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A Christmas Party With Kansas Smitty's House Band20181222A party feel to the last J to Z of the year, featuring live music from swing maestros Kansas Smitty's House Band and some very special guests, recorded at their bar in East London.

Kansas Smitty's get the joint jumping with their vintage jazz stylings and presenters Jumok退 Fashola, Julian Joseph and Kevin Le Gendre share their musical highlights from the past year - along with a Christmas tune or two.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

A party feel to the last J to Z of the year with swing maestros Kansas Smitty and friends.

A Jazz Christmas20221217Join Jumok退, Julian and Kevin for a family Christmas in the J to Z studio. Together they share some of the best albums, live performances and sessions from the past year, plus winter warmers and jazz evergreens that get them in the Christmas spirit. As a special treat, Julian sits down at the family Fender Rhodes to play a favourite standard before putting his own spin on a Christmas classic.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Winter warmers, festive classics and the best albums and live performances of 2022.

A Victory Dance For Ezra Collective20230930Jumok退 Fashola celebrates Ezra Collective's Mercury Prize win with highlights from their Glastonbury set.

Elsewhere in the show, Jumok退 looks ahead to National Poetry Day, sharing an interview with surrealist blues poet and activist aja monet. aja's poetry is deeply reflective, rooted in love, joy, community and the fight against social injustice. Her stunning debut album 'when the poems do what they do' blends jazz and spoken word and features several leading lights, among them trumpeter Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah, pianist and vocalist Samora Pinderhughes, flautist Elena Pinderhughes and drummer Marcus Gilmore. Here aja discusses some of her inspirations, including a Gary Bartz track that reworks a poem by Langston Hughes to dazzling effect.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Mercury Prize winners Ezra Collective, live from Glastonbury. Plus jazz poet aja monet.

Aaron Diehl In Concert And Regina Carter20201017Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from US pianist Aaron Diehl. A prodigious talent, known for tackling both jazz and classical repertoire, Diehl has collaborated with many of America's top orchestras, as well as Wynton Marsalis, Benny Golson and Philip Glass. Backed by his trio of bassist Paul Sikivie and drummer Aaron Kimmel, he performs a selection of jazz piano classics, including tunes by Horace Silver and Mary Lou Williams.

Also in the programme, Regina Carter, one of the world's leading jazz violinists, shares some of the music that inspires her, including a track by an undersung great of the instrument.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from pianist Aaron Diehl and his trio, plus Regina Carter's inspirations.

Abdullah Ibrahim20210424Kevin Le Gendre presents an interview with piano great and anti-apartheid activist Abdullah Ibrahim, dubbed `South Africa's Mozart` by Nelson Mandela. Looking back over his five-decade career, Ibrahim shares some of the music that has inspired and influenced him, along with tales of jazz listening parties in the townships, his mentor Duke Ellington, and his philosophies on life and music.

Elsewhere in the programme, Kevin has an exclusive preview of this year's Cheltenham Jazz Festival, with live recordings from saxophonist Soweto Kinch, rising star drummer Jas Kayser and more.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

South African piano great Abdullah Ibrahimin in conversation. Plus, Cheltenham Jazz.

Ahmad Jamal20230603Julian Joseph pays tribute to Ahmad Jamal, a titan of jazz (or as Jamal preferred to call it, American Classical Music) who has died at the age of 92. Playing landmark recordings and rarities, Julian explores Jamal's incredible career, from his friendship with Miles Davis to his million-selling album, Live at the Pershing. A lifelong innovator, Ahmad Jamal has influenced musicians from across the genres, including hip hop where he has been sampled by everyone from De La Soul to Nas.

Throughout the show we hear highlights from an interview Julian recorded with Ahmad Jamal in 2002, full of stories from his early years growing up in Pittsburgh. We also hear from contemporary pianists Robert Glasper, Hiromi and Vijay Iyer who offer their reflections on Ahmad Jamal's timeless genius.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

A tribute, with words from Robert Glasper, Hiromi, Vijay Iyer and Ahmad Jamal himself.

Al Foster In Concert20180505Celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. With Al Foster in concert.
Alice Zawadzki In Concert2021092520220312 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents a live set from vocalist and violinist Alice Zawadzki and her quintet. Zawadzki's music is a bewitching blend of jazz, folk, contemporary classical and beyond. Recorded live at Snape Maltings on the Suffolk Coast, the concert includes premieres of some brand new compositions, Zawadzki's first since her acclaimed 2019 album Within You Is a World of Spring.

Elsewhere in the programme author and broadcaster Alyn Shipton, presenter of Jazz Record Requests, shares a selection of inspiring tracks, including music by Fats Waller and Maria Schneider. And Jumok退 plays a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from vocalist-violinist Alice Zawadzki. Plus Alyn Shipton's jazz inspirations.

Anat Cohen's Inspirations20230128Jumok退 Fashola hears from acclaimed clarinettist and saxophonist Anat Cohen. A Berklee College of Music alumna, Anat has gone on to become a widely celebrated musician, both in jazz and more broadly in the world of Latin music - a trajectory that led her to be nominated for a Grammy for Best World Music and Best Latin Jazz albums in 2018. Here she shares some of her musical inspirations, including a track that reflects the deep influence that Brazilian music has had on her life.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from Manchester based spiritual jazz saxophonist Nat Birchall, recorded live at this summer's We Out Here festival.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Anat Cohen's inspirations, plus live music from Nat Birchall.

Andrew Mccormack And Alan Barnes20190824Leading UK pianist Andrew McCormack performs live in session with his group Graviton. Their latest album, The Calling, combines intricate grooves and sweeping melodies and features up-and-coming vocalist Noemi Nuti.

Also in the programme, saxophonist Alan Barnes, a veteran of the British jazz scene, shares music that has influenced him throughout his career - including tracks by saxophone great Johnny Hodges and under-sung clarinettist Acker Bilk.

And presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Andrew McCormack's Graviton in session. Plus Alan Barnes's inspirations.

Andrew Mccormack Home Session20200801Julian Joseph presents a home session from leading UK pianist Andrew McCormack who performs a lyrical set drawn from his latest album, Solo. McCormack's piano explorations reflect his diverse musical interests, referencing everything from Stravinsky to Thelonious Monk.

Also in the programme Haitian-American vocal star C退cile McLorin Salvant shares somes of the music that inspires her, including singers from Bulgaria and Mauritania and a rare recording of Cole Porter performing one of his own compositions.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

UK pianist Andrew McCormack in session, plus Cecile McLorin Salvant's inspirations.

Ant Law In Concert20200808British guitarist Ant Law in concert just before lockdown with music from his new album.
Artemis In Concert, Plus Jihye Lee20220305Jumok退 Fashola marks International Women's Day with live music from ARTEMIS, an all-star band featuring pianist Renee Rosnes, tenor saxophonist Nicole Glover, clarinettist Anat Cohen, trumpeter Ingrid Jensen, bassist Noriko Ueda, drummer Allison Miller and vocalist C退cile McLorin Salvant. Recorded live in Toronto they play some brand-new music, including an imaginative arrangement of a Wayne Shorter favourite.

Also in the programme, South Korean, New York-based bandleader and composer Jihye Lee shares her inspirations. Lee moved to the US to study at Boston's Berklee College of Music, and later to New York to study under the tutelage of the great Jim McNealy. She is now a highly regarded big-band composer, recognised for her innovative and risk-taking style. Lee treats her compositions like documents of her life, encouraging listeners to enter her creative world. This is reflected in the tracks she has chosen to share, which explore music's ability to tell stories.

ARTEMIS in concert, plus Jihye Lee's inspirations.

Artemis In Session2023072220240210 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from ARTEMIS, a jazz “supergroup ? featuring six of the most gifted instrumentalists on the scene – Renee Rosnes on piano, Ingrid Jensen on trumpet, Nicole Glover on tenor, Rachael Cohen on alto saxophone, Noriko Ueda on bass and Allison Miller on drums. Together they perform music from their stirring new album for Blue Note Records, In Real Time.

Also in the programme, we hear some of the music that has inspired Franco-Syrian flautist and vocalist Naïssam Jalal whose latest release, Healing Rituals, is already being tipped as an album of the year. Naïssam draws inspiration from many musical traditions, blending jazz with Arabic influences to stunning, atmospheric effect.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Jazz supergroup ARTEMIS in session, plus Na\u00efssam Jalal's inspirations.

Your gateway to the best in jazz – past, present and future. Jazz supergroup ARTEMIS in session, plus Naïssam Jalal's inspirations.

Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from ARTEMIS, a jazz `supergroup` featuring six of the most gifted instrumentalists on the scene - Renee Rosnes on piano, Ingrid Jensen on trumpet, Nicole Glover on tenor, Rachael Cohen on alto saxophone, Noriko Ueda on bass and Allison Miller on drums. Together they perform music from their stirring new album for Blue Note Records, In Real Time.

Also in the programme, we hear some of the music that has inspired Franco-Syrian flautist and vocalist Nassam Jalal whose latest release, Healing Rituals, is already being tipped as an album of the year. Nassam draws inspiration from many musical traditions, blending jazz with Arabic influences to stunning, atmospheric effect.

Arun Ghosh In Concert, Norma Winstone20210918Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from clarinettist Arun Ghosh and his latest band, featuring Sarathy Korwar on drums and tabla, Ruth Goller on bass, Idris Rahman on tenor and harmonium and Chris Williams on alto. Ghosh's trademark sound fuses jazz with traditional Indian music. The set, recorded live at Snape Maltings, features energetic grooves, reimagined standards and some brand new compositions.

Also in the programme, Norma Winstone marks her 80th birthday by sharing some of the music that has influenced and inspired her. Winstone is one of the UK's finest vocalists, known for her style of wordless improvisation, once described as 'state-of-the-art, imaginative, virtually beyond-definition singing.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live jazz from clarinettist Arun Ghosh. Plus vocalist Norma Winstone's inspirations.

Ashley Henry In Concert And Matthew Halsall20201031Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from pianist Ashley Henry, a rising star on the London scene. Plus, Manchester-based trumpeter, producer and DJ Matthew Halsall shares some of the music that inspires him - reflecting on his love for spiritual jazz. And Jumok退 plays a selection of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from UK pianist Ashley Henry plus trumpeter Matthew Halsall's inspirations.

Avishai Cohen Trio In Concert20200411Jumok退 Fashola presents the best in jazz - past present and future from her front room. This week's featured concert is by Israeli bass icon Avishai Cohen and his top flight trio of pianist Elchin Shirinov and drummer Noam David. Together they perform tracks from Cohen's latest album Arvoles, with its enticing grooves and lilting melodies influenced by Jewish folk music.

Also in the programme, creative UK pianist Elliot Galvin shares some of the music that inspires him and influences his work.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from the Israeli bass icon. Plus pianist Elliot Galvin's inspirations.

Azymuth In Concert2022091720221001 (R3)Julian Joseph presents concert highlights from Brazilian jazz-funk legends Azymuth live at We Out Here festival. A key part of the golden age of jazz, soul and funk in the late 1970s and 80s, they have performed with everyone from Jorge Ben Jor to Milton Nascimento and Marcos Valle. They continue to build their legacy as one of Brazil's most charismatic and well-loved jazz groups.

Also in the programme we pay homage to four-time Grammy nominee, master organist, trumpeter and saxophonist Joey DeFrancesco who sadly died on 25 August 2022. DeFrancesco was widely celebrated for his electric live performances and for helping to revive the popularity of the hammond organ in the late 1980s. He was beloved by many jazz enthusiasts and worked with greats such as Miles Davis, Roy Ayers, John McLaughlin and Jimmy Cobb to name a few. As well as working as a formidable sideman, he released thirty albums under his own name, most recently his 2021 album ‘More Music'. Julian celebrates Joey's life as we listen back to an interview he recorded for J to Z in 2019 sharing his musical inspirations.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Azymuth live at We Out Here festival plus a tribute to Joey DeFrancesco

Babelfish In Session20191116Julian Joseph presents a session from creative vocalist Brigitte Beraha and her group Babelfish, featuring pianist Barry Green, drummer Paul Clarvis and bassist Chris Laurence, some of the most respected players on the British scene. Together they perform music from their new release Once Upon A Tide, a delicate album that brings Beraha's poetic lyrics and wordless improvisation style to the fore.

Also in the programme, Cleveland Watkiss, a UK vocal great celebrating his 60th birthday this year, shares tracks that have inspired him. His playlist includes a Duke Ellington performance that swings like nothing else and a reggae track that led him to reflect on his West Indian heritage, as well as the influence the islands had on the early history of jazz.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

A lyrical session from UK group Babelfish, plus vocalist Cleveland Watkiss's inspirations.

Bbc Young Jazz Musician + Roy Hargrove20181201Highlights from the BBC's Young Jazz Musician competition 2018, with live performances from the five finalists. Plus presenter Julian Joseph pays tribute to the late trumpeter Roy Hargrove and shares a moving interview with Roy recorded a few weeks before his death. As he listens back to some of the music that inspires him, Roy offers deep insights and advice for the next generation of musicians.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Highlights from the BBC's Young Jazz Musician final. Plus an interview with Roy Hargrove.

Bbc Young Jazz Musician And Sheila Maurice-grey20201128Julian Joseph presents highlights from this year's BBC Young Jazz Musician competition, with live music from the finalists and a topflight rhythm section of pianist Nikki Yeoh, bassist Michael Mondesir and drummer Mark Mondesir.

Also in the programme, trumpeter Sheila Maurice-Grey shares some of the music that inspires her. Alongside her solo work under the name Ms Maurice, Maurice-Grey leads Afrobeat collective KOKOROKO and plays with the septet Nerija and Mercury-nominated group SEED Ensemble. Her choices reflect her love for African and Latin American rhythms as well as jazz tradition.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Highlights from this year's competition. Plus Sheila Maurice-Grey's inspirations.

Bbc Young Jazz Musician Highlights20221203Julian Joseph presents highlights from the finals of the 2022 BBC Young Jazz Musician competition, featuring pianists Luke Bacchus and Nick Manz, double-bassist Ewan Hastie, guitarist Ralph Porrett and saxophonist Emma Rawicz-Szczerbo.

Also in the programme, we hear from German pianist Julia Hülsmann. Julia often takes inspiration from literary works, in particular poetry, when writing her compositions. Here she shares some of the music that has influenced her, including a fiery rendition of a jazz favourite by Don Grolnick and Quatuor ɀb耀ne.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Julian Joseph presents highlights from this year's final.

Beats And Pieces Big Band In Concert20180609A weekly programme celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future.

Julian Joseph presents the high energy Beats & Pieces Big Band in concert. A big band for the 21st century, the Manchester-based group's use of electronics sets their sound apart from that of the traditional big band. They are led by composer and musical director, Ben Cottrell.

Plus, pianist Ivo Neame shares some of the music that has inspired him over the years including pieces from Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter.

Produced by Miranda Hinkley for Somethin' Else.

The best in jazz - past, present and future. With Beats & Pieces Big Band in concert.

Bill Frisell Concert Highlights20190223Highlights from the great jazz guitarist Bill Frisell's recent solo concert at the 2018 London Jazz Festival. Known for his pioneering and adventurous spirit, these highlights showcase the rich breadth of Frisell's repertoire, taking influence from country, jazz, blues and folk across the world.

Also, drummer and bandleader Moses Boyd, a leading figure in London's jazz scene reflects on artists - including Miles Davis and Duke Ellington - who have inspired his approach to composition, production and performance. Plus, presenter Jumok退 Fashola plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Highlights from a rare solo concert by American guitar great Bill Frisell.

Bill Frisell Concert Highlights, Archie Shepp20181208Highlights of a rare solo performance from guitar icon Bill Frisell recorded live at Cadogan Hall, as part of the 2018 London Jazz Festival.

Since the 1980s Bill Frisell has been one of the most revered guitarists in jazz, known for his subtly, imagination and wide-ranging output, which draws on classical chamber music, folk and Americana and even includes the occasional Beatles cover. In this concert he revisits highlights from across his career, including repertoire from the early recordings for the ECM label that made his name.

Also in the programme, legendary saxophonist and civil rights activist Archie Shepp shares his musical inspirations, along with pearls of wisdom and cherished memories, of his great friend and mentor John Coltrane and blues icon B.B. King.

Presented by Jumok退 Fashola and produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Guitar icon Bill Frisell recorded live in concert. Plus Archie Shepp's inspirations.

Billy Cobham20190727Revered Panamanian-American drummer Billy Cobham shares a collection of tracks that have inspired him and shaped the way he plays. Cobham's illustrious career includes stints with Mahavishnu Orchestra and Miles Davis, who featured him on the jazz fusion classic Bitches Brew.

Also in the program, music from Mezcla and Graham Costello's Strata, two of Scotland's most exciting young bands, recorded live at the Glasgow Jazz Festival. And presenter Jumoke Fashola plays a selection of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

The revered drummer on his musical inspirations. Plus more from Glasgow Jazz Festival.

Billy Harper In Concert2019010520190622 (R3)American tenor sax great Billy Harper recorded live at Church of Sound in East London alongside his UK quintet, featuring pianist Robert Mitchell and young guns Moses Boyd (drums), Twm Dylan (bass) and Yelfris Vald退s (trumpet), plus the Khoros Choir.

In a rare interview, Billy also shares his musical inspirations, shedding light on classic tracks by Charles Mingus, Miles Davis and John Coltrane, as well as his mentor and friend, the drummer Max Roach.

And presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a selection of the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Tenor saxophone great Billy Harper recorded live at London's Church of Sound.

Binker And Moses In Session2022040920230107 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from UK jazz heavyweights, Binker and Moses, comprising of drummer Moses Boyd and saxophonist Binker Golding. Over the past few years Binker and Moses have become frontrunners of the UK jazz community, winning awards such as the 2015 MOBO Award for Best Jazz Act, a Parliamentary Jazz Award, and two Jazz FM Awards as well as numerous individual accolades. In session for J to Z they perform music from their latest album, Feeding the Machine, which blends heavy grooves, soaring melodies and freewheeling improvisation.

Also in the programme, we hear from acclaimed American jazz pianist and composer Helen Sung. Initially classically trained, Helen found herself drawn to the world of jazz and has gone on to become a celebrated jazz pianist both nationally and abroad. She has worked with jazz greats such as Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Terri Lyne Carrington and Wynton Marsalis. Here, Helen shares some of her inspirations, including a McCoy Tyner classic she describes as 'musical ecstasy'.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Jazz heavyweights Binker and Moses in the studio. Plus pianist Helen Sung's inspirations.

Bird At 10020200829Julian Joseph presents a J to Z special celebrating the music of Charlie Parker, the legendary altoist and bebop pioneer who would have been 100 on the 29th of August 2020. Vocal great Sheila Jordan (a close friend of Parker), maverick pianist Django Bates, trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis and altoists Nathaniel Facey and Alan Barnes share stories and insights into their favourite Parker tunes and Julian plays some classics of his own, along with contemporary recordings that illustrate the full extent of Bird's musical legacy and influence.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

A Charlie Parker centenary special featuring Sheila Jordan, Django Bates and more.

Brandee Younger And Dezron Douglas Home Session2020071120210327 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents an exclusive home session from harpist Brandee Younger and bassist Dezron Douglas recorded in lockdown in Brooklyn. Both leading players on the US scene, Younger and Douglas have a long-standing musical association with saxophonist Ravi Coltrane as well as star drummer Makaya McCraven. Their music draws from jazz, RnB, hip hop and beyond.

