The eminent pianist was the guest of honor at this year’s Panama Jazz Festival. His quintet performs, and host Christian McBride speaks with the great musician.
The Ray Charles Songbook
Trumpeter Kenny Rampton launched his career on the road with the great performer. At Jazz at Lincoln Center, he presents Ray’s music in the most authentic way he can.
Valerie Capers On Piano Jazz
The pianist and educator shows off her classical chops in a solo during “It Could Happen To You.”
These Songs Are Your Songs: A July Fourth Playlist
From ragtime to our time, from Scott Joplin to Stephen Sondheim, we’ve cooked up a five-hour super set of music for your holiday.
Kip Winger Explores His Classical Side
You might remember the hair band Winger and its MTV hit “Seventeen.” The band’s namesake, bassist Kip Winger, has another side: classical composer.
Benny Golson On Piano Jazz
A giant of hard bop, the saxophonist and composer performs some of his most enduring standards.