Music Interviews

An interview with Reid Anderson of The Bad Plus

Chris Cooke — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:39:23 +0000

An Interview with Donny McCaslin

Chris Cooke — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 19:56:28 +0000

Last Call presents an interview with saxophonist Donny McCaslin. The saxophonist received a 2004 Grammy® nomination for “Best Jazz Instrumental Solo” for his work with the Maria Schneider Orchestra. He has also worked extensively with trumpeter Dave Douglas and his band. Inspired by the full tenor sound of Sonny Rollins, McCaslin explores a trajectory through electronic jazz on his latest effort, Casting For Gravity.

Last Call CD Review: Patricia Barber / Smash / Concord

Chris Cooke — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 04:29:40 +0000

Patricia Barber has long been an important voice on the progressive jazz scene. Barber, an internationally acclaimed pianist, vocalist and composer, was awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship in 2003, the only songwriter ever to be so awarded. Her ability to craft sophisticated lyrics has been documented on a series of fine recordings, which continued until some years ago.

An Interview with John Pizzarelli

Chris Cooke — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 19:41:00 +0000

Guitarist John Pizzarelli will return to Omaha in February. Two performances with the Omaha Symphony, Thomas Wilkins, conducting, will be presented on Saturday, February 9, 2013, at 8 p.m. & Sunday, February 10, 2013, at 2 p.m. at the Holland Performing Arts Center.

Last Call Spotlight: Rhiannon

Chris Cooke — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 22:20:55 +0000

Vocal instructor, performance artist and actress Rhiannon spoke with Last Call's Chris Cooke recently. In a wide ranging interview, the internationally recognized vocal artist & instructor discussed in detail jazz vocal improvisation and its place in the world of jazz. Rhiannon has released many compelling albums including the most recent "Flight", Rhiannon's interactive guide to vocal improvisation, and "Spontaneous", a collection of improvised studio and live small group music.

An Interview with Calvin Keys

Chris Cooke — Fri, 04 May 2012 22:53:10 +0000

Jazz in the Afternoon host Chris Cooke speaks with Calvin Keys in the KIOS studios. Omaha native Calvin Keys has returned to Omaha for a series of performances on May 4th and 5th at Love's Jazz & Arts Center. Show times both nights are at 7:00pm. Keys, an internationally renowned jazz guitarist, has returned many times to his hometown to perform to appreciative audiences. For more information and reserved seats you may call 402-502-5291.

An Interview with Kathy Kosins

Chris Cooke — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:25:04 +0000

Jazz in the Afternoon host Chris Cooke interviews Kathy Kosins, veteran jazz vocalist. Her new recording, To The Ladies of Cool, is a toast to four of the most important vocalists in jazz, Chris Connor, Anita O'Day, June Christy and Julie London. In a wide-ranging interview, Kosins discusses the creative process behind the new disc as well as her influences and busy career as an in-demand vocalist.

For more information you visit http://www.kathykosins.com/

Recording Engineer: Mike Hansen.

An Interview with Frank Basile

Chris Cooke — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 18:38:51 +0000

Baritone Saxophonist Frank Basile is on tour in the Midwest. Basile is a familiar musician to Omaha jazz fans, having spent time as a young musician in the area. Frank Basile will perform with a band he co-leads with saxophonist Rob Scheps. The saxophonists have sat next to each other in the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra, one of the greatest jazz big bands on earth, both in Taiwan and at New York's Village Vanguard.

Paul Serrato interview 2/10/2012

Mike Hansen and Mike Jacobs — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:40:49 +0000

Mike Jacobs interviews jazz pianist and composer Paul Serrato about his career and his new release, "Alternations: Solo and Collective Expressions".

(apologies for the sound quality of the second half of the interview -MH)

An Interview with Dwight Trible

Chris Cooke — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:04:00 +0000

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An interview with Dwight Trible