The Jazz Session

The original jazz interview podcast since 2007. Hosted by Jason Crane.

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The Jazz Session #79: Myra Melford

Posted September 4, 2009

Jason Crane interviews pianist Myra Melford. Melford is active with many groups and on many recordings, including this year’s...

The Jazz Session #78: Bud Shank’s Bossa Years

Posted September 2, 2009

Jason Crane interviews jazz journalist Marc Myers about saxophonist Bud Shank’s early influence on bossa nova. Although largely...

The Jazz Session #77: Kurt Elling

Posted August 31, 2009

Jason Crane interviews vocalist Kurt Elling. Known for his affinity for the music of John Coltrane, Elling’s new album, Dedicated...

The Jazz Session #76: Steve Kuhn

Posted August 28, 2009

Jason Crane interviews pianist Steve Kuhn. Kuhn’s new album, Mostly Coltrane (ECM, 2009), pays tribute to John Coltrane,...

The Jazz Session #75: Avery Sharpe

Posted August 26, 2009

Jason Crane interviews bassist Avery Sharpe. Sharpe’s album, Autumn Moonlight (JKNM, 2009) is an exploration of the...