Also in the programme, Ali Shaheed Muhammad from A Tribe Called Quest, the revered hip hop group known for their innovative use of jazz samples, shares some of the music that inspires him. And bassist William Parker calls in to introduce one of his latest compositions.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from the harp and bass duo. Plus A Tribe Called Quest's Ali Shaheed Muhammad.

Brazil Focus With Sergio Mendes2022012220220716 (R3)
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Julian Joseph celebrates the Brazilian jazz scene with special guest Sergio Mendes.
Brian Blade And The Fellowship Band In Concert20210731Julian Joseph presents live music from Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band. Blade is a member of Wayne Shorter's quartet and one of the most respected drummers in jazz today. Recorded live at the SFJazz Centre in San Francisco, the group perform soulful arrangements of traditional folk songs along with music from their atmospheric album Landmarks.

Also in the programme, bassist Daniel Casimir, a linchpin of the UK's burgeoning young jazz scene, shares some of the music that has shaped his sound, and Julian plays a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Live music from one of the great drummers in jazz. Plus Daniel Casimir's inspirations.

Brubeck At 10020201205Kevin Le Gendre marks the 100th birthday of pianist and jazz innovator Dave Brubeck with a special programme celebrating his music and his legacy. He's joined by Brubeck's eldest son, Darius, an accomplished pianist in his own right. Darius shares memories of his father and some of the music that inspires him, including a remarkable live recording of the Dave Brubeck Quartet that sees them experimenting and pushing it right to the edge.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Kevin Le Gendre presents a Dave Brubeck special with guest Darius Brubeck.

Calum Gourlay Quartet In Session20200125Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from Scottish bassist Calum Gourlay and his quartet who perform music from their latest release, New Ears. Gourlay's music balances subtly and intensity, putting clever twists on conventional forms such as the blues, and drawing inspiration from eccentric jazz genius Thelonious Monk.

Now based in London, Gourlay is one of the capital's most in-demand players. Here he's joined by saxophonist Josephine Davies, trombonist Kieran McLeod and drummer David Ingamells.

Also in the programme Nikki Yeoh, a leading UK pianist who has worked with everyone from Courtney Pine to Neneh Cherry and The Roots, shares some of the music that inspires her. Her selections include an explosive track by piano great McCoy Tyner.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from Scottish bassist Calum Gourlay plus pianist Nikki Yeoh's inspirations.

Carla Bley In Concert20200718Julian Joseph presents live music from American piano great Carla Bley and her trio with Steve Swallow on bass and Andy Sheppard on saxophones recorded at the 2019 Stockholm Jazz Festival. Bley has been a pivotal figure in free jazz since the 1960s when she worked with Don Cherry, Charlie Haden and many more and recorded her celebrated jazz opera, Escalator Over The Hill. Now in her 80s she's still a prolific performer. Her latest trio album, Life Goes On, is playful, lyrical and steeped in the blues.

Also in the programme, manager, promoter, record producer and historian Maxine Gordon shares music and memories from her life in jazz, including a track by her late husband, saxophone great Dexter Gordon.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Live music from piano great Carla Bley and her trio. Plus Maxine Gordon's inspirations.

Carmen Lundy In Concert20231021Julian Joseph presents concert highlights from leading jazz vocalist Carmen Lundy, live at the year's We Out Here festival. Over the course of her four-decade spanning career, Carmen has continued to captivate audiences with her versatile and soulful tone, which has been likened to that of Aretha Franklin, Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan. As well as being a prolific composer, Carmen has worked with jazz heavyweights such as Thad Jones, Kenny Kirkland, Geri Allen and Robert Glasper. Here she performs music from her latest album, Fade to Black, accompanied her band which features some of jazz's most exciting musicians.

Also in the programme, future-facing American drummer, producer, and rapper Kassa Overall shares his inspirations, including a track by jazz luminary Yusef Lateef that speaks to the power of embracing simplicity and sensitivity within music.

Produced by Makeda Krish for Somethin' Else

Concert highlights from Carmen Lundy, plus Kassa Overall's inspirations.

Concert highlights from renowned jazz singer Carmen Lundy, recorded live at this year's We Out Here festival, plus drummer and producer Kassa Overall shares his inspirations.

Carnival Special20220827Kevin Le Gendre celebrates Notting Hill Carnival with an explosive live session from London marching band Kinetika Bloco, featuring trumpeter Mark Kavuma, saxophonist Reuben Fox, steel pans, samba drums and more. The group, which stems from a youth music project of the same name, has brought through many of London's leading jazz musicians, including Nubya Garcia and Theon Cross. Described as `enchanting` by Nelson Mandela, they're veterans of Notting Hill and released their debut album, Legacy, last year.

Also in the programme, we hear from Trinidad born trumpeter and composer Etienne Charles, who digs into the history of carnival and shares some remarkable early recordings from as far back as 1912. A star of the US jazz scene and a gifted storyteller, Etienne has spent years researching Trinidad's carnival traditions, performing, making field recordings and documenting the rich folklore that accompanies the music. All of these influences are present in his own work, above all his album series, Carnival.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Celebrating Notting Hill Carnival with Kinetika Bloco in session and Etienne Charles.

Cecile Mclorin Salvant And Sullivan Fortner2021071020211106 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from star US vocalist C退cile McLorin Salvant accompanied by longstanding collaborator Sullivan Fortner in a recent concert at SF Jazz in San Francisco. Salvant is a multiple Grammy winner whose talent has drawn trumpet icon Wynton Marsalis to state: 'You get a singer like this once in a generation or two.

Plus virtuosic American guitarist Julian Lage shares his musical inspirations alongside music from his latest album Squint.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Vocalist Cecile McLorin Salvant performs live music alongside pianist Sullivan Fortner.

Celebrates Live Music20210320Jumok退 Fashola marks one year since the first UK lockdown with a celebration of live music, featuring some of her favourite live recordings and reflecting on the unique energy and atmosphere of the live space.

Also in the programme, Puerto Rican saxophonist and composer Miguel Zen n shares music that inspires him. Zen n is hailed for his ability to blend innovation with tradition, developing a unique musical language that includes Latin American folkloric music and jazz. His selections include groundbreaking salsa and a little-known recording by 'Saxophone Colossus' Sonny Rollins.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Jumoke Fashola celebrates live music and Miguel Zen\u00f3n shares tracks that inspire him.

Charles Lloyd In Concert20211211Live music from sax great Charles Lloyd.
Charles Lloyd's Inspirations2023120920240302 (R3)Julian Joseph presents an intimate interview with legendary saxophonist Charles Lloyd, who shares some of the music that has influenced and inspired him throughout his life – from his school days playing with blues great Howlin' Wolf to his early jazz idols and the music that gave him strength and solace during his decade-long spiritual retreat to Big Sur.

Also in the programme, live music from the Zoe Rahman Quintet, recorded on the J to Z Presents stage at this year's London Jazz Festival. Together they recreate the warm tones and striking textures of Zoe's latest album, Colour of Sound.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin Else

The legendary saxophonist shares music that inspires him. Plus the Zoe Rahman Quintet live

The legendary saxophonist shares music that inspires him. Plus live music from the Zoe Rahman Quintet from this year's London Jazz Festival.

In an intimate interview, legendary saxophonist Charles Lloyd shares some of the music that has influenced and inspired him throughout his life – from his school days playing with blues great Howlin Wolf to his early jazz idols and the music that gave him strength and solace during his decade-long spiritual retreat to Big Sur.

Your gateway to the best in jazz, past, present and future.

Legendary saxophonist Charles Lloyd shares music that inspires him. Plus live music from the Zoe Rahman Quintet from this year's London Jazz Festival.

Charlie Hunter In Concert20181013Jumok退 Fashola presents a J to Z special, from the stage of Manchester club Band On The Wall. Live music comes from American musician Charlie Hunter - a master of the seven and eight-string guitars, known for his `mind boggling` technique, which allows him to play basslines, rhythm parts and melodies simultaneously. With over 20 albums to his name, Hunter has also lent his skills to mainstream stars, including rapper Mos Def and neo soul great D'Angelo. He performs alongside drummer Carter McLean.

Plus Jumok退 celebrates the vibrant Manchester jazz scene with a mix of classic tracks and recent releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

A J to Z special, with guitar wizard Charlie Hunter and drummer Carter McLean.

Chelsea Carmichael In Concert2021102320220129 (R3)
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Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from saxophonist Chelsea Carmichael recorded on the J to Z Presents stage at the London Jazz Festival 2021.

Chelsea Carmichael has made a name as a key player in the UK jazz community, both as a member of the Mercury-nominated SEED Ensemble and now in her own right with the release of her debut album, The River Doesn't Like Strangers, on Shabaka Hutchings' new label, Native Rebel Recordings. Here Chelsea is joined by guitarist Nikos Ziarkas for the first ever live performance of the album.

Also in the programme, creative guitarist-vocalist Monnette Sudler shares some of the music that inspires her. In the 1970s Sudler was a member of the pioneering Philadelphia-based jazz collective Sounds of Liberation. She went on to work with Hugh Masekela, Grover Washington, Kenny Barron and many more. Her album In My Own Way was rescued from the vaults and released on SteepleChase Records last year.

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Live music from saxophonist Chelsea Carmichael, plus Monnette Sudler's inspirations.

Cheltenham Jazz Festival Highlights20210501Julian Joseph presents some of the standout sets from this year's Cheltenham Jazz Festival, including multi-instrumentalist Gary Husband, a tribute to Chick Corea from saxophonist Tim Garland and pianist Jason Rebello, and atmospheric new music from the trio Warmer Than Blood with guitarist Chris Montague, pianist Kit Downes and bassist Ruth Goller.

Also in the programme, vibraphonist and broadcaster Corey Mwamba, presenter of Freeness, mines his extensive tape collection for music he thinks everyone should hear, sharing an inspirational track by pianist Jessica Williams and a hard-grooving tune by saxophonist Charlie Rouse.

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Live music from Gary Husband, Tim Garland with Jason Rebello and more. Plus Corey Mwamba.

Cheltenham Jazz Festival Plus Brian Jackson20220423Jumok退 Fashola marks Cheltenham Jazz Festival's twenty-fifth edition with music from some of the most exciting artists on this year's bill, including Gregory Porter and Mulatu Astatke, plus highlights from previous years, among them an outstanding set from pianist Michael Wollny recorded in 2013. Later in the programme, she's joined by one of the festival's headliners, the brilliant keys-player, flautist and producer Brian Jackson, who shares some of the music that inspires him and reflects on his groundbreaking writing partnership with Gil Scott-Heron, which produced many of Gil's most iconic tracks.

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Jumoke Fashola marks Cheltenham Jazz Festival's 25th. Plus Brian Jackson's inspirations.

Cheltenham Soul Jazz Summit20230506Jumok退 Fashola presents highlights from Cheltenham Jazz Festival's inaugural Soul Jazz Summit. A celebration of soul, jazz and funk, the summit brings together over 80 musicians to pay homage to Duke Ellington, Aretha Franklin and James Brown. Guest stars including Kurt Elling, Madeline Bell, Vanessa Haynes and Tommy Blaize, plus Guy Barker's Big Band and the BBC Concert Orchestra.

Also in the programme, we hear from jazz, soul and funk legend Lonnie Liston Smith. Over his long career, Lonnie has worked with fellow greats Pharoah Sanders, Miles Davis, Gary Bartz and James Mtume to name a few. Internationally celebrated for his versatility, creativity and infectious grooves, he has inspired a generation of musicians to strive for musical expansiveness, exploration and spiritual healing. Here he shares some of the music that has inspired him, including a performance by John Coltrane that touches his soul and the Charlie Parker track that made him want to become a jazz musician.

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Highlights from Cheltenham's Soul Jazz Summit, and Lonnie Liston Smith's inspirations.

Chick Corea20180908In a rare interview, jazz piano great Chick Corea reveals his musical inspirations - sharing insights into the music of John Coltrane, Art Tatum and Hungarian composer B退la Bart k and discussing their influence on his work.

Corea is one of the world's greatest living jazz musicians. As the piano player with Miles Davis in the late 1960s he featured on several landmark recordings, including Bitches Brew. His own group, Return to Forever, were at the forefront of the jazz fusion movement and his subsequent projects, both electric and acoustic, have earned him numerous awards - including over 20 Grammys.

Also in the programme, French trumpeter Erik Truffaz, another fusion pioneer, recorded live in concert. And presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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Jazz piano great Chick Corea reveals his inspirations.

Chief Xian Atunde Adjuah In Concert20221015Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from New Orleans trumpeter Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah (formerly known as Christian Scott) from a recent performance in New York City. A six-time Grammy nominee Chief Xian is a celebrated player and composer known for his energetic sets and on-stage charisma. Here he premieres new music as well as a brand new instrument - Chief Adjuah's Bow - that he's been working on.

Xian was recently crowned Chieftain of the Xodokan Nation of the maroon tribes of New Orleans and is the nephew of saxophonist Big Chief Donald Harrison Jr. Later in the programme he sits down with Jumok退 to discuss the traditions and philosophies behind his music and the new directions he's exploring.

We also hear from Brooklyn-based vibraphonist Joel Ross. A protege of Stefon Harris, he gained attention playing alongside luminaries such as Makaya McCraven and Marquis Hill. Now he is part of the jazz vibraphone legacy of Blue Note Records, having released three albums under the label. He shares some of his music that has influenced him including an exploratory version of the jazz standard ‘On Green Dolphin Street' by Miles Davis, live in Chicago.

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Live music from Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah (Christian Scott). Plus Joel Ross' inspirations.

Christian Mcbride And Leo Richardson2019090720200118 (R3)Christian McBride is one of the most revered bassist in jazz today, with six Grammy Awards to his name and a list of collaborators that includes Sonny Rollins and Herbie Hancock. In an exclusive interview for J to Z he shares some of the music that inspires him, including a classic by his `number one musical hero` James Brown and a tune by 'other-worldly' bassist Jaco Pastorius.

Also in the programme, UK saxophonist Leo Richardson and his quartet perform music from their hard-swinging new album, Move.

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The bass virtuoso shares inspiring tracks. Plus, UK saxophonist Leo Richardson in session.

Christian Mcbride In Concert20220730Julian Joseph presents live music from eight-time GRAMMY Award-winning bassist Christian McBride and his new quintet performing at the SF Jazz Centre as part of the 39th annual San Francisco Jazz Festival. A dedicated educator and fervent supporter of new jazz talent, McBride's latest quintet features some of the rising star instrumentalists of the American jazz scene and beyond, including drummer Savannah Harris and saxophonist Nicole Glover. Expect soaring saxophone solos, powerhouse drums, masterful keys, lilting guitar and driving basslines from the man himself.

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Live music from Christian McBride's new quintet.

Christmas Special20211225Jumoke presents a festive special with Christmas cards from the great and the good of jazz
Christmas Special20231223Jumoké Fashola presents a special yuletide edition of J to Z, sharing some of her best-loved festive jazz tracks to welcome in the season. She also returns to one of her favourite J to Z Christmas moments featuring live music from East London Kings of Swing, the Kansas Smitty's House Band.

Later in the programme, Jumoké shares some of the timeless Christmas jazz recommendations friends of J to Z have shared with us over the years, including from legendary South African pianist Abdullah Ibrahim and American violin virtuoso Regina Carter.

Featuring much-loved classics, as well as newly released winter warmers, expect lulling vocals, soothing horns and even a jingle bell or two.

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Jumoke Fashola presents a special yuletide edition of J to Z.

Jumoké Fashola presents a special yuletide edition of J to Z, sharing some of her favourite festive jazz tracks to welcome in the season.

Claire Martin In Session Plus Marshall Allen2019060120191102 (R3)Julian Joseph presents British vocalist Claire Martin OBE, in session with her all-Swedish trio. The group will be playing songs from Claire's recent album ‘Believin' It', her twentieth album for Linn Records. Plus saxophonist, Sun Ra Arkestra leader and avant-garde great Marshall Allen shares tracks that inspire him.

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Vocalist Claire Martin in session. Plus Marshall Allen's inspirations.

Connie Han's Inspirations20221112Julian Joseph presents an interview with Connie Han, a young pianist making waves in the US with her fearsome technique and strong groove playing. Her third album, Secrets of Inanna, featuring bass great John Pattitucci, came out in September.

Also in the programme, Julian shares concert highlights from the Euroradio Jazz Orchestra, an international big band showcasing some of the best young players from across Europe, including the UK's own Romarna Campbell on drums.

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The pianist shares her influences. Plus Romarna Campbell and the Euroradio Jazz Orchestra

Corinne Bailey Rae's Jazz Inspirations20230909Jumok退 Fashola presents an interview with singer-songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae, who shares her formative jazz influences ahead of her anticipated new album Black Rainbows.

Elsewhere, Jumok退 looks forward to this year's London Jazz Festival (10 - 19 Nov), with music from some of the stars on the line-up, including a live track from vocal sensation Samara Joy from her packed show at London's Jazz Cafe earlier in the year, recorded exclusively for J to Z.

We also hear from saxophonist Nubya Garcia, who shares a favourite by Stan Getz ahead of a celebration of Getz's music by Nubya and the New Civilisation Orchestra at London's Southbank Centre on 15 September.

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Corinne Bailey Rae shares her inspirations. Plus, Samara Joy live and Nubya Garcia.

Courtney Pine's Inspirations20230610Julian Joseph hears from British jazz saxophonist Courtney Pine. In the 1980s, Pine co-founded the black British band, The Jazz Warriors, which featured musicians such as Steve Williamson, Gary Crosby, Dennis Rollins and Julian Joseph. The group offered a space for black British artists to showcase their jazz musicianship, at a time when music avenues for such musicians had previously been limited to reggae and funk. Following the band's later dispersal, Pine has continued to be a pioneer in the UK jazz world and beyond, receiving accolades including a Mercury Music Award nomination and MOBO award, as well as supporting the next generation through his work as an educator. Here he shares some of the music that has inspired him over his musical journey so far. He will be performing at this year's Love Supreme festival, which takes place from Friday 30 June to Sunday 2 July.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from The Euroradio Jazz Orchestra, which features talented young musicians from across the continent. This year's UK representative is rising star saxophonist and bandleader, Emma Rawicz.

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Courtney Pine's inspirations, plus concert highlights from the Euroradio Jazz Orchestra.

Daniel Casimir In Session2022051420221119 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents a session from multi-award-winning bassist Daniel Casimir playing music from his debut album ‘Boxed In'. Daniel is a key figure in the UK jazz community, the first-call bassist for Nubya Garcia, Binker Golding, Ashley Henry and Camilla George, as well as being a formidable composer and bandleader in his own right.

Also in the programme, rising-star Danish pianist and composer Kathrine Windfeld shares some of her musical inspirations, including a lilting track by pianist Aaron Parks.

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Daniel Casimir in session, plus Kathrine Windfeld's inspirations.

Daniel Herskedal Home Session2020070420210522 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents a home session from tuba virtuoso Daniel Herskedal who unveils three brand new compositions recorded in lockdown in snowy Norway.

Also in the programme, American pianist Aaron Parks shares some of the music that inspires and influences him, including a masterpiece of creative bebop and a groove-laden Meshell Ndegeocello track with a sting in the tail.

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Tuba virtuoso Daniel Herskedal in session, plus pianist Aaron Parks's inspirations.

