WGMC@50 Podcast Series: Episode 6 – Jason Crane
Jason Crane was a young man when he joined Jazz90.1. He had already had an impressive career, and came to the station first as Development Director, then moved into the […]
WGMC@50 Podcast Series: Episode 1 – Todd Blide
Episode 1 – Todd Blide: For our first episode, we spent some time with one of the first students to be involved with WGMC-FM – Todd Blide. Todd was a […]
WGMC@50 Podcast Series: Episode 2 – Paul Pakusch
Paul Pakusch was a student at Greece Arcadia High School, and in 1975, he joined the team at WGMC-FM. From there, he called the experience with the radio station the […]
WGMC@50 Podcast Series: Episode 3 – Erik Hemdal
Erik volunteered at the station from fall 1975 to summer 1979. Paul Pakusch was the one who brought him in. Erik was on-air Thursdays for “Musicale,” from (as he recalls) […]
Jazz90.1 Receives Award From The New York State Broadcasters Association
(w/o) On September 19, Jazz90.1 and Station Manager Rob Linton were presented with a “Serving New York” award from The New York State Broadcasters Association at their annual awards ceremony. […]
Jazz90.1 In The News – Celebrating 50 Years
(Westside News – June 2023) Jazz90.1 in Greece has been bringing local jazz to the Rochester area for 50 years. In the early 70s the Greece Central School District decided […]
See Artist Interviews From The RIJF
Jazz90.1’s Derrick Lucas and Photojournalist Dan Gross bring you artist interviews from the front row each day of the CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival. Check them out each day HERE.
Daily Photos From The RIJF
We’re on hand each day of the festival capturing the best moments. Aaron Winters provides snapshots from around the fest each day.
RIJF Reviews By Frank De Blase
You already know that Jazz90.1 provides MORE coverage of The CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival than any other media outlet. Now – our coverage has gotten even better! Jazz90.1 is […]
Jazz90.1 Smooth Grooves Radio Is LIVE!
If you’re a fan of the smoother side of jazz, we invite you to check out Jazz90.1’s new sister station – Smooth Grooves Radio. This internet station features the best […]
Week #16 – It’s Time For Tyner
History: (December 11, 1938 – March 6, 2020) McCoy Tyner was an American jazz pianist known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet and a long solo career. He […]
Week #15 – Charlie Parker
This week, it’s all about “Bird.” We’ll look at the life and music of one of the greatest jazz saxophonists of all time – Charlie Parker! Check out amazing videos, […]
Week #14 – Fusion
Provided by New Directions In MusicWe Do Not Own This Content Miles Davis is the grandfather of fusion–but don’t tell him that. As he once said, “A legend is an […]
Week #13 – Bing Crosby
Bing Crosby sang such hit songs as the ever-popular holiday classic “White Christmas.” The beloved crooner was also a star of radio, movies and television. This week, we take a […]
Week #12 – Frank Sinatra
Who can forget the musical impact that Frank Sinatra has had, and continues to have. This week, we’ll learn about “old blues eyes himself,” including his rise to fame, a […]
Week #11 – Glenn Miller and Classic Big Bands
Here at Jazz90.1, we love to play classic big band music. From Dorsey to Ellington, Basie to Goodman, we think that it’s important to pay tribute to big band leaders […]
Week #10 – Brief History of The Blues
Brief History of The Blues Content Provided By ED KOPP – All About Jazz When you think of the blues, you think about misfortune, betrayal and regret. You lose your […]
Week #9 – The History of Ragtime
Ragtime music is truly African-American music. It combines rhythms that were brought to this country by slaves, with musical forms brought over to the United States from Europe. Ragtime uses […]
Meet Our Featured Jazz90.1 #JazzPet from GRASP!
Mention Jazz90.1, and Adopt This Cat For Just $200 Lemon Creme is a beautiful girl with a soft, brown and black tabby coat. That is true of her other five […]
Week #8 – Benny’s Music Class
Content provided by The National Museum of American History. Following are a series of activities that explore Benny Carter’s musicianship in greater depth. You will need a paper and pencil […]
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