff of The Sweet Lilies

132

Blues Beyond Borders: A Chat with Tommy Castro

133

Backstage Sonoma Podcast Trailer

134

Jeffrey Halford: A unique blend of rock & roll, country soul, and blues

135

Megan Slankard, on her inspirations, career experiences, and current album

136

Two Lions Band on their new film and album, ‘Golden Thread’

137

Judy Collins: Exclusive 2024 Tour Interview

138

Roots & Rockabilly: Marti Brom on Music, Life, and Legacy

139

Groove Master Oz Noy: How a Guitar Virtuoso Blends Funk, Jazz, and Blues into a Unique Musical Landscape

140

From Idol to Indie: Kris Allen Talks Creative Journey and the Making of His New Album, ‘Pole Vaulter’

141

The Dynamic Energy of SUSU: Behind the Scenes with Liza Colby and Kia Warren

142

Cellist Natalie Haas on her musical journey and album ‘Haas’

143

A Conversation with Marty O'Reilly on His Musical Journey and Inspirations

144

The T Sisters on their new EP, ‘Sheroes’

145

Jon Chi on his album, ‘River of Marigolds,’ and songwriting process

146

The Verve Pipe’s Brian Vander Ark, on their next album, ‘Reconciled’

147

Adam Hawley on his new album, ‘Unstoppable,’ and tour

148

Junior Brown on his new album and career highlights

149

Mark Karan’s history with the Grateful Dead family and new album

150

Musician Jesse Brewster on his creative process and life experiences

151

Tracorum on their upcoming album, ‘Thin Wire'

152

The Humidors on their latest EP, ‘Show Me’

153

Jazz Mafia's Grateful Brass Jerry Garcia Birthday Celebration

154

Colbie Caillat reflects on career and new album, ‘Along the Way’

155

Matt Lowell on Lo Moon's new album, ‘I Wish You Way More Than Luck’

156

Noah Guthrie, on touring and new single, ‘Carry It Well’

157

Color Green on their latest album, 'Fools Parade'

158

Rachel Garlin On Her Album The Ballad of Madelyne & Therese

159

Tom Rigney: On His Career And New Projects

160

Say Aloha To Kanekoa

161

Doodlebug From Digable Planets

162

Leslie Mendelson On Her New Album And Tour

163

Jim “Kimo” West on slack key guitar

164

Paul Kamm discusses Achilles Wheel

165

Stephen Dunne and Dana Moret From Cold Blood

166

Meet jazz drummer Jon Krosnick

167

Meet 19-year-old guitar virtuoso Asher Belsky

168

Spike Sikes: a slow burn of blues, jazz, and soul

169

The quirky mix of Lolo and Pops

170

Ariana Arbitter co-founder of Sonoma Sounds

171

Meet multi-talented Brian Byrnes

172

Ralph Woodson’s Jimi Hendrix tribute

173

Clementine Moss on Zepparella

174

Jocelyn Medina Coming To Dazzle March 6

175

Singer Linda Theus-Lee Is Coming To Dazzle March 17

176

Jason Klobnak on J's Ruckus

177

Interview: Tierney Sutton and Tamir Hendelman

178

Don Chicharrón Coming To Dazzle

179

Honoring Eddie Henderson

180

Jazz Music In Denver

181

Dave Hanson's Upcoming Dazzle Shows

182

Nelson Rangell is a true artist!

183

Meet Jazz Trumpeter Sean Applebee

184

Joe Farnsworth: Straight From The Soul

185

Emmet Cohen on his current tour and latest release

186

Meet Sofia Avery of Tansy Wine

187

Meet Shane Dähler of Daruma

188

Meet Craig Northup II from iies.