Danilo Perez And Terri Lyne Carrington2020011120210206 (R3)Julian Joseph presents the European premiere of Panamanian pianist Danilo P退rez's new Global Messengers project, recorded at the 2019 London Jazz Festival.

P退rez's illustrious career - including work with Wayne Shorter and Dizzy Gillespie - has featured many creative collaborations that bridge gaps across genres and cultures. With the Global Messengers, he brings together master players from musical traditions in Palestine, Greece, Jordan and the USA to forge a musical language that leans towards social change.

Also in the programme, revered drummer Terri Lyne Carrington shares a collection of tracks that have inspired and influenced her, including music by Roy Haynes (whom she considers one of the fathers of modern jazz drumming) and an Aretha Franklin song that showcases The Queen of Soul's often-overlooked skill as a jazz piano player.

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Live music from pianist Danilo Perez. Plus drummer Terri Lyne Carrington's inspirations.

Darcy James Argue's Inspirations2023102820240316 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre hears from internationally celebrated composer and conductor Darcy James Argue. A recipient of the prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship in Music Composition, Darcy's compositions blend jazz with contemporary classical elements, pushing the boundaries of musical innovation. He has led performances of his compositions with ensembles including The WDR Big Band, the Brussels Jazz Orchestra, The Hard Rubber Orchestra, Clasijazz Big Band Pro, and the West Point Jazz Knights. Here he shares some of the music that has inspired his journey so far.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from the acclaimed French-Caribbean jazz saxophonist and composer Jacques Schwarz-Bart recorded live from France. Jacques is known for his fusion of Caribbean rhythms, hip hop and jazz improvisation, as well as explorations of Afro-Caribbean folklore within his music. He has worked with artists from across musical spectrum including, Erykah Badu, Danilo Perez, and Meshell N'degeocello, as well as being a notable solo artist.

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Darcy James Argue's musical inspirations plus Jacques Schwarz-Bart in concert.

Kevin Le Gendre presents composer and conductor Darcy James Argue's musical inspirations, plus concert highlights from saxophonist and composer Jacques Schwarz-Bart.

Dave Holland2021062620211127 (R3)Julian Joseph presents an interview with legendary bassist Dave Holland, who shares some of the music that inspired him as a young musician and describes the transformational impact that John Coltrane's A Love Supreme had when it was released in 1965. Holland's decade-spanning career has seen him work with numerous jazz giants, including Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk and Chick Corea - testament to his versatility and mastery as a bass player.

Elsewhere in the programme, Julian plays a mix of classic jazz recordings and the best new releases.

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Legendary jazz bassist Dave Holland shares some of the music that inspires him.

Denys Baptiste In Concert20190713Concert highlights from UK saxophonist Denys Baptiste and his quartet with his own modern reimagining of the music of John Coltrane's groundbreaking late period - a period characterised by visceral emotions and cosmic references.

A former member of the long-running London based Tomorrow's Warriors group, Baptiste has long been a fixture on the London scene and, among other projects, is known for his long association with the double bassist and fellow Warrior, Gary Crosby.

Plus, Cuban pianist Alfredo Rodriguez shares his musical influences.

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Saxophonist Denys Baptiste reimagines the music of John Coltrane's late period in concert.

Dezron Douglas's Inspirations20230311Kevin Le Gendre hears from US bassist and educator Dezron Douglas. A prot退g退 of the great Jackie McLean, Dezron has established himself as a highly creative composer and formidable bander, and has worked alongside the likes of Pharaoh Sanders, Ravi Coltrane, Geri Allen and Louis Hayes, to name a few. A leading player in the jazz world, he has been recorded on more than 100 albums, and is also active educator on the Jazz Studies faculty at NYU Steinhardt. Here Dezron shares some of the music and artists that have inspired him, including a joy-raising track by UK acid-jazz band, The Brand New Heavies.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from London-based, Ukrainian/Polish jazz harpist Alina Bzhezhinska and her HipHarp Collective recorded live at the Barbican for J to Z, as they blend jazz, hip hop and the ever-ethereal sounds of the harp together to create new and innovative compositions.

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Dezron Douglas's inspirations, plus concert highlights from harpist Alina Bzhezhinska.

Dhafer Youssef And E.s.t.'s Magnus \u00d6str\u00f6m20180728Julian Joseph presents a concert from Dhafer Youssef, an acclaimed singer and virtuoso oud player who draws on his Tunisian heritage, blending Arabic harmonies, wiry melodies and propulsive grooves.

Plus Magnus րstr怀m, drummer with the hugely influential Esbj怀rn Svensson Trio (E.S.T.), reveals some of the tracks that inspired the group - including a piece by Chopin that Esbj怀rn Svensson's mother used to play to him as a child.

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Tunisian singer and oud virtuoso Dhafer Youssef in concert. Plus Magnus Ostrom of E.S.T.

Dinosaur In Session2018042820180825 (R3)Celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future.

This week, another chance to hear Jumok退 Fashola presenting a session from Dinosaur. Led by former BBC New Generation Artist Laura Jurd on trumpet, the four-piece band play new, synth-driven music ahead of the release of their latest album, Wonder Trail.

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Celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. With a session from Dinosaur.

Dizzy Reece2019030920200404 (R3)UK pianist Trevor Watkis leads a live session celebrating the music of the Jamaican-born, hard bop trumpet pioneer, Dizzy Reece. Over the years Watkis has forged a strong relationship with Reece, who arrived on the HMS Windrush aged 17 and whose rich career has included work with trumpet great Donald Byrd and the UK saxophonist Ronnie Scott. 

London born Watkis has been a key player on the London scene since the 90s and is strongly influenced by his own Jamaican heritage. His Dizzy Reece project seeks to honour Dizzy Reece's accomplishments and celebrate West Indians who departed the Caribbean on the Windrush.

Plus, musical insights from innovative composer and trumpeter Jamie Branch, a leading light in Chicago's improvised jazz scene. Her debut album, Fly or Die was met with critical acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic. 

Plus, presenter Julian Joseph plays a selection of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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UK pianist Trevor Watkis leads a session in tribute to the great trumpeter, Dizzy Reece.

Donald Brown20211113Julian Joseph presents an interview with his former mentor, pianist and composer Donald Brown, who shares some of the music that inspires him. Revered by musicians and those in the know, Brown has had a major influence on the jazz world. Over the course of his 50-year career he's done everything from playing in Art Blakey's iconic Jazz Messengers, touring with Donald Byrd and Freddie Hubbard, working in production at soul music giant Stax Records and producing eight of sax great Kenny Garrett's albums. He's been equally influential as an educator. In the mid-80s he taught at Berklee College of Music, mentoring then students including Danilo P退rez, Javon Jackson, Roy Hargrove and Julian Joseph himself. Here he chooses tracks that defined his thinking as a composer, including a soul-raising song by Earth Wind and Fire full of ingenious orchestration.

Also in the programme, Julian compiles a London Jazz Festival sampler, with highlights and tips from this year's line-up.

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Pianist Donald Brown shares his inspirations. Plus London Jazz Festival highlights.

Donald Harrison's Inspirations20221022Julian Joseph presents an exclusive interview with one of the greats of New Orleans jazz, saxophonist Big Chief Donald Harrison. Over the course of his career, Donald has worked with everyone from Art Blakey and Herbie Hancock to Terence Blanchard and Joanne Brackeen. He is devoted to celebrating and preserving the cultural heritage of his home city, both as a founder of the Congo Square Nation Afro-New Orleans Cultural Group and through his music which blends jazz tradition with the musical lineages of New Orleans.

He is also an important mentor to younger musicians, including his nephew Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, Jon Batiste, Trombone Shorty, Esperanza Spalding and hip-hop legend The Notorious B.I.G.

Here Donald shares his musical inspirations and a whole lot of wisdom, including the lessons Art Blakey taught him and the secret messages embedded in the music of his father, Big Chief Donald Harrison Sr and his Mardi Gras troop The Guardians of the Flame.

Also in the programme, Julian shares concert highlights from Scottish saxophonist Matt Carmichael performing as a special guest with Germany's Grammy award-winning WDR Big Band led by US sax great Bob Mintzer. Matt's compositions are a fusion of lyrical jazz and Scottish folk music, beautifully arranged for the band by Bob.

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Donald Harrison's inspirations, plus Matt Carmichael in concert with the WDR Big Band.

Duncan Eagles Quintet In Session20190406Saxophonist Duncan Eagles leads an exclusive session playing music from his debut release as a bandleader, Citizen. Plus, British sax great Steve Williamson takes us on a journey through the music that has inspired his career to date.

Also, presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays the best in contemporary and classic jazz tracks.

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UK saxophonist Duncan Eagles plays music from his debut album as leader, Citizen.

Eddie Henderson In Concert20180901More highlights from a concert by American trumpeter Eddie Henderson and his quartet, recorded live at Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Eddie Henderson first received worldwide recognition for his part in Herbie Hancock's groundbreaking Mwandishi group of the early 1970s. He went on to play with many of the biggest names in jazz, including Art Blakey, Dexter Gordon and Pharoah Sanders. For this concert, recorded in April 2018, he's joined by a quartet of long-time collaborators: fellow New Yorker Bruce Barth on piano, Arnie Somogyi on bass and Stephen Keogh on drums.

Plus, presenter Julian Joseph plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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The American trumpet great and his quartet recorded live in concert.

Eddie Henderson In Concert From Birmingham20180512Julian Joseph is onstage from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire to present a concert with trumpet great Eddie Henderson and his quartet. Henderson first got worldwide recognition for his part in Herbie Hancock's Mwandishi group in the early '70s. Since then he has played with huge array of the greatest names in Jazz including Art Blakey, Dexter Gordon, Kenny Barron and many more. He is joined by a quartet made up of long time collaborators; fellow New Yorker Bruce Barth on piano, Arnie Somogyi on bass and Stephen Keogh on drums.

In conversation with Julian Joseph, Henderson talks about how Louis Armstrong gave him his first ever trumpet lesson and Miles Davis' memorable reaction when he told him he didn't play 'correct'.

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Celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. With Eddie Henderson in concert.

Eliane Elias In Concert20190525Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from Brazilian pianist, vocalist and composer Eliane Elias with the Danish Radio Big Band as they revisit her classic 1997 album ‘Impulse!'. Plus, British multi-instrumentalist Orphy Robinson MBE shares some of the music that has inspired his own playing.

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Concert highlights from Brazilian pianist, vocalist and composer Eliane Elias.

Elliot Galvin Trio In Session20190420Julian Joseph presents a live session from young pianist Elliot Galvin and his trio with music from his new album 'Modern Times'. Known for his work both as a soloist as well as a member of the Mercury Prize-nominated Dinosaur, this new work sees him move away from electronic instrumentation and embrace a fully acoustic sound which was recorded live to vinyl for the album release.

Plus, the uniquely creative trumpeter Christian Scott shares his musical inspirations.

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Julian Joseph presents a live session from young pianist Elliot Galvin and his trio.

Emerging Artists Special20210717Kevin Le Gendre puts the spotlight on new jazz talent.
Euroradio Jazz Orchestra And 2019 Highlights20191228Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from the Euroradio Jazz Orchestra, which features some of the best young players from across the continent, selected by public radio broadcasters to play together at a special concert in Austria. The initiative has been running yearly since 1965 and is organised by the European Broadcasting Union.

Also in the programme, Panamanian pianist Danilo P退rez shares some of the music that inspires him. He reflects on formative jam sessions with his father and pays tributes to his other great mentors, Wayne Shorter and Dizzy Gillespie.

Plus, Kevin looks back at some of the jazz highlights of 2019.

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Euroradio Jazz Orchestra in concert, Danilo Perez's inspirations and 2019 highlights.

Fat-suit In Concert20190706Jumok退 Fashola presents the 14-piece instrumental collective, Fat-Suit, in concert from the Glasgow Jazz Festival. An upcoming group on the Scottish jazz scene, their sound fuses rock, jazz and folk music. Plus, celebrated UK vocalist Jacqui Dankworth MBE shares music by artists that have inspired her career.

Jumoke Fashola presents the 14-piece collective Fat-Suit from the Glasgow Jazz Festival.

Femi Koleoso20211204Julian Joseph presents the best in jazz - past, present and future with live music from piano virtuoso Nikki Yeoh recorded on the J to Z Presents stage at The Barbican as part of this year's London Jazz Festival.

Also in the programme, drummer Femi Koleoso, leader of the award-winning London-based group Ezra Collective, shares some of the music that has inspired his musical journey, touching on jazz, Afrobeat and beyond.

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Drummer Femi Koleoso shares his jazz inspirations. Live music from pianist Nikki Yeoh.

Fergus Mccreadie In Session20210130Julian Joseph presents a live music session from one of Scotland's ‘ones to watch', pianist Fergus McCreadie. McCreadie hit the ground running with his self-released debut album Turas in 2018, which won Album of the Year at the Parliamentary and Scottish Jazz Awards and was shortlisted for the cross-genre Scottish Album of the Year Award 2019. His music is celebrated for its innovation, blending Scottish folk tradition with jazz. Here he performs music from his spellbinding second album ‘Cairn', newly released with Edition.

Also in the programme, lyrical and creative Canadian pianist Renee Rosnes shares music that has influenced her. Over her long and star-studded career, Rosnes has worked with jazz giants such as Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter, Chris Potter and bass master, Ron Carter. She continues to be a tour de force in the jazz world, including as a journalist and radio host.

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Live music from pianist and composer Fergus McCreadie, plus Renee Rosnes's inspirations.

Flora Purim's Inspirations20220820Julian Joseph presents an exclusive interview with Brazilian jazz singer Flora Purim, best known for her contribution to jazz fusion as part of Return to Forever with Chick Corea and Stanley Clarke. With her graceful tone and uncommon six-octave range, she has worked with greats such as Jaco Pastorius, Gil Evans and her partner Airto Moreira and contributed to two Grammy-winning albums, with Dizzy Gillespie and Mickey Hart respectively. Here she shares some of the music that has illustrated her life, reflecting on encounters with Horace Silver, Ron Carter and Milton Nascimento.

Also in the programme, Julian looks ahead to this year's We Out Here festival, featuring spiritual jazz master Pharoah Sanders, harpist Nala Sinephro and more.

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Vocal great Flora Purim shares her inspirations. Plus a We Out Here festival preview.

Fred Hersch Home Session20200509Jumok退 Fashola presents an exclusive session from revered US pianist Fred Hersch, recorded at his home in Pennsylvania.

Described as `a living legend` by the New Yorker, Hersch has been a key figure on the US jazz scene since the 1970s. He's worked with greats such as trumpeter Art Farmer and saxophonist Joe Henderson and has mentored many of the next generation of piano stars, among them Brad Mehldau. His J to Z Home Session includes sparkling renditions of tunes by Benny Golson and Joni Mitchell.

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Revered US pianist Fred Hersch plays an exclusive session from his home in Pennsylvania.

Free Thinking Festival In Gateshead20190330Jumok退 Fashola presents live music for a special show from Gateshead at the BBC's Free Thinking Festival with live music from the Graeme Wilson Quartet. Plus, Sons Of Kemet leader, saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings, shares some of the music which has shaped his own career in music.

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Jumoke Fashola presents a special show live from Gateshead at the Free Thinking Festival.

Georgia Anne Muldrow20210102Julian Joseph presents an interview with multi-instrumentalist and producer Georgia Anne Muldrow, who shares some of the music that inspires her work. Under her pseudonym Jyoti, Muldrow released one of the standout albums of 2020, blending hypnotic grooves and poignant vocals, while playing, producing and recording all of the instruments herself.

Also in the programme, Julian plays live premieres from Jazz South's Radar Commissions series, showcasing some of the best improvisers from the south of England. He selects an atmospheric new work by pianist Rebecca Nash and trumpeter Nick Walters and a powerful composition by pianist Robert Mitchell, paying tribute to civil rights leader John Lewis.

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The LA multi-instrumentalist and producer shares some of the music that inspires her.

Gogo Penguin In Session20200919Jumok退 Fashola presents a session from Manchester trio GoGo Penguin recorded in the BBC Radio Theatre. In the past decade GoGo Penguin have won widespread acclaim for their blend of acoustic jazz and classical minimalism with the driving rhythms and anthemic riffs of electronic dance music. Here they perform tracks from their self-titled new album for Blue Note Records.

Also in the programme leading US altoist Rudresh Mahanthappa shares some of the music that inspires him, including a dazzling track by Indian vocal virtuoso Begum Parween Sultana.

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Live music from Manchester trio GoGo Penguin. Plus Rudresh Mahanthappa's inspirations.

Gregory Porter In Concert20181006A concert from one of the biggest names in jazz of recent years, vocalist Gregory Porter. Recorded at this year's Montreux Jazz Festival, Porter performs tracks from his Grammy-winning back catalogue and recent tribute to Nat King Cole, showcasing his rich baritone and skill as a storyteller.

Also in the programme, American trumpeter Keyon Harrold shares a selection of tracks that have inspired him and shaped his sound. Known for his portrayal of Miles Davis on the soundtrack to Don Cheadle's blockbuster Miles Ahead, Harrold has been winning widespread acclaim for his latest album, The Mugician, and for his powerful political live shows.

Plus presenter Julian Joseph plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Gretchen Parlato's Inspirations2022121020230624 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre hears from internationally renowned jazz vocalist Gretchen Parlato. Over the past decade, Gretchen has worked with the likes of Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Kenny Barron, Esperanza Spalding, Terence Blanchard, and is also a formidable bandleader in her own right. Here she shares some of the music that has inspired her, drawing from contemporary singers and vocal legends, including the great Nancy Wilson.

Also in the programme, live music from saxophonist and bandleader Jasmine Myra. Recorded at J to Z's spiritual jazz showcase at the London Jazz Festival, Jasmine's set features compositions from her beautiful debut album Horizons and some brand new music.

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Jazz singer Gretchen Parlato shares her inspirations. Plus live music from Jasmine Myra.

Gwilym Simcock In Session20190608Julian Joseph presents UK pianist Gwilym Simcock in session, playing solo pieces from his new album, 'Near and Now' alongside music from the great trumpeter, Kenny Wheeler.

Plus, percussionist Sarathy Korwar shares the music that has inspired his own musical journey - from hearing the great American pianist, Horace Silver's music as a teenager in India, to the influence of US drummer Jaimeo Brown.

Julian Joseph presents a solo session from UK pianist Gwilym Simcock.

Hackney Colliery Band In Concert20200725Jumok退 Fashola presents more highlights from an explosive set by the Hackney Colliery Band recorded for J to Z back in December. The London-based band set out ten years ago to reinvent brass band tradition and feature a genre-bending combination of brass, reeds, percussion and electronics. They're renowned for their high-energy live shows.

Also in the programme, trumpeter Jay Phelps shares some of the music that inspires him. Born in Canada, Phelps moved to London in 1999 and has since become a linchpin of the UK scene. He's worked with greats on both sides of the Atlantic, among them Wynton Marsalis, George Benson and John Dankworth.

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Live music from the brass mavericks, plus trumpeter Jay Phelps shares his inspirations.

Harold L\u00f3pez-nussa's Inspirations20230805Your gateway to the best in jazz - past, present and future. Jumok退 Fashola presents an interview with Cuban piano virtuoso Harold L pez-Nussa who shares some of the music that inspires him ahead of the release of his brand new album, Timba a la Americana, his debut for the prestigious Blue Note label.

