Second episode of a 2-part series on Women of Jazz. This week we focus on the golden years of vocal jazz, in the 1950’s and 60’s when artists such as Sarah Vaughan, Anita O’Day, Peggy Lee, Nancy Wilson, used their voice as a jazz instrument on par with other instruments.
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10/26/11 Episode – The Songbook of Lorenz & Hart
Rodgers and Hart.
Finally uploaded last week’s show. It’s a special on Rodgers and Hart with some famous and some not-so-famous songs. In particular, don’t miss Maurice Chevalier’s Mimi! Also note that this show and all previous shows are now available on the iTunes store, in the podcast section.
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Podcast – 10/05/11
New format: 1hr show exploring the different genres of cabaret, swing and vocal jazz. First part follows a roughly chronological progression from the 30’s to the 60’s. Second part compares different recordings of the same song by one or multiple artists.
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All That Swing 