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March 2020
Jazz90.1 University – History of Jazz in Rochester
Join Derrick Lucas for a fascinating discussion on the history of Rochester’s jazz scene looking back at some of its most famous clubs and characters, such as The Pythodd, Shep’s, The Ridge Crest Inn, Le Jazz Hot, Top Of The Plaza, Clinton Hall, Town & Country, Doug Dukes and other classic haunts when live jazz could be heard seven nights a week. A scene that included local legends such as The Mangione Brothers, Steve Gadd, Pee Wee Ellis, Roy McCurdy and…
Find out more »Jazz90.1 University – RIJF 2020 Preview
(This Course Is Now SOLD OUT) We are often asked whom we would recommend at each year’s Rochester International Jazz Festival. Join Derrick Lucas following the announcement of the 2020 festival lineup. Derrick will break down each show, tell you about all of the musicians coming to ROC’s amazing jazz festival, and give you his top picks for who to see when the festival kicks off in June.
Find out more »April 2020
Rich Thompson Quartet with Bobby Militello – On Air Broadcast
You’re invited to the Jazz90.1 "virtual" listener party! Join us on air on Friday April 3 from 6-8 p.m. The Rich Thompson Quartet, ft. Bobby Militello, Rich Thompson, John Nyerges, and Kyle Vock will perform a special live concert on air, and streaming online, as we have had to cancel our spring listener party. We hope that you can join us then! (P.S. check out a great interview done with Bobby, by Jazz90.1’s Derrick Lucas in 2018.)
Find out more »Jazz90.1 University – Billie Holiday vs. Ella Fitzgerald
They seem worlds apart as Billie Holiday is remembered for the Blues and Ella Fitzgerald is celebrated as the greatest of the jazz scat singers but, in fact, both women rose from very sad, impoverished childhoods to spread the good news of jazz to millions of fans. Today, Lady Day and The First Lady of Song are mythic figures on the Mt. Rushmore of jazz. Join Otto Bruno as we listen, learn, and celebrate the catalogues of these two trailblazing…
Find out more »September 2020
Flash, Bam, Pow Live on Jazz90.1
Don't miss a live performance by Flash, Bam, Pow on Wednesday September 23 at 7 p.m. on Jazz90.1, and streaming via our website and mobile app. The band is an acid jazz power trio who shows up on time, plugs in, blows everyone's minds, and leaves. They are a creative, high-energy act that is interested in putting on a show that you can't look away from. They are veteran players, and are interested in making an artistic statement with their…
Find out more »October 2020
Paradigm Shift Trio Live on Jazz90.1
Don't miss a live performance by The Paradigm Shift Trio on Wednesday October 14 at 7 p.m. on Jazz90.1, and streaming via our website and mobile app. In the early 90s, Paradigm Shift was born in Rochester, NY to bring spirit back to neo-jazz with organic, funky grooves and street-level ambiance. Bandleader Melvin Henderson and co-founder Gerry Youngman grew up in the golden age of jazz clubs: simmering hotbeds of grit and soul. In an era of turmoil and enormous…
Find out more »January 2021
Ted Perry Trio Live on Jazz90.1
Don't miss a live performance by The Ted Perry Trio on Wednesday January 20 at 7 p.m. on Jazz90.1, and streaming via our website and mobile app. Ted Perry brings together the rich heritage of jazz, blues, and world music into his own unique compositions and arrangements. Ted has performed with musicians such as Ernie Watts, Nick Brignola, Drew Gress, Paul Smoker, John Swana, Dave Santoro, Mike Richmond, Akira Tana, Fred Wesley, and pedal steel guitarist Chuck Campbell of the…
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Steve Grills and The Roadmasters Live on Jazz90.1
Don't miss a live performance by Steve Grills and The Roadmasters on Wednesday March 24 at 7 p.m. on Jazz90.1, and streaming via our website and mobile app. For Steve Grills, the Blues has been a life long journey.Growing up he heard the music of Big Bill Broonzy, Leadbelly and Lightnin' Hopkins from his father's record collection. Through the Beatles, Steve discovered Chuck Berry and he has not looked back since. He has searched out the roots of Rock and…
Find out more »May 2021
The Laura Dubin Duo Live on Jazz90.1
Don't miss a live performance by The Laura Dubin Duo on Wednesday May 19 at 7 p.m. on Jazz90.1, and streaming via our website and mobile app. For the outstanding pianist/composer Laura Dubin, the serious pursuit of jazz expression began at the age of 12 in her native Rochester, NY. In 2007 she embarked on a 7-year journey of study and performing that brought her to various points in the U.S. and Latin America; and now Laura’s path has come…
Find out more »July 2021
CANCELED – Jazz90.1 Jazz On The Lawn Concert ft. The Melody Masters Big Band
(This event has been canceled due to weather.) Jazz90.1 WGMC-FM is pleased to announce two free summer jazz concerts to be held on the grounds of Greece Olympia School – 1139 Maiden Lane. The series will include a performance by The Melody Masters Big Band on Tuesday July 27 (rain date will be 7/29,) The concert begins at 6:30 p.m. on the lawn by the flagpole. There is plenty of free parking available, including handicap access. Masking will be required…
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