Elsewhere, Jumok退 plays live music from Liverpool vocalist Ni Maxine recorded at the recent Manchester Jazz Festival, jazz classics and more of the best new releases.

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Cuban jazz piano virtuoso Harold L\u00f3pez-Nussa on the music that inspires him.

Hexagonal In Session2019012620190803 (R3)UK sextet Hexagonal perform music dedicated to legendary pianist/composers McCoy Tyner and Bheki Mseleku, live in the J to Z studio. The band have a personal connection to both greats. Saxophonist Jason Yarde worked with McCoy Tyner, while pianist John Donaldson and bassist Simon Thorpe toured with Mseleku, a key figure on the South African scene, towards the end of his life.

Also in the programme, the second part of an interview with bass guitar icon Marcus Miller who reflects on some of the tracks that have inspired him throughout his career, including music by Weather Report and Herbie Hancock. And presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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A tribute to pianists McCoy Tyner and Bheki Mseleku. Plus Marcus Miller's inspirations.

Highlights From Biggest Weekend Festival20180602A weekly programme celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. Kevin Le Gendre presents highlights from BBC Music's Biggest Weekend festival where acts include Manchester-based piano trio GoGo Penguin, The Scottish National Jazz Orchestra and Jamie Cullum.

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Celebrating the best in jazz. With highlights from BBC Music's Biggest Weekend festival.

Highlights Of 202020201219Kevin Le Gendre presents jazz highlights of 2020, with a selection of standout releases and memorable session tracks from across the year. Also in the programme, guitarist Mary Halvorson shares some of the music that inspires her. Halvorson is the holder of the 2019 MacArthur 'Genius' Grant and her own latest album, Artlessly Falling, certainly ranks among the most interesting of the year. Her influences include sonic mavericks from the jazz world and beyond.

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Standout albums, memorable session tracks and Mary Halvorson's inspirations.

Hiromi2021100220220402 (R3)Julian Joseph presents an interview with Japanese piano star Hiromi who shares some of the music that inspires her, including the Oscar Peterson track that introduced her to the joy of swing and a musical `rollercoaster ride` by Frank Zappa that informed her own playful approach to the piano.

Also in the programme, Julian has concert highlights from bassist Henri Texier, a grandee of the French jazz scene, plus jazz classics and the best new releases.

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Pianist Hiromi shares her jazz influences. Plus live music from bassist Henri Texier.

Hiromi In Concert2023120220240224 (R3)Extended highlights from Hiromi's dazzling solo piano set at the London Jazz Festival.
Iiro Rantala Trio In Concert20191005Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from Finnish pianist Iiro Rantala and his top-flight trio, featuring bassist Dan Berglund (formerly of E.S.T.) and Phronesis drummer Anton Eger. Rantala is one of the most celebrated pianists in Europe today, known for his formidable technique and quirky sense of humour.

Also in the programme, up-and-coming London based keys-player Joe Armon-Jones shares tracks that inspire him and digs into influences from jazz to hip hop to reggae.

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Live music from Finnish pianist Iiro Rantala. Plus Joe Armon-Jones' inspirations.

Immanuel Wilkins's Inspirations2023012120240106 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre hears from innovative American jazz saxophonist and composer Immanuel Wilkins. Wilkins studied at Julliard school and has since performed with the likes of Wynton Marsalis, Jason Moran, Gretchen Parlato and more. His new sophomore album ‘The 7th Hand' has been internationally celebrated, and marks his second release for the legendary Blue Note. Here he shares some of the music that has influenced him, including a track that showcases John Coltrane's later experimental and evermore transcendental years.

Also in the programme, we hear concert highlights from the New Regency Orchestra, recorded at last summer's We Out Here festival. The brainchild of Total Refreshment Centre's Lex Blondin, the New Regency Orchestra is a 20-piece big band that offers Afro-Cuban inspired music, with a London flavour. Their residency at EartH in Hackney brings fiery grooves and musical experimentation.

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Immanuel Wilkins's inspirations, plus concert highlights from New Regency Orchestra.

Kevin Le Gendre hears from innovative American jazz saxophonist and composer Immanuel Wilkins. Wilkins studied at Julliard school and has since performed with the likes of Wynton Marsalis, Jason Moran, Gretchen Parlato and more. His new sophomore album ‘The 7th Hand' has been internationally celebrated, and marks his second release for the legendary Blue Note. Here he shares some of the music that has influenced him, including a track that showcases John Coltrane's later experimental and evermore transcendental years.

American jazz saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins shares his inspirations, plus concert highlights from Afro-Cuban-inspired big band New Regency Orchestra.

In Tribute To Chick Corea20210227Julian Joseph presents a tribute to one of the all-time greats of jazz piano, Chick Corea, who has died at the age of 79.

Julian shares his memories of Chick and reflects on his impact on the jazz world, selecting recordings that chart the evolution of his sound - from his early work with Stan Getz and his fusion experiments with Miles Davis to seminal trio records and lesser-known collaborations.

We also hear from Chick Corea himself, as he reveals some of the music that inspired him and shaped his sound, in an interview recorded for J to Z in 2018.

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Julian Joseph celebrates one of the all-time greats of jazz piano, the late Chick Corea.

International Women's Day Special20200307Jumok退 Fashola presents an International Women's Day Special, celebrating women in jazz. She's joined in session by vocalist and violinist Alice Zawadzki, whose spellbinding latest album, Within You Is a World of Spring, weaves in influences from folk, alt-rock and beyond.

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Vocalist and violinist Alice Zawadzki in session.

International Women's Day Special2023030420240309 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola is joined by drummer on the rise and Berklee College of Music alumna Jas Kayser for a special live session, in early celebration of International Women's Day. A leading light in the UK jazz world and beyond, Jas has worked with the likes of Nubya Garcia, Ashley Henry and Alfa Mist, as well as showcasing her talents as a bandleader. For this J to Z session, Jas brings together an exciting band of friends who are also paving their way as formidable musicians. They will be sharing music by artists that have inspired Jas in her journey so far.

Also in the programme, we hear from internationally beloved bassist, rapper and singer-songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello. Her music is widely celebrated for its innovation, poetry and vulnerability as she blends jazz, R&B, hip-hop, rock and explores topics such as race, sexuality and her personal challenges. She has worked with the likes of Pat Metheny, Robert Glasper, Terri Lyne Carrington and Marcus Strickland. Here she shares some of the music that has inspired her and the artistry behind these tracks.

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Drummer Jas Kayser and friends, live in session, plus Meshell Ndegeocello's inspirations.

Jumoké Fashola is joined by drummer on the rise and Berklee College of Music alumna Jas Kayser for a special live session, in early celebration of International Women's Day. A leading light in the UK jazz world and beyond, Jas has worked with the likes of Nubya Garcia, Ashley Henry and Alfa Mist, as well as showcasing her talents as a bandleader. For this J to Z session, Jas brings together an exciting band of friends who are also paving their way as formidable musicians. They will be sharing music by artists that have inspired Jas in her journey so far.

Drummer Jas Kayser and friends, live in session, for J to Z's International Women's Day Special, plus pioneering bassist and singer-songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello's inspirations.

Isfar Sarabski In Concert, Melissa Aldana20220521Julian Joseph presents concert highlights from Azerbaijani piano virtuoso Isfar Sarabski and his quartet. And Chilean saxophonist Melissa Aldana, one of the most original players of her generation, shares some of the music that inspires her - including John Coltrane's swinging, yet still transcendental, song ‘Liberia'.

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Live music from pianist Isfar Sarabski, plus saxophonist Melissa Aldana's inspirations.

Issie Barratt's Interchange Live In Leeds20220618Jumok退 Fashola presents a special edition of J to Z from the Howard Assembly Room in Leeds as part of the inaugural Leeds Jazz Festival, with live music from internationally celebrated baritone saxophonist Issie Barratt's ensemble, INTERCHANGE. An all-female group, the band brings together some of the UK's leading instrumentalists and composers. Their current line-up includes award-winning pianist Zoe Rahman, N退rjia's Rosie Turton on trombone and Caroline Boaden (Art Farmer) on drums. Here they play music from their critically acclaimed debut album Donna's Secret.

Elsewhere in the programme Jumok退 shares music from some of the most exciting acts on the Leeds jazz scene and a classic track by an inspiring Leeds-born bandleader from the 1940s.

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~J To Z special with live music from Issie Barratt's INTERCHANGE.

It Must Schwing: Blue Note Tribute Concert20191130Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from an evening in tribute to Blue Note record label founders Alfred Lion and Francis Wolf - the men behind one of the most influential labels in music history. Specially curated for the evening by the founder of the ACT record label, Siggi Loch, the group will be playing classic material from the pioneering label's golden era and feature a guest appearance from a true great of hard bop - saxophonist Benny Golson.

Also in the programme, hard-swinging organist Joey DeFrancesco, shares a collection of tracks that have inspired him throughout his career. DeFrancesco was mentored by organ legend Jimmy Smith and has worked with everyone from Miles Davis to Ray Charles, so he has plenty of stories to tell.

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A concert in tribute to Blue Note record label founders Alfred Lion and Francis Wolff.

Jaimie Branch20220924Kevin Le Gendre pays tribute to trumpeter and composer Jaimie Branch, a much loved innovator who has died aged 39. He shares an inspiring interview Jaimie recorded for J to Z back in 2019 in which she discusses her influences and her philosophy on music.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from Chicago percussionist and spiritual jazz icon Kahil El'Zabar recorded at this year's We Out Here festival.

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A tribute to trumpeter Jaimie Branch. Plus concert highlights from Kahil El'Zabar.

James Francies's Inspirations20230204Julian Joseph presents an interview with US piano virtuoso James Francies. Though still in his twenties, Francies has released two acclaimed albums for Blue Note Records and worked with leading figures from the jazz world and beyond, including Pat Metheny, Jeff `Tain` Watts, Childish Gambino and The Roots. Here he digs into some formative influences, including a technically astonishing piece by a past piano master - Art Tatum.

Also in the programme, a gutsy, groove-driven set from up-and-coming saxophonist and BBC Young Jazz Musician finalist Emma Rawicz, recorded for J to Z at the London Jazz Festival.

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US piano virtuoso James Francies on his inspirations, plus live music from Emma Rawicz.

Japanese Jazz Focus With Miho Hazama2023091620240120 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola celebrates Japan's rich and expansive jazz scene, playing classic tracks and creative new releases by some of the country's jazz pioneers.

Later on she's joined by one of the most exciting voices in contemporary jazz big band, the Grammy-nominated composer and conductor Miho Hazama who shares some of the music that has inspired her work, following the release of her latest album Beyond Orbits. Miho reflects on her childhood in Japan, playing music by a Japanese piano great with a sublime touch, and a composition by her mentor, Maria Schneider, that's full of surprises.

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Jumoke Fashola celebrates Japan's rich jazz scene with special guest Miho Hazama.

Jumoké Fashola celebrates Japan's rich and expansive jazz scene, playing classic tracks and creative new releases by some of the country's jazz pioneers.

Your gateway to the best in jazz past, present and future. Jumoké Fashola celebrates Japan's rich jazz scene with special guest composer and big band leader Miho Hazama.

Jason Moran In Concert20201010Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from American piano star Jason Moran, a wide-ranging solo set comprising trad jazz classics and bold original compositions. Moran is artistic director for jazz at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and is known for his creative reinventions of the music of Fats Waller, Thelonious Monk and James Reese Europe's Harlem Hellfighters, among others.

Also in the programme, British pianist Greg Foat shares some of the music that inspires him, reflecting on the genius of Ahmad Jamal and UK great Gordon Beck whose music Foat still learns from 25 years after he first discovered it.

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Live music from pianist Jason Moran, plus Greg Foat's inspirations.

Jason Moran's Harlem Hellfighters In Concert, Theo Croker20210213Kevin Le Gendre presents highlights of a live recording of pianist Jason Moran's Harlem Hellfighters, a special project celebrating the music and the legacy of pioneering African-American composer and bandleader James Reese Europe. Europe and the men of the 93rd Division's 369th Infantry Regiment, nicknamed the Harlem Hellfighters, fought and played through France in 1918, at the close of the First World War. Their music was a huge hit and kickstarted the country's love affair with jazz. Moran's tribute draws on James Reese Europe's wartime compositions and reworks them in creative style.

Also in the programme, rising star trumpeter and producer Theo Croker shares some of the music that inspires him, including trance inducing Afrobeat and a Dizzy Gillespie classic.

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Jason Moran's Harlem Hellfighters in concert, and trumpeter Theo Croker's inspirations.

Jason Rebello And Tim Garland In Concert20210515Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from two of the UK's finest players as saxophonist Tim Garland and pianist Jason Rebello perform material in tribute to the late piano great Chick Corea. The pair have a longstanding musical association while Garland has first-hand experience of playing with Corea having been a long-term member of his Origin band. Highlights of the set are taken from this year's online only Cheltenham Jazz Festival.

Plus, tuba player Theon Cross shares his musical inspirations. London-based Cross is a member of Shabaka Hutchings's Sons of Kemet band and has recently been branching out with a new solo project of his own.

Two of the UK's finest players perform material in tribute to the late Chick Corea.

Jason Vieaux Home Session20210313Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from Grammy award-winning classical guitarist Jason Vieaux, recorded at his home. Noted for his precise yet soulful tone, Vieaux has gained international recognition as a soloist, chamber musician and composer. Here he plays music from jazz guitar legend Pat Metheny's upcoming album Road to the Sun .

Also in the programme, Pat Metheny himself reflects on some of the music that inspires him. Metheny has made an indelible mark on the global stage, celebrated for his improvisational ingenuity, intense musicality and genre spanning compositions. As well as leading his own projects, Metheny has played with jazz heavy-weights such as Ornette Coleman, Charlie Haden, and Herbie Hancock,

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Live music from classical guitarist Jason Vieaux, plus Pat Metheny's inspirations.

Jay Phelps In Concert20180414A new weekly show celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future.

Your gateway to new sounds with classic recordings and exclusive sessions.

This week Julian Joseph presents trumpeter Jay Phelps in concert with his quartet. Born in Vancouver, Phelps moved to London in his late teens and joined Tomorrow's Warriors before going on to be a founding member of Empirical. In this concert he plays music from his new album 'Free As The Birds', composed following two years of travelling the world. Alongside Jay are Rick Simpson on piano, Ferg Ireland on bass and Will Glaser on drums.

Celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. Featuring Jay Phelps in concert.

Jazz For Meditation20230520Jumok退 Fashola presents a special edition of J to Z for Mental Health Awareness Week, full of meditative grooves, uplifting melodies and soothing sounds. She's joined by UK vocal star NAO, host of Radio 3's Music & Meditation podcast, who shares some restorative tracks of her own.

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Uplifting melodies and soothing sounds with special guest NAO.

Jazz For The Struggle20200620Julian Joseph presents an episode of J to Z dedicated to victims of racism and all those campaigning for racial equality around the world.

Over the course of the programme, Julian plays a range of musical responses to racism and hears from the musicians who wrote them, among them drummer Terri Lyne Carrington, trumpeter Byron Wallen and flautist Nicole Mitchell. As part of an exclusive home session for J to Z, harpist Brandee Younger and bassist Dezron Douglas perform a powerful tribute to the victims of police killings, and British saxophonist Cassie Kinoshi, leader of the Mercury-nominated Seed Ensemble, shares a collection of tracks to lift the spirits of black communities around the world.

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Dedicated to victims of racism and all those fighting for racial equality around the world

Jazz Kerouac2022072320240323 (R3)Jumoké Fashola marks the centenary of jazz poet and 'King of the Beats' Jack Kerouac with a musical journey through his landmark novel On the Road and later works of poetry. From Billie Holiday to Charlie Parker and Lionel Hampton to Slim Gaillard, Kerouac had a magical way of bringing the records, the clubs and the performances he witnessed to life, while incorporating the rhythms, the freedom and the energy of jazz into his writing. Travelling back to the 1950s, Jumoké plays music by the artists who inspired and enthralled him, unearthing some of Kerouac's own collaborations with jazz musicians as well as tributes from the greats.

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Celebrating jazz poet Jack Kerouac's centenary with the music of On the Road.

The best in jazz past, present and future.

Jumoké Fashola marks the centenary of jazz poet and 'King of the Beats' Jack Kerouac with a musical journey through his landmark novel On the Road.

Jazz Kerouac20220723Jumok退 Fashola marks the centenary of jazz poet and 'King of the Beats' Jack Kerouac with a musical journey through his landmark novel On the Road and later works of poetry. From Billie Holiday to Charlie Parker and Lionel Hampton to Slim Gaillard, Kerouac had a magical way of bringing the records, the clubs and the performances he witnessed to life, while incorporating the rhythms, the freedom and the energy of jazz into his writing. Travelling back to the 1950s, Jumok退 plays music by the artists who inspired and enthralled him, unearthing some of Kerouac's own collaborations with jazz musicians as well as tributes from the greats.

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Celebrating jazz poet Jack Kerouac's centenary with the music of On the Road.

Jazz Re:fest Highlights20210814Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from Jazz Re:Fest 2021, an online festival run by forward-thinking UK promoter and record label Jazz re:freshed. Highlights include saxophonist Denys Baptiste, the vibrant Afro-Latin sound of musical `sisterhood` Colectiva, and the fast-rising Balimaya Project, a 16-piece band blending jazz horns with the percussion-heavy grooves of Mali and Senegal.

Elsewhere in the programme, UK sax great John Surman shares some of the music that inspires him and Jumok退 plays tracks from harpist Brandee Younger and a new reissue series reviving classic British jazz albums.

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Live music from Jazz Re:Fest. Plus UK sax great John Surman's inspirations.

Jazzmeia Horn In Concert, Brandee Younger2021090420220212 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from one of the most exciting vocalists on the scene, Jazzmeia Horn, recorded at SFJazz Centre in San Francisco. Horn won the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Competition in 2015 and has been compared to greats such as Betty Carter and Sarah Vaughan. Backed by her quartet, she performs imaginative takes on standards.

Also in the programme, harpist Brandee Younger shares some of the music that inspires her, including tracks by her heroes Dorothy Ashby and Alice Coltrane. And Jumok退 plays a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases.

This programme was first broadcast last September.

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Live music from vocalist Jazzmeia Horn. Plus harpist Brandee Younger's jazz inspirations.

Jean Toussaint Allstar 6tet In Session2018063020190323 (R3)A weekly programme celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. With a session from Jean Toussaint Allstar 6tet.

A former member of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers, the saxophonist moved to London over 30 years ago where he has been a key player on the UK jazz scene ever since. He'll be performing tracks from his new album Brother Raymond.

Plus, Bahraini-British trumpeter Yazz Ahmed shares some of the musical influences which have inspired her own music making including her trumpet idol Kenny Wheeler and the oud sounds of the Middle East.

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The Jean Toussaint Allstar 6tet in session.

John Mclaughlin, Plus Joey Alexander In Concert20211030Jumok退 Fashola presents a rare interview with British guitarist John McLaughlin who shares some of the music that inspires him and shapes his own boundary-breaking approach. McLaughlin regularly features on lists of the world's greatest guitarists and is recognised as a pioneer of jazz fusion, blending jazz with genres such as flamenco, rock, blues and classical music. Over the course of his career he has played with everyone from Jimi Hendrix and the Rolling Stones to Tony Williams, Wayne Shorter and Miles Davis (he famously has a song named after him on Davis' Bitches Brew).

