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In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the life and legacy of bassist, cellist, and composer Oscar Pettiford. The post Oscar Pettiford (1.31.16) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the life and legacy of the late jazz pianist Paul Bley. The post Paul Bley (1.10.16) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the life and legacy of Herbie Nichols. The post Herbie Nichols (1.3.16) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe, talks about the life and legacy of American jazz pianist and bandleader Earl “Fatha” Hines. The post Earl Hines (12.27.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe discusses how jazz can help us to prevail against notions of an appending apocalypse in our time. The post Jazz and Apocalypse appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe, talks about the life and legacy of jazz legend Billy Strayhorn. The post Billy Strayhorn (11.29.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the life and legacy of Hoagy Carmichael. The post Hoagy Carmichael (11.22.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the relationship between jazz and psychoanalysis. These early 20th century emerging ways of life have had a profound effect on our individual spiritual development as well as our identity as a larger civilization, as we consider our dreams, desires, loves, and […] The post Jazz and the Art of Psychoanalysis (11.8.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talk about the life and work of American jazz saxophonist Lou Donaldson. The post Lou Donaldson (11.01.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe, talks about the life and work of jazz trumpeter and medical doctor Eddie Henderson. The post Eddie Henderson (10.25.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the life, work, and legacy of jazz saxophonist Phil Woods. The post Phil Woods (10.11.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Red Rodney was an American bebop and hard bop trumpet player who made came up with mentors like Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. In his lifetime he saw much hardship, including the loss of his wife and daughter in a car accident, and the loss of many of his contemporaries in the jazz world. In […] The post Red Rodney (9.27.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Steve Coleman is an American saxophonist, composer, and band leader who’s work bridges the gaps between spirituality, culture, and time. In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the significance of Coleman’s work in our lives today. He suggests that through the music of Steve Coleman we can understand […] The post Steve Coleman (9.20.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Oliver Lake is an American jazz saxophonist, composer, and poet who co-founded The World Saxophone Quartet in 1977. In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe talks about the way in which Lake’s music offered a portal for us to understand the civil rights movement and social justice through art. When […] The post Oliver Lake (9.13.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Abbey Lincoln was an American jazz vocalist, songwriter, and actress, who is known for adding a poignant voice to the conversation surrounding the civil rights movement during the 1960s in America. She was a controversial and often marginalized figure, especially following her work on, We Insist, which she, and drummer Max Roach produced in response […] The post Abbey Lincoln (8.23.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Ma. Rainey, born Gertrude Malissa Nix Pridgett, April 26, 1886, was one of the first recorded Blues singers of the 20th century. Her deep, soulful voice is as distinctive as her lyrics, that were considered controversial at the time. Although she is known as “The Mother of The Blues”, her sound laid the foundation for […] The post Ma. Rainey (07.19.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe, talks about the relationship between jazz and the idea of freedom in America. He quotes how Duke Ellington describes jazz as,  “a good barometer of freedom.” Ellington said, “In its beginnings, the United States of America spawned certain ideals of freedom and independence […] The post Jazz: Freedom and Liberty (7.5.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Andrew Hill was an American jazz pianist and performer, who’s innovative approach to composition, was not only shared on his records and in the clubs, but also in the classroom. In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe, talks about what the life, legacy and perspective of Andrew Hill can teach […] The post Andrew Hill (6.28.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Tonight at Noon is an album by jazz bassist and composer Charles Mingus, released on the Atlantic label in 1965. The record includes tunes that are melodic and easy, and yet tinged with a dark sentiment that makes you feel as if you are enjoying a beautiful sunset, whilst sitting atop a volcano. The title […] The post Tonight at Noon (6.7.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Wes Montgomery was born “John Leslie Montgomery” in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1923. From humble beginnings in the Midwest, he went on to become one of the all time leading jazz guitar players, taking after luminaries like Django Reinhardt and Charlie Christian. In this edition of Liner Notes, Rabbi and jazz historian Neil Blumofe, talks about […] The post Wes Montgomery (6.14.15) appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.