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New Live Jazz on The Improv Cafe Radio Station: A Week of Unforgettable Performances

For jazz aficionados and casual listeners alike, The Improv Cafe Radio Station continues to deliver unparalleled live jazz performances that showcase some of the most legendary figures in the genre, as well as exciting new releases. This week, the station is highlighting two groundbreaking jazz albums from iconic artists Keith Jarrett and Miles Davis, alongside […]

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Lou Donaldson was A Jazz Saxophonist Who Blended Many Influences

Lou Donaldson, the celebrated jazz saxophonist known for his warm, fluid style and innovative blending of musical influences, has passed away. He died on Saturday, according to a statement on his website. While further details have not been disclosed, his legacy as one of jazz’s most versatile and influential players remains undeniable. Donaldson was 91

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Tune In to the Singing with Swing Radio Show Every Sunday & Quincy Jones: The Legacy of a Jazz Icon and Music Visionary

Welcome to Singing with Swing, your perfect Sunday night companion on The Improv Cafe Radio Station! If you’re craving a cozy, relaxing evening filled with the smooth sounds of vocal jazz, this is the show you’ve been waiting for. Sundays are meant to be a time for unwinding, and we’ve crafted this show to provide

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Tonight’s Swinging with Big Bands Radio Show on The Improv Cafe Radio Station: Count Basie – Live at The Sands (Before Frank)

Tonight on Swinging with Big Bands, get ready to enjoy a timeless live performance from one of jazz’s greatest icons, Count Basie. We’re spinning the legendary Live at The Sands (Before Frank) album, recorded live in Las Vegas in 1966, during the same series of concerts that produced Frank Sinatra’s Sinatra at the Sands. Originally

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Newly Added Recorded Music Live from The Blue Note on Live at the Blue Note Radio Show & Juilliard Jazz Duke Ellington Ensemble at Blue Note Club Next week

This evening, Live at the Blue Note on The Improv Cafe is thrilled to feature some incredible jazz recordings and live performances straight from the legendary Blue Note jazz club. Tune in for an unforgettable musical journey that spans decades of jazz excellence! The show kicks off with the OP Trio – Live at The

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Live at the Village Vanguard: A Legacy of Legendary Performances

The Village Vanguard in New York City is synonymous with jazz excellence. Since opening its doors in 1935, the iconic club has hosted some of the most influential and groundbreaking performances in jazz history. For decades, it has been a mecca for jazz lovers, a venue where history is made night after night. A major

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Medeski Martin & Wood Documentary Giveaway: Win Your Copy of Not Not Jazz

Music lovers and fans of innovative jazz fusion, rejoice! The groundbreaking trio Medeski Martin & Wood is celebrating the release of their documentary Not Not Jazz with an exciting giveaway. This is a fantastic opportunity for fans to dive deeper into the band’s creative journey and experience the unique sound that has defined their career.

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Nina Simone from the Festival de Jazz d’Antibes and more, Discover the Magic of Live Jazz on the Singing With Swing Radio Show

If you’re a fan of vocal jazz, you won’t want to miss the Singing With Swing radio show on The Improv Cafe Radio Station. This unique program celebrates the art of live performance, featuring only the best live versions of jazz classics. Every episode is a journey through the soulful sounds of some of the

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Live at The Blue Note Radio Show Tonight and Celebrate the Harlem Gospel Choir This Holiday Season

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and the Harlem Gospel Choir is returning to the iconic Blue Note for 12 special brunch shows from December 20 to January 1! Join us on the Live at The Blue Note Radio Show on The Improv Cafe radio station as we spotlight this world-renowned choir that

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Live at The Village Vanguard Radio Show is A Celebration of Jazz at The Improv Cafe

Every Tuesday night, The Improv Cafe welcomes listeners to the vibrant world of jazz with the “Live at The Village Vanguard” radio show. This beloved program showcases the rich history and ongoing legacy of one of New York City’s most iconic jazz venues, the Village Vanguard, located in the heart of the West Village. The

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