Also in the programme, live music from Indonesian pianist Joey Alexander, recorded in Baltimore with his trio. Alexander released his debut album when he was just 11 years old and has since worked with Wynton Marsalis, Esperanza Spalding and Chris Potter. Here he plays music from his soulful latest album, Warna.

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The guitar great shares his jazz inspirations. Plus live music from Joey Alexander.

John Scofield2020102420210619 (R3)Julian Joseph presents an interview with guitar great John Scofield, who shares some of the music that has influenced and inspired him along with stories from his life in jazz. Over the course of his 50-year career, Scofield has worked with some of the biggest names in music. He made his recording debut with Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan and went on to play with Charles Mingus and Miles Davis before leading many projects of his own and carving out a signature sound influenced by blues and rock as well as mainstream jazz tradition.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from clarinettist Anat Cohen and Trio Brasileiro, whose recent Grammy-nominated collaboration explores the traditional choro music of Brazil.

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The guitar great shares his musical inspirations. Plus Anat Cohen and Trio Brasileiro.

John Scofield And Dave Holland In Concert20220709Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from two giants in jazz, guitarist John Scofield and bassist Dave Holland, in concert at Tampere Jazz Happening 2021. Over their decade spanning careers, John Scofield and Dave Holland have recorded with the cr退me de la cr退me of the jazz world including Herbie Hancock, Joe Henderson, Roy Haynes and, most famously, Miles Davis (although at different times). As well as offering their impeccable rhythm and lyricism to countless jazz ensembles, they have also made their name as formidable band leaders and pioneers of their instruments. Performing as a duo, their Tampere Jazz Happening set offers an intimate mixture of their own compositions and timeless jazz standards.

Also in the programme, we hear from London-based, Berklee-trained rising star drummer Jas Kayser. Mentored by the likes of Terri Lyne Carrington, Danilo Perez and Ralph Peterson, Jas has since become one of the on-call drummers of the London jazz world and beyond, playing with the likes of Nubya Garcia, Alfa Mist, Ashley Henry, Kansas Smittys and Jorja Smith. She won Jazz FM's Breakthrough Act of 2021 and has recently released her debut album ‘Jas 5ive' on jazz re:freshed. Here Jas shares some of the music that has inspired her, including a dream-like, groove driven track by West African duo the Cavemen.

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John Scofield and Dave Holland in concert, plus Jas Kayser's inspirations.

John Scofield In Concert20200822Jumok退 Fashola presents a concert from the topflight Danish Radio Big Band with special guest John Scofield. Over the course of his 50-year career, Scofield has worked with many of the biggest names in jazz. He made his recording debut with Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan and went on to work with Charles Mingus and Miles Davis, carving out a signature sound influenced by blues and rock as well as mainstream jazz tradition. Backed by the DR Big Band he performs some large-scale arrangements of his tunes, full of bluesy melodies and explosive solos.

Also in the programme, Anglo-Polish vocalist and violinist Alice Zawadzki shares some of the music that inspires her, including pieces by Bartok and much-loved South African trumpeter Hugh Masekela.

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Live music from guitar great John Scofield. Plus Alice Zawadzki's inspirations.

Jonny Mansfield's Elftet In Session20190629Kevin Le Gendre presents vibraphonist Jonny Mansfield's Elftet live in session. Bringing their intricate, groove driven sounds to the studio, the 11-piece ensemble share music from their new, self-titled debut release. UK saxophonist Nathaniel Facey - who plays with the celebrated quartet Empirical - shares music from some of his favourite classic and contemporary jazz artists.

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Kevin Le Gendre presents Jonny Mansfield's Elftet live in session.

Josephine Davies In Session2019042720190817 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents UK saxophonist Josephine Davies in session playing music from her Satori project - a sax/bass/drums trio which combines freedom of expression with her interests in Japanese philosophy and traditional folk music.

Plus, fellow saxophonist Trish Clowes shares some of her musical influences including pieces from pianist Geri Allen and vocal great Ella Fitzgerald.

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Jumoke Fashola presents saxophonist Josephine Davies in session with her Satori project.

Kamasi Washington20180623A weekly programme celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future.

Jumok退 Fashola presents a concert from young Norwegian saxophonist Harald Lassen. Plus, American tenor sax player Kamasi Washington shares some of the musical moments that have influenced the making of his new album, Heaven and Earth, from Coltrane to the hip hop producers of LA.

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The best in jazz - past, present and future. With saxophonist Harald Lassen in concert.

Kenny Barron In Session2020032820201121 (R3)Julian Joseph presents an exclusive session with piano great Kenny Barron from the BBC's Maida Vale Studios. Barron is one of the most influential and respected pianists of recent times. His back-catalogue stretches back to the 1950s and includes work with Dizzy Gillespie, Stan Getz and Yusef Lateef.

Also in the programme, UK trumpeter Nick Walters shares some of the music that inspires and influences him. Known for his work with the Beats & Pieces Big Band and Tenderlonious, Walters is making a name as an exciting soloist.

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Piano great Kenny Barron performs an exclusive studio session for J to Z.

Kit Downes And Ruth Goller Home Session20200425For the first in a new series of J to Z Home Sessions, Julian Joseph presents a collaboration from pianist Kit Downes and bassist Ruth Goller, recorded in their front room. Kit Downes is one of the UK's most highly regarded young pianists, now recording for the prestigious label ECM, while Goller is known for her work with progressive UK groups Vula Viel and Melt Yourself Down. Together they perform two lyrical compositions and Downes also shares a remote collaboration he's been working on that features bassist Petter Eldh and Scottish fiddler Aidan O'Rourke.

Also in the programme, Danish bassist Jasper Høiby, one third of acclaimed group Phronesis, shares much loved music from his bass heroes, among them Jaco Pastorius and Avishai Cohen.

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An exclusive home session from the piano and bass duo, plus Jasper H\u00f8iby's inspirations.

Kurt Elling In Concert20190504Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from one of the great contemporary jazz vocalists, Kurt Elling. Known for his soaring baritone and minimalist style, Elling's sound is instantly recognisable as his own. His work takes inspiration from the likes of the 13th-century poet Rumi as well as songwriters from across genres such as Bob Dylan and Paul Simon. The concert was recorded in Chicago in 2018 and features material from his latest album The Questions.

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Lakecia Benjamin Home Session20200502Kevin Le Gendre presents an exclusive solo session from altoist Lakecia Benjamin, recorded at her home in New York City. A respected artist across genres, Benjamin has played with hip hop and soul acts such as Missy Elliot and Alicia Keys and with jazz mainstays such as Gregory Porter and David Murray. Her latest album, Pursuance: The Coltranes, is an imaginative reworking of the music of Alice and John Coltrane with an all-star intergenerational line-up of guests.

Also in the programme, Benjamin shares music that has inspired her work to date, including a piece by Charles Mingus that demonstrates his genius for orchestration and a passionate, hard-swinging track from one her mentors, trumpeter Clark Terry.

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Saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin performs in session and shares her musical inspirations.

Lakecia Benjamin In Concert20220604Concert highlights from fast-rising saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin. Mentored by jazz greats, including Clark Terry and Gary Bartz, Lakecia has gone on to become a formidable musician and bandleader. This live set draws from her 2020 album ‘Pursuance: The Coltranes', which paid homage to Alice and John Coltrane, reimagining their compositions and retaining the spirituality of the music while offering Lakecia's own take. The album featured a host of guest stars, including Ron Carter, Meshell Ndegeocello and Dee Dee Bridgewater.

Also in the programme, US drummer Kendrick Scott shares some of the music that inspires and influences him. A key figure on the scene, Scott leads his own group, Oracle, plays with the all star SFJazz Collective and is the first call drummer for saxophone great Charles Lloyd, among many others. Here he selects some of the music that has shaped his sound, including a musical conversation between one of the most iconic bass and drum teams in jazz.

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Concert highlights from saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin. Plus Kendrick Scott's inspirations.

Lakecia Benjamin In Concert2023052720231007 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from dynamic alto saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin, playing music from her acclaimed new album, Phoenix, live at the Jazz Cafe in London.

Also in the programme we hear from keys-player Surya Botofasina, an exciting new voice on the spiritual jazz scene who shares some of the music that inspires him, along with stories of his time growing up on Alice Coltrane's ashram.

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Live music from dynamic saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin and Surya Botofasina's inspirations.

Lars Danielsson In Concert, Marquis Hill20220319Live music from Swedish bassist Lars Danielsson and trumpeter Marquis Hill's inspirations.
Late20231110~J To Z returns to Pizza Express Live for the opening night launch party of the EFG London Jazz Festival. Hosted by Jumok退 Fashola, and featuring Radio 1Xtra's Casskid, expect another stellar lineup drawn from across the spectrum of jazz, broadcast live. On the bill: rising star pianist Sultan Stevenson, plus top secret names including a New Orleans legend.

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Live from the London Jazz Festival 2023.

Jumoké Fashola presents J to Z's annual London Jazz Festival launch party from Pizza Express jazz club in Holborn with live sets from New Orleans legend Big Chief Donald Harrison performing with special guests the Headhunters (one of the great groups in the history of jazz fusion), rising star pianist Sultan Stevenson, in demand trumpeter Poppy Daniels, and soulful vocalist Cherise presented by 1Xtra's CassKidd.

Sets from Donald Harrison & The Headhunters, Sultan Stevenson, Poppy Daniels and Cherise.

Live sets from Donald Harrison & The Headhunters, Sultan Stevenson, Poppy Daniels and Cherise.

Late... Live From The London Jazz Festival20191115Jumok退 Fashola presents a special live edition of J to Z from the opening night of the London Jazz Festival.

Topping the bill is American saxophone great Gary Bartz, who cut his teeth playing with the likes of Charles Mingus, Miles Davis and Art Blakey, and went on to become a leading figure on the jazz fusion scene in the 1970s.

He'll be joined by some of the most exciting new generation acts on this year's festival bill. Opening the show is Etuk Ubong, a Nigerian trumpeter who blends jazz tradition with the infectious grooves of Afrobeat and Highlife. Rising star vocalist Madison McFerrin performs an engrossing solo set, showcasing her innovative approach to acapella; and trombonist Rosie Turton, an emerging UK talent and a member of talked-about collective N退rija, plays music from her soulful, energetic debut, Rosie's 5ive.

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Live performances from Gary Bartz, Madison McFerrin, Etuk Ubong and Rosie Turton.

Late... Live From The London Jazz Festival20201113Jumok退 Fashola and Kevin Le Gendre present a late-night edition of J to Z to launch the London Jazz Festival, with live performances from London kings of swing Kansas Smitty's. Plus, the band are joined by special guest saxophonist Camilla George, pianist Kit Downes, drummer Jas Kayser and vocalist Jalen N'Gonda.

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A late-night edition of J to Z with live music from Kansas Smitty's and special guests.

Laura Jurd And Elliot Galvin Home Session20200516Julian Joseph presents a home session from trumpeter Laura Jurd and pianist Elliot Galvin.
Lewis Wright And Kit Downes In Session20180526A weekly show celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. Julian Joseph presents vibraphonist Lewis Wright and pianist Kit Downes in session as a duo playing music from Lewis's new Duets album.

Plus, bassist Linda May Han Oh shares some of the musical moments that have influenced her own playing over the years.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman.

Celebrating the best in jazz. Featuring Lewis Wright and Kit Downes in session as a duo.

Light In The Darkness Special20201226As part of Radio 3's Light in the Darkness season, Jumok退 Fashola presents a special edition of J to Z full of warmth and winter light. She's joined by singer Elina Duni and guitarist Rob Luft who perform an evocative home session drawn from their new album Lost Ships. Danish bassist Jasper Høiby, of acclaimed trio Phronesis, shares some pieces from his collection - music that fires his imagination and brings him comfort in the winter months. And Jumok退 explores the theme of winter light with classics by Gerry Mulligan, Carmen McRae and more.

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Live music from singer Elina Duni and guitarist Rob Luft and a guest mix from Jasper H\u00f8iby

Linda May Han Oh In Concert20191019Julian Joseph presents live music from bassist Linda May Han Oh. In recent years, Oh has become one of the most in-demand bassists on the New York scene, working with the likes of Joe Lovano, Terri Lyne Carrington and Pat Metheny. Her own group features pianist Fabian Almazan, saxophonist Greg Ward and drummer Rudy Royston. Together they perform music from Oh's latest album, Aventurine.

Also in the programme, Cuban trumpeter Yelfris Valdes digs into his influences and inspirations, sharing tracks by trumpet greats Wynton Marsalis and Donald Byrd.

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Live music from the in-demand bassist and her group. Plus Yelfris Valdes' inspirations.

Lionel Loueke In Concert20230408Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from jazz fusion guitarist Lionel Loueke performing with Germany's WDR Big Band. Described by his mentor Herbie Hancock as 'a musical painter', Loueke has a style of his own, informed by a deep knowledge of African music and his roots in Benin.

Also in the programme, we hear from award-winning pianist, composer and educator Nikki Iles, a key figure in the UK jazz scene, who shares some of the music that inspires her.

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Live music from jazz fusion guitarist Lionel Loueke, and Nikki Iles' musical inspirations.

Lionel Loueke In Session20210123Jumok退 Fashola presents a home session from Benin-born guitarist and vocalist Lionel Loueke with music in tribute to his long-time mentor Herbie Hancock whose compositions feature on Lionel's latest album HH.

Also in the programme, tenor player James Brandon Lewis, a rising star on the US scene, shares some of the music that inspires him, including a sublime duet between Archie Shepp and Dollar Brand that's drenched in the blues.

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Guitarist Lionel Loueke plays a home session. James Brandon Lewis shares his inspirations.

Live From Our Living Rooms, Highlights20200606Kevin Le Genre presents highlights from lockdown streaming festival Live From Our Living Rooms, featuring some of the biggest names in contemporary jazz. Kevin's selections include a fiery duo set from pianist Fabian Almazan and bassist Linda May Han Oh, a poignant rendition of New York State Of Mind by drummer Antonio Sanchez and vocalist Thana Alexa and an intimate solo performance from guitar great Bill Frisell.

Also in the programme, revered trumpeter and composer Ambrose Akinmusire shares music that has inspired and influenced him, including a joyful track by his all-time favourite improviser, Sonny Rollins.

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Home concerts from Bill Frisell and more. Plus Ambrose Akinmusire's inspirations.

Live From The London Jazz Festival20211112Jumok退 Fashola presents a special live edition of J to Z from the opening night of the EFG London Jazz Festival, with sets from some of the most exciting young players on the bill.

Leading the line-up is American piano star Christian Sands and his trio. Since his emergence in the 2000s, Sands has become a key figure on the international circuit, known for his blistering energy and virtuosity. In his teens he was mentored by the late great Billy Taylor and he's since collaborated with Wynton Marsalis, Gregory Porter and Christian McBride, as the first-call pianist in McBride's own trio. Here he performs music from his latest album, Be Water.

Joining him on stage at Pizza Express jazz club in Holborn are three UK talents. Dynamic trumpeter Sheila Maurice-Grey AKA Ms Maurice opens the show with a groove-laden set. Best known for her work with KOKOROKO, N退rija and Little Simz, her contemporary London sound has echoes of 70s fusion with `a touch of West African sonic seasoning`. Gifted drummer, composer and producer Romarna Campbell proves she's one to watch with music that takes in both jazz and hip-hop influences. And the hugely talented London-based guitarist Ant Law brings his quintet to round off the evening.

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Exclusive sets from Christian Sands, Ms Maurice, Romarna Campbell and Ant Law

Live From The London Jazz Festival 202220221111~J To Z returns for their legendary late night party from the opening night of the London Jazz Festival, broadcast live on BBC Radio 3.

Joining Jumok退 Fashola on stage at Pizza Express jazz club in Holborn: vocalist Kurt Elling and his hard-grooving band SuperBlue featuring Charlie Hunter on guitar; Scottish pianist and Mercury nominee Fergus McCreadie; British Nigerian saxophonist Camilla George; and Cassie Kinoshi's latest band Brown Penny, who blend jazz with indie, electronica and metal.

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Live sets from Kurt Elling, Fergus McCreadie, Camilla George and Brown Penny.

London Jazz Festival Highlights20200208Kevin Le Gendre presents further highlights of music recorded on the J to Z stage at last year's London Jazz Festival including the festival's resident artist, drumming great Terri Lyne Carrington. German pianist and ECM recording artist Julia Hülsmann shares a lyrical set and rising star UK guitarist Rob Luft teams up with saxophonist Dave O'Higgins to tackle the music of John Coltrane.

Plus, Canadian trumpeter Ingrid Jensen shares some of the music that has inspired her musical journey including a piece from trumpet icon Kenny Wheeler.

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Further musical highlights from the J to Z stage at last year's London Jazz Festival.

London Jazz Festival Highlights20201114Julian Joseph presents a look ahead at some of this year's EFG London Jazz Festival highlights with exclusive live recordings from drummer Sarathy Korwar, bassist Linda May Han Oh, trombonist Rosie Turton, trumpeters Matthew Halsall and Emma-Jean Thackray, Manchester duo Skeltr and saxophonist Daniel Thorne.

Also in the programme, bassist Gary Crosby shares some of the music that inspires him. Crosby is the leader of the hugely influential Tomorrow's Warriors education programme, which has brought through many leading UK musicians, including Soweto Kinch, Shabaka Hutchings and Nubya Garcia.

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Julian Joseph presents music from Sarathy Korwar and more. Plus Gary Crosby's inspirations

London Jazz Festival Highlights2023111820240217 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents highlights from the J to Z Presents stage at the Barbican as part of the London Jazz Festival – including a dazzling solo piano performance by Japanese virtuoso Hiromi, propulsive grooves and serene ballads from drum great Mark Guiliana, an intimate duo set by vocalist on the rise Sofia Grant, and bold colours from pianist Zoe Rahman and her quintet.

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Live music from Hiromi, Mark Guiliana, Zoe Rahman and Sofia Grant.

Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from Hiromi, Mark Guiliana, Zoe Rahman and Sofia Grant.

Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from four festival stars.

London Jazz Festival Showcase20211120Live music from Nikki Yeoh, Chelsea Carmichael, Mark Kavuma and Myele Manzanza.
London Jazz Festival Special20181124A J to Z London Jazz Festival special, recorded live at the Royal Festival Hall's Clore Ballroom. Jumok退 Fashola presents sets from US flautist Jamie Baum and her globetrotting septet; pianist Ethan Iverson, formerly of the Bad Plus; UK sax great Tim Garland in duo with virtuoso bassist Yuri Goloubev; and young south London collective Steam Down, who mix high-energy grooves and fiery spoken word.

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Live sets from Jamie Baum, Tim Garland, Ethan Iverson and the Steam Down Collective.

London Jazz Festival Special20191123Kevin Le Genre presents four star acts from this year's London Jazz Festival bill, recorded live at the Royal Festival Hall's Clore Ballroom.

Terri Lyne Carrington was playing with Herbie Hancock and Pharoah Sanders when she was still in her early twenties and has since gone on to become one of the leading drummers and bandleaders of her generation. She performs music from her Grammy-winning album Money Jungle: Provocative in Blue.