189

Alex Heffron Interview

190

Jacob Larson Interview

191

Adam Bodine Interview

192

Mike Marlier and Eric Gunnison Interview

193

Max Bessesen Interview

194

Lynn Skinner Interview

195

Elias Earl Interview

196

Koki Renwick Interview

197

Interview with Guitarist J.J. Murphy

198

Lauren Frihauf Interview and Album Preview

199

Art Lande and Sam Williams Interview

200

Ronnie Foster Interview

201

Interview With Denver Jazz Pianist Justin Adams

202

Theon Cross Interview

203

Interview With Bandleader Reid Poole

204

Interview With Guitarist Steve Langemo

205

Interview With Jazz Pianist Andy Nevala

206

Milquetoast & Co’s James McAndrew

207

Interview With Tyler Trepp

208

Interview With Jazz Pianist Jack Dunlevie

209

Interview with 5x Grammy nominated Djembist Weedie Braimah

210

Interview With Jazz Musician Joe Anderies

211

Interview with Saxophonist Will Swindler

212

Interview With Tenor Saxophonist Taylor Clay

213

Interview With Jazz Bassist Matt Smiley

214

Interview With Neil & Karen Lee Bridge

215

Purnell Steen’s Birthday Tribute For Charles Burrell

216

Interview With Jazz Trumpeter Greg Gisbert

217

Interview with Sheryl McCallum and David Nehls From The Legend Of Ruth Brown

218

Interview With Jazz Singer MaryLynn Gillaspie

219

Interview With Jazz Pianist Spencer Zweifel

220

Interviews with Rob Mullins, Jesse Ogle, and Sarah Mount

221

Talking Story with Ei Nei

222

Talking Story with Brother Noland and Michael Paulo

223

Talking Story with Pianist Dymtro Choni

224

Talking Story with Guitarist Bill Kirchen

225

Talking Story with the Actors From The London Stage

226

Talking Story with Alphabet Rockers Kaitlin McGraw and Tommy Shepherd

227

Talking Story with Marta Pereira da Costa

228

Talking Story with Conductor Brian Dollinger

229

Talking Story with guitarist Stanley Jordan

230

Talking Story with Harald Weinkum

231

25th Slack Key Guitar Fest Interviews

232

Talking Story with Augie T

233

Talking Story with Waipuna

234

Talking Story with Jon Woodhouse

235

Talking Story with Crossing Rain

236

Talking Story with Keola Beamer

237

Talking Story with Chris Murphy

238

Talking Story with Julia Keefe

239

Talking Story with Kanekoa

240

Talking Story with Justine Smith

241

Talking Story with the cast of Cabaret

242

Talking Story With Bruddah Waltah

243

"Hair" - Behind The Curtain

244

Orpheus: Behind the Curtain

245

Talking Story with Bob Margolin

246

Behind The Curtains: "As One"

247

Talking Story with Alexis Enyart

248

Talking Story with Hāwane Rios

249

Talking Story with Ronnie V

250

Talking Story with Joachim Cooder

251

Talking Story with Makana

252

Talking Story with Stanley Jordan

253

Talking Story with John Cruz

254

Talking Story with Joey Alexander

255

Talking Story with Robert Cazimero

256

Talking Story - Western Week Talent Show

257

Talking Story with Angel Prince

258

Talking Story with Taimane

259

Talking Story with The Spinners

260

Best of Kona Festival

261

Talk Story Time with Larry Reitzer

262

Talk Story Time with Nathan Aweau

263

Talk Story Time with Jacob Rajan

264

Talk Story Time with Julia Rhoads

265

Talking Story with Daniel Ulbricht

266

Talking Story with the Romero Quartet

267

Talking Story with Natalie Ai Kamauu

268

Talking Story Aaron Goldberg

269

Talking Story with Jason Cutthroat

270

Talking Story With Alpin Hong

271

Talking Story with Kalani Pe'a

272

Talking Story with Jake Shimabukuro

273

Talking Story with Mister Peanut Butter

274

Talking Story with Beat-Lele

275

Talking Story with Gregg Karukas

276

Song Circle 3

277

Talking Story with Josh Tatofi

278

Rocky Horror Show in Hilo

279

Talking Story With Kailee Spark

280

Talking Story with Terrapin Station

281

Talking Story with Brad Bordessa

282

Talking Story with Charles Michael Brotman

283

Talking Story With Scott Reagan

284

Talking Story with Dagan Bernstein

285

Talking Story with Jesse Snyder

286

Talking Story with Honey Jar

287

Talking Story With Grammy Winning Musician John Cruz

288

Lorenzo's Army Livestream Dance Party

289

Kimberly June - Just KJ

290

Talking Story with Chase and Carl Kauhane

291

Elizabeth Sekona Robinson

292

Gary Washburn

293

Talking Story with Sarah Bethany & Michael Surprenant

294

Talking Story with Ryan "Higgs" Higgins

295

Talking Story with RJ Kaneao

296

Talking Story With Dirty Cello's Rebecca Roudman

297

The Big Island Beat Podcast: Talking Story With Makana

298

Talking Story with Musical Director Trever Veilleux

299

Talking Story with Guitarist Tomi Isobe

300

The Friday Edition Podcast: John Burnett's Top Five Tunes

301

The Friday Edition - November 27: Kalani Peʻa

302

Talking Story with Kainani Kahaunaele

303

Talking Story with Ydine

304

Talking Story with The Kona Rogues

305

The Friday Edition: November 20

306

Talking Story with Blayne Asing

307

The Friday Edition: November 13

308

The Friday Edition: November 6

309

Talking Story with Indi Folk Singer Jacy James Anderson

310

Talking Story with singer Shallon Toré

311

Talking Story With Guitarist Chris Stark

312

Guitarist Lauren Elle Broido

313

Rising Reggae Star Lopaka Rootz

314

Broadway icon - Bronson Norris Murphy

315

Bub Pratt

316

Folk Music Icon Tom Paxton

317

Lightnin' Larry Dupio

318

Brandon Nakano Discusses "Our Kuleana"

319

Lani Park

320

The Kahilu Theatre Looks Forward

321

Mark Yamanaka

322

Don May

323

Hāwane Rios (Bonus Episode)

324

Jaz Kaiwiko'o

325

El Sancho

326

The Average Joes

327

K.O.A. (Kauz of Affliction)

328

Brother Noland

329

Robert Savery

330

Bending Elbows

331

Music From an Empty Palace