Elsewhere, German pianist and ECM recording artist Julia Hülsmann plays a lyrical set; rising star UK guitarist Rob Luft teams up with saxophonist Dave O'Higgins to tackle the music of Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane; and Chicagoan multi-instrumentalist Angel Bat Dawid invites us to explore her extraordinary musical world.

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With Terri Lyne Carrington, Julia H\u00fclsmann, Angel Bat Dawid, Rob Luft and Dave O'Higgins.

Louis Armstrong20210703Julian Joseph pays tribute to trumpet king Louis Armstrong (affectionately known as Pops) on the 50th anniversary of his death, with classic recordings and lesser-known gems that showcase Armstrong's unique talent and enduring influence.

Also in the programme vocalist Lauren Kinsella, of UK group Snow Poet, shares some of the vocal innovators who have inspired her own highly creative approach, from Shirley Horn to Theo Bleckmann.

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Julian Joseph pays tribute to Pops. Plus Lauren Kinsella's inspirations.

Maisha In Session20180929Spiritual jazz outfit Maisha, one of London's most exciting young bands, perform music from their new album, which takes its cue from greats like saxophonist Pharoah Sanders as well as the infectious grooves of West Africa.

Also in the programme, pianist John Beasley - known for his work with trumpeter Freddie Hubbard and for his imaginative MONK'estra big band project - reveals his formative influences. And presenter Jumok退 Fashola plays a mix of classics and new releases - including an enchanting vocal duet by Betty Carter and Carmen McRae.

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One of London's most exciting young bands perform music from their new album.

Makaya Mccraven And Monty Alexander20190810Drummer Makaya McCraven performs live in concert with his group, Universal Beings. McCraven is one of the leading lights of the Chicago jazz scene, known for his meticulously crafted albums and freewheeling live shows that make audiences feel like they're listening to an intimate jam session. The lineup of Universal Beings is fluid. This incarnation includes harpist Brandee Younger, violinist Miguel Atwood-Ferguson and British saxophonist Soweto Kinch.

Also in the programme, Jamaican pianist Monty Alexander shares tracks that have influenced and inspired him - including a Jamaican mento classic and music by his childhood hero, Louis Armstrong. And presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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Drummer Makaya McCraven in concert plus pianist Monty Alexander's inspirations.

Mammal Hands In Concert20181020Celebrated Norwich trio Mammal Hands perform music from their latest album, Shadow Work. Featuring saxophonist Jordan Smart, pianist Nick Smart and drummer and percussionist Jesse Barrett, the group combine hypnotic grooves and ambient textures with influences from Indian classical music, European folk and minimalism.

Plus presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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Hypnotic grooves and ambient textures from celebrated UK trio Mammal Hands.

Manchester Jazz Festival Highlights20230617Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from this year's Manchester Jazz Festival recorded live for J to Z. Featuring music from Manchester trumpeter Nick Walters, vocalist on the rise Ni Maxine from Liverpool, and riotous Leeds ensemble Ferg's Imaginary Big Band, led by bassist and composer Fergus Quill. 

Also in the programme, we hear from innovative drummer Seb Rochford. A key player on the UK scene, Seb is known for founding the band Polar Bear as well as his work with Sons of Kemet, Pulled By Magnets and most recently for his collaboration with Kit Downes on a moving project titled 'A Short Diary Of Loss'. Here he shares some of the music that has inspired him, including a track by jazz great Thelonious Monk that shows off his lyrical mastery. 

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Ferg's Imaginary Big Band, Nick Walters and Ni Maxine. Plus, Seb Rochford's inspirations.

Marcus Miller20180714A weekly programme celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. Bass guitar icon Marcus Miller reminisces about his first day in the studio with Miles Davis and breaks down tracks that have inspired him over the years - including music from Stevie Wonder and the godfather of slap bass, Larry Graham.

Plus, celebrated Polish pianist Marcin Wasilewski in concert.

Presented by Kevin Le Gendre and produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

The best in jazz - past, present and future. With bassist Marcus Miller.

Maria Schneider20210306Jumok退 Fashola presents an interview with Grammy-winning composer and bandleader Maria Schneider, widely regarded as the greatest big band composer working today.

Speaking from her home in New York City, Schneider shares some of the music that set her on that path. She remembers the Aaron Copland piece that made a formative impression on her as a child and reveals what she learned from her two great mentors, Gil Evans and Bob Brookmeyer.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from Finnish pianist Iro Haarla, an ECM recording artist and an important figure on the Finnish scene since the 1970s. Backed by a new quartet, featuring veteran saxophonist Juhani Aaltonen, her latest compositions include fragile ballads and tempestuous, spiritual jazz epics.

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World-leading composer and bandleader Maria Schneider shares her inspirations.

Mark Guiliana And Makaya Mccraven20190202More highlights from a standout set by drummer Mark Guiliana and his jazz quartet, recorded live at Ronnie Scott's in London.

Mark Guiliana is one of the most sought-after drummers on the contemporary scene, with a signature style informed by the rhythms of electronica, R&B and hip hop as well as jazz. His long list of credits includes David Bowie's Blackstar and collaborations with piano great Brad Mehldau and singer Gretchen Parlato.

Also in the programme, Makaya McCraven, another innovative drummer and a linchpin of the Chicago jazz scene, shares tracks that have inspired him, including music by drumming icon Tony Williams and boundary-breaking jazz-rock fusion band The Mahavishnu Orchestra. Plus presenter Jumok退 Fashola plays a selection of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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Mark Guiliana live in concert and Makaya McCraven on his musical inspirations.

Mark Guiliana In Concert20181027Drummer of the moment Mark Guiliana and his jazz quartet recorded live at Ronnie Scott's in London.

Mark Guiliana is one of the most sought-after drummers on the contemporary scene, with a signature style informed by the rhythms of electronica, R&B and hip hop as well as the jazz. His long list of credits includes David Bowie's Blackstar and collaborations with piano great Brad Mehldau and singer Gretchen Parlato.

Also in the programme, rising star piano player and beatmaker Kiefer shares tracks that have inspired him shaped his sound. In the process, he offers insights into the underrated genius of pianist Mulgrew Miller and discusses the profound influence that hip hop producer J Dilla has had on the contemporary jazz scene.

Plus presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a selection of the best new releases and digs deep into British jazz history.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Drummer of the moment Mark Guiliana recorded live at Ronnie Scott's in London.

Mark Kavuma In Concert20190413Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from one of the leading young trumpeters in the UK, Mark Kavuma. Born in Uganda, based in London and mentored by saxophonist Jean Toussaint, Kavuma has already played with the likes of fellow trumpeter Wynton Marsalis and saxophone legend Wayne Shorter. His debut album was released in 2018 and he plays selections from it in this concert recorded at the monthly Jazz In The Round night in west London.

Plus, American sax great Kenny Garrett shares the music which has influenced his own celebrated music making.

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Concert highlights from trumpeter Mark Kavuma plus sax great Kenny Garrett's music picks.

Mark Kavuma In Concert, Nate Smith2021121820220219 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from dynamic trumpeter Mark Kavuma, a master of hard bop and a key part of the UK jazz community. Recorded live on the J to Z Presents stage at the London Jazz Festival 2021 with his band The Banger Factory, Mark performs tracks from his soulful latest album ‘Arashi No Ato', channelling the likes of Art Blakey and Lee Morgan.

Also in the programme, we hear from pioneering drummer Nate Smith. Celebrated for his innovative and eclectic style, Nate has worked with jazz greats including Pat Metheny, Dave Holland and John Patitucci. Here he shares some of his musical inspirations, including a spirited, genre-fusing track from one of Sting's live albums, featuring Branford Marsalis and Kenny Kirkland.

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Live jazz from trumpeter Mark Kavuma, plus drummer Nate Smith's inspirations.

Melissa Aldana In Concert2021082120211218 (R3)Julian Joseph presents live music from Chilean saxophonist Melissa Aldana and her quintet, recorded at SFJazz Center in San Francisco. In 2013 Aldana became the first female musician and the first South American to win the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. Since then she's won widespread acclaim for her fresh sound and imaginative soloing.

Also in the programme, leading French drummer Anne Paceo shares some of the music that inspires her and Julian plays a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases.

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Live music from Chilean jazz star Melissa Aldana. Plus drummer Anne Paceo's inspirations.

Mette Henriette Plus Ferg's Imaginary Big Band20230701Kevin Le Gendre hears from Sကmi-Norwegian saxophonist, composer and improviser Mette Henriette whose recent album, Drifting, earned rave reviews. Mette is internationally recognised for her creative compositions, written for her own groups and large-scale ensembles including the Oslo Philharmonic, the Arctic Philharmonic and the Trondheim Symphony Orchestra. Here she shares some of the music that has inspired her, including a masterclass in emotional expression by opera star Maria Callas, and a Miles Davis classic that taught her the value of getting lost, as well as the importance of trusting her instincts.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from Leeds ensemble Ferg's Imaginary Big Band, recorded live at Manchester Jazz Festival 2023. Led by composer Fergus Quill and taking inspiration from Sun Ra, Loose Tubes and others, the band play expansive, high-energy sets that are never the same twice.

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Saxophonist Mette Henriette's inspirations plus live music from Ferg's Imaginary Big Band.

Michael Janisch Band In Session2020021520210109 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from bassist Michael Janisch and his quintet, who perform music from their latest release, Worlds Collide. Named one of the best albums of 2019 by Jazzwise magazine, it's a work of contemporary fusion that features hard-hitting grooves and bold electronic textures. Janisch was born in Minnesota, but has become a key figure on the London jazz scene in recent years, both as a performer and as the founder of the record label Whirlwind Recordings, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

Also in the programme, US saxophone giant Joe Lovano discusses his musical inspirations, in particular some of the drummers who have influenced the way he plays. He reflects on some thrilling interaction between John Coltrane and Elvin Jones and pays tribute to Ornette Coleman's drummer Ed Blackwell.

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Live music from bassist Michael Janisch, plus Joe Lovano's inspirations.

Miguel Atwood-ferguson's Inspirations20231125Julian Joseph presents an interview with LA composer and string player Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, known for his brilliant orchestral reimagining of the music of hip-hop producer J Dilla (in Suite For Ma Dukes) and his work with everyone from Kamasi Washington and Flying Lotus to Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Wayne Shorter and Henry Mancini. Here Miguel shares some of the inspirations behind his long-awaited debut album, Les Jardins Mystiques Vol​.​1, including a John Coltrane live track that Miguel describes as “a love letter - the apex of emotion in recorded music. ?

Also in the programme, Julian plays concert highlights from talented Korean drummer Sun-Mi Hong, plus more of the best jazz – past, present and future.

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The composer and string player shares his inspirations. Plus drummer Sun-Mi Hong live.

Composer and string player Miguel Atwood-Ferguson shares his inspirations. Plus concert highlights from drummer Sun-Mi Hong.

Julian Joseph presents an interview with LA composer and string player Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, known for his brilliant orchestral reimagining of the music of hip-hop producer J Dilla (in Suite For Ma Dukes) and his work with everyone from Kamasi Washington and Flying Lotus to Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Wayne Shorter and Henry Mancini. Here, Miguel shares some of the inspirations behind his long-awaited debut album, Les Jardins Mystiques Vol​.​1, including a John Coltrane live track that Miguel describes as 'a love letter'.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Miguel Atwood-ferguson's Inspirations2023112520240330 (R3)Julian Joseph presents an interview with LA composer and string player Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, known for his brilliant orchestral reimagining of the music of hip-hop producer J Dilla (in Suite For Ma Dukes) and his work with everyone from Kamasi Washington and Flying Lotus to Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, Wayne Shorter and Henry Mancini. Here, Miguel shares some of the inspirations behind his long-awaited debut album, Les Jardins Mystiques Vol​.​1, including a John Coltrane live track that Miguel describes as 'a love letter'.

Also in the programme, Julian plays concert highlights from talented Korean drummer Sun-Mi Hong, plus more of the best jazz – past, present and future.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

The composer and string player shares his inspirations. Plus, drummer Sun-Mi Hong live.

The best in jazz past, present and future.

Composer and string player Miguel Atwood-Ferguson shares his inspirations. Plus, concert highlights from drummer Sun-Mi Hong.

Mike Westbrook20211009Jumok退 Fashola invites pianist, composer and British jazz royalty Mike Westbrook to share the music that inspires him. Over the past six decades, he has made his mark on the nation's jazz scene as a pianist, big band leader and composer, and has played with the likes of Norma Winstone, John Surman and Mike Osborne among countless others.

Also in the programme, Jumok退 presents a mix of the best new jazz releases as well as some classics of the genre.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Pianist, composer and British jazz royalty Mike Westbrook shares his musical inspirations.

Mingus At 10020220416Julian Joseph celebrates the 100th anniversary of one of most important figures in 20th-century music: double bassist, composer and bandleader Charles Mingus. Mingus's legacy is one of inventiveness, exploration and passion. Playing recordings from across Mingus' career, Julian pays tribute to his remarkable talent and examines his lasting impact on the jazz world. He's joined by special guest altoist Charles McPherson, a long-standing friend and close collaborator of Mingus, who shares stories from their time together and insights into Mingus' genius.

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Celebrating jazz giant Charles Mingus's centenary with special guest Charles McPherson.

Myele Manzanza In Concert, Kit Downes20220205Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from up-and-coming drummer, Myele Manzanza, recorded on the J to Z Presents stage at the Barbican as a part of the London Jazz Festival last year. Born in New Zealand, the son of a Congolese master percussionist, and now based in London, Myele has worked with Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Marcus Strickland and Theo Parrish and is widely recognised for his ingenuity and expression. Here he plays music from his latest releases, Crisis & Opportunity. Vols 1 and 2, blending jazz, hip-hop, dance music and more.

Also in the programme, we hear from BBC Jazz Award-winning and Mercury-nominated pianist and organist Kit Downes ahead of the release of his new trio album, Vermillion, on ECM Records. Kit shares some of the music that has inspired and shaped his playing, including a dream-like, experimental jazz track by Swedish saxophonist Otis Sandsj怀.

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Live music from drummer Myele Manzanza, plus piano star Kit Downes's jazz inspirations.

Natacha Atlas In Concert20220326Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from Egyptian-Belgian singer Natacha Atlas, recorded live at Tampere Jazz Happening. Natacha blends Western and Arabic vocal traditions with jazz motifs, offering a unique sound born of her heritage. She began her career in the 90s as a vocalist with Transglobal Underground, before exploring other genres including jazz, playing with the likes of Nitin Sawhney and Omar Sosa. Here Natacha plays music from her eleventh release, ‘Strange Days'. Sung in both English and Arabic, it brings her jazz explorations to the forefront. She's joined by Asaf Sirkis on drums, Andy Hamill on bass, Samy Bishai on violin, trumpeter Hayden Powell and pianist Alcyona Mick.

Inspired by Natacha's approach, Jumok退 shares some classic tracks and a selection of the best new releases by North African and Middle Eastern jazz artists.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Live music from Egyptian-Belgian singer Natacha Atlas.

Nduduzo Makhathini Home Session20200613Jumok退 Fashola presents live music from Nduduzo Makhathini, a rising star of South African piano, recorded at his home in the city of East London. Makhathini won Best Jazz Album at the South African Music Awards in 2018 and is also known for his work with Shabaka Hutchings' group, Shabaka And The Ancestors. Here he performs music from his surging, spiritual debut for Blue Note Records, Modes of Communication: Letters from the Underworlds.

Also in the programme, saxophonist Art Themen shares some of the music that inspires him. In his decades-long career Themen has worked with many of the greats of British jazz, among them Michael Garrick and Ian Carr. He celebrated his 80th birthday in 2019.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from the South African piano star, plus Art Themen's inspirations.

Nerija In Session2019102620200912 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents an exclusive session from trailblazing UK septet N退rija. They perform music from their debut album, Blume, which pairs danceable grooves with joyful melodies, drawing on funk, soul, hip hop and Afrobeat. N退rija brings together some of the most talked-about players on the London scene: saxophonists Nubya Garcia and Cassie Kinoshi, trumpeter Sheila Maurice-Grey, trombonist Rosie Turton, guitarist Shirley Tetteh, drummer Lizy Exell and bassist Rio Kai.

Also in the programme, vocalist Daym退 Arocena shares music that inspires her. She explores her Cuban heritage and pays tribute to one of the greats of jazz voice, Nina Simone.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from trailblazing UK septet Nerija. Plus, Dayme Arocena's inspirations.

New Music Focus20231104Julian Joseph surveys some of the best new jazz releases with music from emerging Glasgow talent Corto Alto, and a long awaited debut from LA composer and string player Miguel Atwood-Ferguson. He also pays tribute to the late Carla Bley and shares a recently reissued live recording by Keith Jarrett that had a huge impact on him as a young piano player.

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Fresh sounds from Glasgow, London and LA. Plus a tribute to Carla Bley.

Your gateway to the best in jazz, past, present and future. Fresh sounds from Glasgow, London and LA. Plus a tribute to Carla Bley.

New Music Special20220108Kevin Le Gendre sees in 2022 with a look ahead at some of the most exciting new jazz releases. His selections include the latest album from vocal star C退cile McLorin Salvant, which takes her music in a bold new direction, and a celebration of Kinetika Bloco, a carnival band and grassroots education initiative that has brought a number of UK heavyweights, among them Nubya Garcia and Theon Cross.

Elsewhere in the programme, British saxophonist Mark Lockheart shares some of the music that inspires and influences him as he prepares to release his own latest project, Dreamers, a creative blend of jazz, alt-rock and more.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Kevin Le Gendre plays the best new jazz releases. Plus Mark Lockheart's inspirations.

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Kevin Le Gendre presents a special edition of J to Z exploring jazz, Afrofuturism and beyond with special guest Nicole Mitchell. Playing cosmic tracks by Sun Ra, Alice Coltrane and others, Kevin investigates why so many jazz musicians have used music to travel the space ways, embracing futuristic sounds and alternate realities.

Later in the programme, Nicole, a visionary flautist and composer known for her tributes to science fiction writer Octavia Butler, shares some of her own favourite Afrofuturist tracks. They include a healing, meditative work by Nala Sinephro, music by Moor Mother that Nicole sees as 'pleasure activism', and a radical statement from Jimi Hendrix who “took the blues to outer space'.

Elsewhere, we hear the voices of other prominent Afrofuturists, including bassist William Parker, trumpeter Theo Croker, Octavia Butler (whose groundbreaking Afrofuturist novel Parable of the Sower was published 30 years ago this year) and Sun Ra himself.

Produced by Thomas Rees & Makeda Krish for Somethin' Else

Exploring jazz, Afrofuturism and beyond with Nicole Mitchell, Theo Croker, William Parker.

Kevin Le Gendre presents a special edition of J to Z exploring jazz, Afrofuturism and beyond with guests Nicole Mitchell, Theo Croker and William Parker.

Later in the programme, Nicole, a visionary flautist and composer known for her tributes to science fiction writer Octavia Butler, shares some of her own favourite Afrofuturist tracks. They include a healing, meditative work by Nala Sinephro, music by Moor Mother that Nicole sees as 'pleasure activism', and a radical statement from Jimi Hendrix who `took the blues to outer space'.

New Year's Eve Party With Femi Koleoso20221231Jumok退 Fashola gets New Year's Eve started with a selection of the best jazz party tracks - a mix of brand new releases and timeless classics. Later in the show she's joined by special guest drummer Femi Koleoso from London favourites Ezra Collective who shares his own party mix drawing from jazz, Afrobeat and beyond. Expect spirit-raising horns, grooving drums and swinging bass to dance you into 2023.

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Jumoke and Ezra Collective's Femi Koleoso see out 2022 with the best jazz party tracks.

Nick Walters In Concert20230708Julian Joseph presents concert highlights from trumpeter Nick Walter's set at this year's Manchester Jazz Festival. Based between London and Manchester, Nick blends spiritual, modal and eastern jazz together with electronic music to make creatively rich soundscapes. He was joined on stage by key players in the UK jazz community, Tenderlonious on reeds, Laurie Lowe on drums, Nim Sadot on bass and Rebecca Nash on piano, for a set that played with the light and shade of melody and harmony to entrancing effect.

Also in the programme we hear from Los Angeles based singer-songwriter and producer Genevieve Artadi, who is one half of cult jazz-pop duo Knower with Louis Cole, and known for her work with Thundercat, Snarky Puppy and more. Following the release of her latest solo album, Forever Forever, Genevieve shares some of the music that has influenced and inspired her, reflecting on the minimalist genius of Miles Davis and the boldness of Nancy Wilson.

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Live music from trumpeter Nick Walters plus Knower's Genevieve Artadi on her inspirations.

Nina At 9020230218Kevin Le Gendre presents a special edition of J to Z exploring the music and legacy of Nina Simone, who would have been 90 on the 21st of February this year. Playing classic recordings and lesser-known cuts, as well as a remarkable concert from 1988, Kevin charts the breadth of Nina's output and tells the stories behind her songs, touching on her early life as an aspiring concert pianist, her involvement in the civil rights movement and her celebration of her African identity as the High Priestess of Soul. Throughout the show we hear candid interviews with Nina Simone herself and contributions from some of the many contemporary musicians she's inspired. Vocalists Nnenna Freelon and Zara McFarlane, saxophonist Cassie Kinoshi and pianist Vijay Iyer share their favourite Nina Simone tracks, reflect on her importance and offer some deep insights into her music.

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Exploring the music and legacy of Nina Simone on her 90th birthday.

Nnenna Freelon20210612Jumok退 Fashola presents an interview with Nnenna Freelon, an American vocalist known for her elegant style and her fresh takes on well-loved songs. Freelon has worked with a long list of greats, including Herbie Hancock, Clark Terry and Ray Charles. Following the release of her latest album, Time Traveler, she reveals some of her inspirations, sharing landmark recordings by Count Basie and Nina Simone.

Elsewhere in the programme Jumok退 has live music from German piano star Pablo Held and saxophonist Loren Stillman, a 100th anniversary tribute to piano great Erroll Garner and a roundup of the best new releases.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Vocalist Nnenna Freelon shares her inspirations. Plus Pablo Held and Loren Stillman.

Norma Winstone2018081120190112 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents an exclusive studio session from Norma Winstone. Over the past 50 years, Winstone has established herself as one of the UK's finest vocalists, known for developing a highly-influential style of wordless vocal improvisation, once described by the Los Angeles Times as 'state-of-the-art, imaginative, virtually beyond-definition singing.' Backed by her quartet, she performs music from her latest album, Descansado: Songs for Films.

Also on the programme, revered New York pianist Fred Hersch breaks down tracks that have inspired him and shaped his sound - including a poetic recording by Joni Mitchell and a piece by trad jazz innovator Earl Hines. Plus Jumok退 Fashola plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

An exclusive studio session from one of the UK's finest vocalists.

Ones To Watch For 202320230114Kevin Le Gendre celebrates the arrival of 2023 with a round-up of rising star jazz artists from the UK and beyond who are set to make a big impression this year, chosen by the J to Z team and influential friends, including Gilles Peterson and Jamz Supernova.

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The J to Z team and influential guests reveal jazz artists to keep an eye on this year.

Patchwork Jazz Orchestra In Concert20190316~J To Z presents Patchwork Jazz Orchestra live in concert from Leeds. The 17-piece outfit presents a bold, imaginative revisioning of progressive big band jazz and features a number of the UK's rising composers and instrumentalists, including saxophonists Sam Rapley and Alex Hitchcock, bassist Misha Mullov-Abbado and guitarist Rob Luft.

Plus, veteran jazz vocalist and scat innovator Sheila Jordan shares music and anecdotes from across her illustrious career. Jordan was inspired to pursue a career in jazz by the music of her friend Charlie Parker, who referred to her as ‘the singer with the million dollar ears'.

Plus, presenter Jumok退 Fashola plays a selection of classic tracks and the best new releases.

17-piece Patchwork Jazz Orchestra live in concert. Plus, vocal great Sheila Jordan.

Pee Wee Ellis, Madeleine Peyroux2021101620220507 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from the late saxophonist and composer Pee Wee Ellis who died in September 2021, aged 80. A highly gifted composer, Ellis worked as James Brown's musical director and was the mastermind behind Brown's timeless power anthem ‘Say It Loud (I'm Black and I'm Proud)'. As well as performing with Brown, he went on the play with the likes of Van Morrison, Ginger Baker and Ali Farka Tour退 as well as leading his own band, the Pee Wee Ellis Assembly. Here we hear highlights of a concert recorded live in Hamburg with the NDR Big Band in 2015.

Also in the programme, we hear from the internationally renowned singer and songwriter Madeleine Peyroux. Likened to the voices of jazz greats Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald, Peyroux's dusky, unmissable tone has captured the minds and souls of listeners for the last 30 years. Here she shares some of the music that has inspired her, including one of her deepest influences, Billie Holiday.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

The late Pee Wee Ellis live in concert, plus Madeleine Peyroux's musical inspirations.

Phronesis In Session2018111020190518 (R3)Cutting-edge trio Phronesis - hailed as 'one of the most exciting bands on the planet' by Jazzwise magazine - perform tracks from their keenly-awaited new album We Are All, live in the J to Z studio.

Also in the programme, revered British saxophonist Tim Garland shares tracks that have inspired him, and breaks down a solo by one of his heroes, tenor sax great Michael Brecker. And presenter Julian Joseph plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Cutting-edge trio Phronesis perform music from their new album.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band At 60, Alfa Mist20220226Julian Joseph presents live music from New Orleans heavyweights, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band in concert at SF Jazz, celebrating the band's 60th anniversary. The ensemble was formed in 1961 by tuba player Alan Jaffe to continue the legacy of New Orlean's rich musical history and to create a space where veteran musicians (many linked to the roaring scene of the 1920s) could perform. It has since been taken over by Jaffe's son, bassist and fellow tuba player Ben Jaffe who steers the group through trad jazz classics and feel-good grooves.

Also in the programme, we hear from MOBO-award nominee, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and rapper Alfa Mist, known for blending jazz improvisation and hip-hop beats with haunting melodies. Here he shares some of the music he draws inspirations from, including a driving, harmonically intoxicating track by Esperanza Spalding that has echoes of a Joni Mitchell tune.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band in concert, plus Alfa Mist's inspirations.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band In Session2018080420180421 (R3)Celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. Your gateway to new sounds with classic recordings and exclusive sessions.

This week Kevin LeGendre presents New Orleans favourites the Preservation Hall Jazz Band in session. The septet have been playing the jazz music of the Big Easy since the early 1960s and are known for their collaborations with artists from genres outside of jazz, mixing tradition with the contemporary.

This is a repeat of a programme first broadcast in April 2018.

Produced by Russell Finch for Somethin' Else

The best in jazz - past, present and future. Preservation Hall Jazz Band in session.

Randy Brecker And Melissa Aldana2019072020191214 (R3)Randy Brecker is one of the most highly regarded trumpeters in jazz. In his 50-year career he's worked everyone from Art Blakey to Jaco Pastorius, though he's perhaps best known for his fusion project The Brecker Brothers, with his late brother Michael Brecker on tenor saxophone. In this exclusive interview he shares a collection of tracks that have shaped him as a musician, formative influences and inspirations that include music by Brazilian bossa nova pioneer Jo o Gilberto and altoist `Cannonball` Adderley.

Also in the programme, rising star Chilean saxophonist Melissa Aldana in session. In 2013 Aldana became the first female musician and the first South American to win the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. She performs music from her latest album, Visions.

Plus presenter Julian Joseph plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

The American trumpet great shares his inspirations. Plus Melissa Aldana in session.

Ravi Coltrane20210724Kevin Le Gendre presents an interview with leading saxophonist Ravi Coltrane who digs into his influences, sharing music and stories about his parents, Alice and John Coltrane, and revealing some of the wisdom they passed on.

Elsewhere in the programme, Kevin has concert highlights from lyrical pianist Omer Klein, along with jazz classics and the best new releases.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

The US saxophonist shares music and stories about his parents, Alice and John Coltrane.

Rebecca Nash And Jazzmeia Horn2019092820200523 (R3)Julian Joseph presents a session from rising star keyboardist Rebecca Nash and her group Atlas who perform music from their debut album, Peaceful King - a potent blend of jazz, rock, electronica and drum & bass.

Dallas-born vocalist Jazzmeia Horn won the prestigious Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Competition in 2015 and has been compared to greats such as Betty Carter and Sarah Vaughan. She shares a collection of tracks that have inspired her and shaped her career, including a `poetic` Abbey Lincoln composition and a piece by Aretha Franklin that takes her back to her Southern Baptist roots.

And Julian plays a selection of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Keys player Rebecca Nash in session and vocalist Jazzmeia Horn shares inspiring tracks.

Rebecca Nash In Session And Joe Chambers' Inspirations2023022520230715 (R3)Julian Joseph is joined by innovative UK pianist Rebecca Nash and her band, live in session for J to Z. Rebecca is widely celebrated for her adventurous and genre-spanning compositions which blend electronica, rock, drum and bass, soul-jazz and more. Here she shares music from her latest album Redefining Element 78, inviting listeners to enter a dreamlike world where music and science collide.

Also in the programme, we hear from drummer, pianist, vibraphonist and jazz royalty Joe Chambers. Over his decades-spanning career, Joe has worked with an expansive list of fellow greats including Charles Mingus, Wayne Shorter, Chick Corea, Archie Shepp and Freddie Hubbard, and is also a formidable bandleader in his own right. He shares some of the tracks that have influenced his musical journey so far, reflecting on artists that formed the foundations of his unique and versatile sound.

Pianist Rebecca Nash is live in session, plus jazz great Joe Chambers' inspirations.

Reggie Workman20230812Julian Joseph hears the musical inspirations of double bass maestro and jazz legend Reggie Workman. Reggie's deep tone, soulful groove and virtuosic delivery form the foundation of countless albums from fellow jazz greats - among them Art Blakey, Donald Byrd, Alice Coltrane, Yusef Lateef, Max Roach, Pharoah Sanders, Archie Shepp, Wayne Shorter and, most famously, John Coltrane. Here Reggie shares music and memories from his time working with Coltrane - from conversations at the kitchen table to Coltrane's expectations of his band and a seminal album recorded live at New York's iconic venue, the Village Vanguard. He also reflects on some of his own adventures as a bandleader and his philosophies on music in general.

Elsewhere in this bass double bill, Julian has concert highlights from Avishai Cohen, performing live at Cully Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Avishai is celebrated for the physicality and creativity that he brings to the bass, and for his continuous musical explorations, as he offers something new with each album. His festival performance features a selection of music from his latest projects and a beautiful Hebrew song, with Avishai on vocals.

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Bass legend Reggie Workman shares his inspirations, plus live music from Avishai Cohen.

Robert Glasper's Inspirations, Plus Zoe Rahman In Session2022052820221105 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents an interview with innovative pianist and producer Robert Glasper. Over the past decade, Glasper's blend of jazz, hip hop and R&B has become one of the most influential sounds in jazz, spawning legions of imitators. Moving freely between genres he has worked with jazz heavyweights such as Herbie Hancock and Esperanza Spalding, and rappers including Common and Kendrick Lamar, featuring on Kendrick's landmark album ‘To Pimp a Butterfly'. His own ‘Black Radio' album series has featured Erykah Badu, Jill Scott and many others. Here he shares a selection of tracks that have shaped his sound and reflects on the shared lineage of jazz and hip hop.

Also in the programme, creative UK pianist Zoe Rahman performs live in the J to Z studio. Originally a classically trained musician, Rahman went on to study at Berklee College of Music where she worked under the tutelage of Joanne Brackeen. With English-Irish and Bengali heritage, she plays some brand new music that reflects her roots and her classical beginnings. She's joined by Alec Dankworth on bass and Gene Calderazzo (Pharoah Sanders) on drums.

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Robert Glasper shares music that inspires him. Plus pianist Zoe Rahman in session.

Ron Carter20221008Julian Joseph presents an interview with bass legend Ron Carter who celebrated his 85th birthday this year. A cornerstone of Miles Davis' `Second Great Quintet` Ron is the most recorded jazz bassist in history with over 2000 credits to his name, among them landmark albums such as Speak No Evil and The Real McCoy. Beloved across genres, he's collaborated with everyone from Gill Scott-Heron and A Tribe Called Quest to Aretha Franklin.

In this rare interview Ron reflects on his life in jazz and shares some of his most cherished recordings - including a track from his early days with Miles Davis. Elsewhere, Julian plays classics and deep cuts from Ron's back catalogue and celebrates his remarkable legacy.

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Bass legend Ron Carter shares music and memories from his life in jazz.

Ron Carter In Concert2019020920200222 (R3)Julian Joseph presents a concert from bass legend Ron Carter and his Foursight Quartet. Carter is one of the most prolific bassists in jazz history. He has appeared on over 2000 sessions and worked with a who's who of jazz, though he is probably best known as a member of the Miles Davis Quintet in the mid-1960s when he recorded the albums Seven Steps to Heaven and E.S.P. Here he offers creative takes on some classic standards with his energetic Foursight Quartet, featuring Jimmy Greene on saxophone, Donald Vega on piano and Payton Crossley on drums.

Also in the programme, Alison Rayner shares some of her musical inspirations. Rayner has been a pivotal figure in UK jazz since the 1970s, both as a bassist and the founder or artist-led promoter Blow the Fuse.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from bass legend Ron Carter. Plus UK bassist Alison Rayner's inspirations.

Sam Rivers At 10020230923Julian Joseph pays tribute to pioneering multi-instrumentalist Sam Rivers, who would have been 100 on the 25th of September. Playing classics and lesser-known tracks, Julian charts his singular career and shares an archive interview which he recorded with Sam Rivers for Radio 3's Jazz Legends in 2004.

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Words and music from jazz pioneer Sam Rivers.

Samara Joy In Concert Plus Stanley Clarke2023042920231111 (R3)Jumoké Fashola presents concert highlights from vocalist of the moment Samara Joy, playing to a full house at London's Jazz Cafe, her first UK show since winning Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album at this year's Grammys.

Elsewhere in the programme we hear from one of the all-time greats of jazz bass, Stanley Clarke, who shares some of the music that has shaped his sound ahead of his set at Cheltenham Jazz Festival.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else

Vocal star Samara Joy, live from London's Jazz Cafe. Plus Stanley Clarke's inspirations.

Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from vocalist of the moment Samara Joy, playing to a full house at London's Jazz Cafe, her first UK show since winning Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album at this year's Grammys.

Sarah Tandy In Session20190302Exciting young UK pianist Sarah Tandy plays live in session with music from her much anticipated debut album, Infection In The Sentence. The album is the result of many years spent playing on London's vibrant underground jazz scene, and immersing herself in the huge variety of influences found within it.

She's been making waves across the UK for her exhilarating live residencies and thoughtful compositions and has played with a wide variety of artists ranging from saxophonists Nubya Garcia and Gilad Atzmon to bass guitarist Laurence Cottle.

Plus saxophonist, flautist and producer Tenderlonious shares insights into his musical inspirations. Tenderlonious has been a key player in reinvigorating the UK jazz scene for over a decade. Founder of 22a records, the saxophonist, flautist and producer is also bandleader for the groups Ruby Rushton and 22archestra. He shares an eclectic range of music from Polish jazz classics to contemporary sounds that have inspired his playing.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

UK pianist Sarah Tandy is live in session with music from her debut album.

Seed Ensemble In Session2019011920190914 (R3)Young London ten-piece SEED Ensemble, led by rising star saxophonist and composer Cassie Kinoshi, perform music from their debut album, Driftglass.

Also in the programme, UK pianist Zoe Rahman reveals her musical inspirations, breaking down tracks by Alice Coltrane and Mary Lou Williams, among others. And presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

The up-and-coming London ten-piece perform music from their debut album, Driftglass.

Sfjazz Collective In Concert2022061120230401 (R3)Julian Joseph presents live music from the SFJAZZ Collective, an all star San Francisco outfit that includes drummer Kendrick A.D. Scott, vocalist Gretchen Parlato and saxophonist Chris Potter.

Elsewhere in the programme, ??Afro-French contrabassist, singer and composer S退l耀ne Saint-Aim退 shares some of the music that inspired her exceptional recent album Potomitan, exploring vodou spirituality and her roots in the Caribbean.

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Live music from all-star group SFJAZZ Collective. Plus Sel\u00e8ne Saint-Aime's inspirations.

Shai Maestro2021052920211023 (R3)Pianist Shai Maestro shares his musical inspirations, plus live music from Airelle Besson.
Shake Stew20210605Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from fiery Austrian band Shake Stew. With an unusual lineup bolstered by two drummers and two bass players, the group's combination of globetrotting grooves and freewheeling solos has won them widespread acclaim, inviting comparisons with Pharoah Sanders and Sons of Kemet. Appearing live in Leibnitz, they perform music from their 2019 album Gris Gris as well as some brand new compositions. Plus, Kevin shares a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases.

Produced by Thomas Rees for Somethin' Else.

Shake Stew In Concert And Django Bates's Influences20190615Kevin Le Gendre presents a concert from one of Austria's most exciting current jazz outfits, Shake Stew. The band feature the unusual combination of two drummers and two double bass players, and in this concert UK saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings adds his horn to their groove driven fusion.

Plus, celebrated multi-instrumentalist Django Bates - who rose to fame in the 1980s with the jazz orchestra, Loose Tubes - shares music that has shaped his journey to date including pieces from Nina Simone and the South African saxophonist Dudu Pukwana.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

One of Austria's most exciting current outfits, Shake Stew in concert plus Django Bates.

Simon Moullier In Session2023051320231230 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents French-born, New York-based vibraphonist Simon Moullier, live in session for J to Z. After studying under Wayne Shorter and Jimmy Heath, Simon has been hailed as one of the most exciting vibraphonists of his generation. He has received accolades from Herbie Hancock and Quincy Jones for his unique and innovative approach to the instrument and has worked with Kendrick Scott, Buster Williams and Mark Turner.

Also in the programme, we hear from award-winning Birmingham-based saxophonist and MC Soweto Kinch. A pioneering force in the British jazz world and internationally, Soweto offers work that is both musically and conceptually explorative. He embraces the joint lineages of jazz and hip hop, blending them into his own unique sound as he reflects on the music and culture of the African diaspora, the histories of black Britons (both told and widely untold), Britain's colonial legacy and the extent to which it is confronted in the present. Most recently, he has been working with the London Philharmonic Orchestra on his latest album, ‘White Juju'. Here he shares some of the music that has inspired his journey so far, including a track by the late UK hip-hop star and key member of the London jazz community, Ty.

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Vibraphonist Simon Moullier, live in session, plus Soweto Kinch's inspirations.

Kevin Le Gendre presents a second chance to hear French born, New York based vibraphonist Simon Moullier, live in session for J to Z. After studying under Wayne Shorter and Jimmy Heath, Simon has been hailed as one of the most exciting vibraphonists of his generation. He has received accolades from Herbie Hancock and Quincy Jones for his unique and innovative approach to the instrument and has worked with Kendrick Scott, Buster Williams and Mark Turner.

Also in the programme, we hear from award winning Birmingham-based saxophonist and MC Soweto Kinch. A pioneering force in the British jazz world and internationally, Soweto offers work that is both musically and conceptually explorative. He embraces the joint lineages of jazz and hip hop, blending them into his own unique sound as he reflects on the music and culture of the African Diaspora, the histories of black Britons (both told and widely untold), Britain's colonial legacy and the extent to which it is confronted in the present. Most recently, he has been working with the London Philharmonic Orchestra on his latest album, ‘White Juju'. Here he shares some of the music that has inspired his journey so far.

French vibraphonist Simon Moullier, live in session for J to Z, plus award-winning saxophonist and MC Soweto Kinch's inspirations.

Snarky Puppy In Concert20191109Jumok退 Fashola presents a concert by genre-busting collective Snarky Puppy recorded at this year's Montreux Jazz Festival. Over the course of the past decade the group have amassed a huge following for their brand of contemporary jazz fusion - which draws on funk, rock, electronica and beyond - winning three Grammy Awards along the way.

Also in the programme, British piano player Bill Laurance, a Snarky Puppy veteran and a star soloist and composer in his own right, shares a collection of tracks that have inspired his work.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music from Snarky Puppy plus Bill Laurance shares inspiring tracks.

Somi2022062520230211 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents concert highlights from a tribute to much-loved trumpeter and educator Abram Wilson, held at Church of Sound in east London. Organised by the Abram Wilson charity and curated by Binker Golding, the concert brought together some of the key players in the London jazz community, including pianist Charlie Stacey and trumpeter Mark Kavuma, to mark the tenth anniversary of Abram's death with a special performance of his music.

Also in the programme, we hear from Somi, an American vocalist of Rwandan and Ugandan heritage. Mentored by the late Hugh Maskela, she has been nicknamed `the new Nina Simone` and earned a Grammy nomination for her 2020 album, Holy Room. Her latest release, Zenzile: The Reimagination of Miriam Makeba, honours the life of the legendary singer and activist, offering Somi's own interpretations of Makeba classics.

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Vocalist Somi on her inspirations. Church of Sound All-Stars pay tribute to Abram Wilson.

Sons Of Kemet In Session2018040720180922 (R3)Another chance to hear the first edition of Radio 3's new programme featuring the best in jazz - past, present and future. Jumok退 Fashola presents Mercury Prize-nominated Sons of Kemet in session. Led by saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings, the band features two drummers and tuba to create a unique sound influenced by London's dance floors.

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

The Mercury Prize-nominated Sons of Kemet in session.

South Africa Focus With Thandi Ntuli2021041720210911 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola explores South Africa's diverse jazz scene with tracks from some of the country's freshest bands, new music from piano great Abdullah Ibrahim and a tribute to trombonist Jonas Gwangwa. Later in the programme, pianist, vocalist and composer Thandi Ntuli, a rising star based in Johannesburg, shares some of her favourite South African artists, including a joyful track by vocalist and musical `anthropologist` Miriam Makeba.

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Jumoke Fashola explores South Africa's jazz scene. Plus Thandi Ntuli's inspirations.

Soweto Kinch In Concert20210508Kevin Le Genre presents one of this year's Cheltenham Jazz Festival highlights: saxophonist and wordsmith Soweto Kinch and his trio performing music from Kinch's critically acclaimed 2019 album, The Black Peril.

Also in the programme, innovative guitarist and composer Shirley Tetteh shares music that has inspired her, including a collaboration between Joni Mitchell and Herbie Hancock that brings fresh beauty to an already well-loved track.

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Soweto Kinch at Cheltenham Jazz Festival 2021, plus Shirley Tetteh's inspirations.

Spiritual Jazz From The London Jazz Festival20221126Kevin Le Gendre hosts a special edition of J to Z from the Barbican Centre as a part of this year's London Jazz Festival. The line up on the J to Z stage features some of the most exciting spiritual jazz artists on this year's bill, including South African piano star Nduduzo Makhathini, harpist Alina Bzhezhinska and her HipHarpCollective, emerging saxophonist and composer Jasmine Myra, and saxophonist and BBC Young Jazz Musician finalist Emma Rawicz.

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Live music from Nduduzo Makhathini, Jasmine Myra, Alina Bzhezhinska and Emma Rawicz.

Stravinsky Plus Jason Moran20210403As Radio 3 marks 50 years since the pioneering composer's death, Julian Joseph explores the relationship between Igor Stravinsky and jazz. As Julian explains, Stravinsky was inspired by American jazz, but many jazz musicians also took inspiration from him. Sharing classic recordings, Julian charts Stravinsky's influence on bebop and beyond and explains why jazz musicians can't get enough of The Rite of Spring.

Also in the programme, visionary pianist Jason Moran shares some of the music that inspires him, including the Thelonious Monk recording that made him dedicate his life to jazz, and a feature by Geri Allen that epitomises the search for freedom.

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Julian Joseph on Stravinsky and jazz. Plus Jason Moran's inspirations.

Swing Into Spring20230325Jumok退 Fashola celebrates the arrival of spring with a selection of uplifting jazz tracks, to banish winter chill and welcome the season of new life, rejuvenation and renewal.

Also in the programme we hear from rising star vocalist Samara Joy. At just 23 years old, Samara's voice has been lauded for its rich tone and depth beyond her years and has already landed her wins for Best New Artist and Best Jazz Vocal Album at this year's Grammys. Samara has been described as an embodiment of Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan, with her own contemporary twist. Here she gives us insight into her musical inspirations, including an Ella Fitzgerald live track that shows off her mastery.

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Uplifting jazz tracks to welcome spring, plus Samara Joy's inspirations.

Terence Blanchard20210828Kevin Le Gendre presents an interview with trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard, a leading figure on the US scene. Blanchard cut his teeth playing with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and The Jazz Messengers before fronting numerous projects of his own, including his current band, the E-Collective. He's also a hugely respected composer. Since the 1990s he's collaborated extensively with the director Spike Lee for whom he's written several film scores. In this in-depth interview Blanchard digs into his inspirations, sharing a masterclass in ensemble-playing by the Miles Davis Quintet and a Clifford Brown ballad full of depth and maturity.

Elsewhere in the programme Kevin plays concert highlights, jazz classics and the best new releases.

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Acclaimed trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard shares his jazz inspirations.

Terence Blanchard In Concert20200530Kevin Le Genre presents live music from trumpeter Terence Blanchard and an all-star band, including Jean Toussaint on tenor saxophone and Jeff 'Tain' Watts on drums, recorded at last year's Montreux Jazz Festival. Together they tackle new material and classic tunes by Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers, where both Blanchard and Jean Toussaint started out.

Also in the programme, saxophonist Nubya Garcia, one of the most talked-about players on the current London jazz scene, shares some of the music that inspires and influences her, including a track by Jamaican keyboardist, songwriter and musical director Jackie Mittoo.

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Live music from trumpeter Terence Blanchard, plus Nubya Garcia's inspirations.

Terri Lyne Carrington And Melanie Charles In Concert20231014Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from internationally in-demand American drummer and educator Terri Lyne Carrington and rising star vocalist Melanie Charles, performing as special guests with Germany's Grammy-award winning jazz orchestra the WDR big band. The music was arranged and conducted by renowned American arranger Chuck Owen and marked a coming together of highly accomplished musicians to offer a groove-laden and sonically rich performance.

Also in the programme, vocalist, multidisciplinary artist and co-founder of the US-based, Afro-Caribbean, women-led experimental trio Nite Bjuti shares her inspirations. Based in New York, and born to Jamaican parents, Candice's practise is deeply embedded in explorations of the untold stories of her heritage. She has worked with greats from across the musical spectrum including Wynton Marsalis, Lalah Hathaway, Chaka Khan and Lin-Manuel Miranda. Her latest project, Nite Bjuti, is a collaboration between Candice, GRAMMY-nominated sound chemist Val Jeanty and bassist Mimi Jones. Together they blend voice, bass, electro percussion, turntables and Haitian drums to create explorative improvised music. Here Candice shares some of the music that has inspired her journey so far.

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Terri Lyne Carrington and Melanie Charles in concert, plus Candice Hoyes' inspirations.

Concert highlights from Terri Lyne Carrington and Melanie Charles, plus multidisciplinary artist and one third of experimental trio Nite Bjuti, Candice Hoyes's inspirations.

Terri Lyne Carrington In Concert2023031820230729 (R3)Julian Joseph presents concert highlights from drummer, composer and educator Terri Lyne Carrington performing music from her Grammy-winning album ‘New Standards Vol.1' live at San Francisco's SFJazz Centre. An internationally renowned musician, Terri Lyne has worked with everyone from Dizzy Gillespie and Stan Getz, to Herbie Hancock and Ang退lique Kidjo. She has won four Grammys and continues to champion the importance of challenging gender disparities within music. Her New Standards project was created to celebrate women composers, bringing fresh offerings to the male-dominated jazz canon.

For this concert, her band featured jazz heavyweights Michael Mayo on vocals, Etienne Charles on trumpet, Matthew Stevens on guitar, Kris Davis on piano and Linda May Han Oh on bass.

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First broadcast in March 2023

Live music from drummer Terri Lyne Carrington and her New Standards project.

The Bad Plus In Session And Bill Frisell2019120720200815 (R3)Julian Joseph presents a session from pioneering contemporary piano trio The Bad Plus. Over two decades, the New York-based group have won widespread acclaim for their approach, which combines the freedom of avant-garde jazz with influences from pop and rock. They perform music from their new album, Activate Infinity.

Also in the programme, Bill Frisell, one of the greats of jazz guitar, shares a collection of tracks that have inspired him and influenced his work - including music by one of his childhood heroes, Bob Dylan, and a piece by pianist Keith Jarrett that taught him to be true to himself.

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Live music from the US piano trio and guitar great Bill Frisell shares inspiring tracks.

The Best Of 202320231216Your gateway to the best in jazz – past, present and future. Jumoké Fashola, Julian Joseph and Kevin Le Gendre share some of their favourite albums and live moments of 2023, including music from modern drum great Mark Guiliana and his quartet, recorded on the J to Z Presents stage at the London Jazz Festival.

Looking further back, they also share some highlights from the J to Z archive – including an intimate studio session with piano legend Kenny Barron and a storming live set from the father of Ethio Jazz, Mulatu Astatke, with the Hackney Colliery Band.

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Drum great Mark Guiliana in concert and more J to Z highlights.

Drum great Mark Guiliana and his quartet in concert and more J to Z highlights.

Your gateway to the best in jazz, past, present and future.

Looking further back, they also share some highlights from the J to Z archive – including an intimate studio session with piano legend Kenny Barron and a storming live set from the father of Ethio Jazz, Mulatu Astatke, with the Hackney Colliery Band. We also hear a moving interview with trumpet great Roy Hargrove, recorded shortly before his death in 2018. In it, Roy offers deep insights into tracks that meant something to him, along with advice for the next generation of musicians.

The Hackney Colliery Band With Mulatu Astatke And Pete Wareham20191221Jumok退 Fashola presents a Christmas party special with The Hackney Colliery Band. The London-based band set out ten years ago to reinvent the traditional brass band and feature a genre-bending combination of brass, reeds, percussion and electronics. The band were joined on the night by percussionist and vibraphonist Mulatu Astatke and saxophonist Pete Wareham, who both feature on the band's 2019 release Collaborations Vol.1. Astatke is regarded as the godfather of Ethio-jazz, a pioneering fusion of Ethiopian musics, jazz and funk. A celebrated saxophonist, Wareham has been a driving force behind some of the UK's most exciting jazz outfits in recent times: Melt Yourself Down, Polar Bear and Pulled By Magnets.

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A Christmas party special with The Hackney Colliery Band, Mulutu Astatke and Pete Wareham.

The Sun Ra Arkestra In Concert2023090220240203 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from free jazz icons the Sun Ra Arkestra. Founded by pioneering Afrofuturist keys player and composer Sun Ra in the 1950s, the Arkestra are renowned for their freewheeling live shows and glittering, space-themed costumes, which went down a storm with the We Out Here crowd.

Later on, we hear an exclusive interview with two long-time Arkestra members, saxophonist and conductor Knoel Scott and trumpeter Michael Ray, who share some of Sun Ra's philosophies on music, along with stories of marathon Arkestra rehearsals fuelled by “moon stew ? and the time Knoel discovered he could control the weather with his saxophone.

Also in the show, dynamic Brooklyn-born vocalist and flautist Melanie Charles shares some of the music that inspires her, by Black female pioneers in jazz. Known for her genre-blending reworks of classics by Sarah Vaughan, Dinah Washington and Betty Carter, Melanie is on a mission to “Make Jazz Trill Again ? – meaning she wants jazz to be for the streets, for the people and anti-institutional.

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The Sun Ra Arkestra live at We Out Here festival, plus Melanie Charles's inspirations.

Concert highlights from the Sun Ra Arkestra, recorded live at We Out Here festival 2023, plus vocalist Melanie Charles's inspirations.

Later on, we hear an exclusive interview with two long-time Arkestra members, saxophonist and conductor Knoel Scott and trumpeter Michael Ray, who share some of Sun Ra's philosophies on music, along with stories of marathon Arkestra rehearsals fuelled by `moon stew` and the time Knoel discovered he could control the weather with his saxophone.

Also in the show, dynamic Brooklyn-born vocalist and flautist Melanie Charles shares some of the music that inspires her, by Black female pioneers in jazz. Known for her genre-blending reworks of classics by Sarah Vaughan, Dinah Washington and Betty Carter, Melanie is on a mission to `Make Jazz Trill Again` - meaning she wants jazz to be for the streets, for the people and anti-institutional.

Theo Croker In Concert2020040420200418 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents jazz to lift the spirits, recording from his front room. This week's featured concert comes from trumpeter Theo Croker, a rising US star whose latest album, Star People Nation, was one of the highlights of 2019. As the grandson of venerable trumpeter Doc Cheatham and a student of the great Donald Byrd, Croker has an impressive jazz pedigree, but he's equally at home in the world of hip hop and has worked with superstar rappers Common and J. Cole.

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Live music from the rising trumpet star.

Tigran Hamasyan20201212Jumok退 Fashola presents an interview with Armenian piano star Tigran Hamasyan who shares some of the music that inspires him. Hamasyan reflects on his classical training and his love for Shostakovich, the genius of Thelonious Monk and the simple beauty of folk songs and lullabies, all key components of his sound.

Also in the programme, live music from pianist Maria Chiara Argir  and guitarist Jamie Leeming who perform a home session drawn from their atmospheric new album, Flow.

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The Armenian piano star's inspirations. Plus Maria Chiara Argir\u00f2 and Jamie Leeming.

Tigran Hamasyan And Mathias Eick In Concert20200314Julian Joseph presents an intimate duo concert from Armenian pianist Tigran Hamasyan and Norwegian trumpeter Mathias Eick. Together they explore lyrical folk melodies, atmospheric electronics and propulsive grooves.

Also in the programme saxophonist Tamar Osborn, leader of UK band Collocutor, shares some of the music that inspires her, including a cross-cultural masterpiece by Indo-jazz fusion group Shakti that has guided Collocutor's own sonic exploration.

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Pianist Tigran Hamasyan and trumpeter Mathias Eick. Plus Tamar Collocutor's inspirations.

Tigran Hamasyan In Session2018061620181215 (R3)A weekly programme celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. Kevin Le Gendre presents pianist Tigran Hamasyan in session playing solo piano pieces from his latest release 'For Gyumri'.

Tigran's genre blending compositions take inspiration from the folk music of his native Armenia as well as from the American jazz tradition which he started studying aged 9.

Plus, vocalist Zara MacFarlane shares some of the musical moments which have inspired her through the years.

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The best in jazz - past, present and future. With pianist Tigran Hamasyan in session.

Tito Puente At 10020230415Kevin Le Gendre marks the centenary of percussionist and band leader Tito Puente, who was born on April 20, 1923 in Spanish Harlem, New York City. Known as the 'king of Timbales' and the 'king of Latin music,' he pioneered the fusion of traditional Latin sounds with jazz.

In a career that spanned more than five decades, he recorded over 100 albums and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. East 110th Street in Spanish Harlem was named ‘Tito Puente Way' in his honour. Kevin celebrates his legacy, playing classic records and lesser known cuts as well as an incredible live set from Tito Puente's Golden Latin Jazz All Stars recorded in 1994.

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Kevin Le Gendre marks the centenary of the 'king of Latin music,' Tito Puente.

Tomorrow's Warriors At 3020210807Jumok退 Fashola celebrates the 30th anniversary of youth jazz and talent development organisation Tomorrow's Warriors. She's joined by co-founders Janine Irons and Gary Crosby, who started Tomorrow's Warriors out of a commitment to increasing diversity and inclusivity across the arts through jazz. Over the past three decades the organisation has had a defining impact on the UK scene, bringing through numerous stars including Nubya Garcia, Moses Boyd, Shabaka Hutchings and Zara McFarlane.

Elsewhere in the programme, dynamic trumpeter and Tomorrow's Warriors alumnus Mark Kavuma shares his musical inspirations, including pieces by his trumpeter heroes, Louis Armstrong and Kenny Dorham; and Jumok退 plays tracks by leading Warriors from across the years as well as an exclusive live recording from a recent showcase featuring the next generation of talent.

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Jumoke Fashola celebrates influential jazz education initiative Tomorrow's Warriors.

Tony Allen And Martin Speake20200229Jumok退 Fashola presents a session from UK saxophonist Martin Speake's International Quartet, who recreate the sparkling melodies and inventive solo flights of their latest release, Intention, alongside brand new material. The band features pianist Ethan Iverson (formerly of The Bad Plus), drummer Jeff Williams and bassist Calum Gourlay.

Also in the programme, pioneering drummer Tony Allen shares some of the music that inspires him and reflects on his time creating afrobeat with Fela Kuti and meeting his hero, Art Blakey.

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The pioneering drummer shares music that inspires him. Plus Martin Speake in session.

Tony Allen In Concert20180721A concert from pioneering afrobeat drummer Tony Allen. Alongside the Nigerian star Fela Kuti, Allen was responsible for developing the rhythmic genre known as afrobeat back in the 1970s. He's remained true to the style ever since and in this concert pays tribute to one of his greatest influences and another drumming great, Art Blakey.

Later in the programme, saxophonist Camilla George, a rising UK star, unravels tracks that have inspired her, including an epic tenor sax battle between Branford Marsalis and Michael Brecker. And, presenter Jumok退 Fashola plays a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases.

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Pioneering afrobeat drummer Tony Allen in concert paying tribute to drummer Art Blakey.

Tori Handsley In Session2020041820210116 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents an exclusive home session from London-based harpist Tori Handsley, playing stripped back versions of music from her debut album. Also in the programme, vibraphonist Lewis Wright, known for his work with the group Empirical, shares some of the music that inspires him, including a masterful solo recording by Keith Jarrett and some traditional Cuban rumba.

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A home session from harpist Tori Handsley, plus vibraphonist Lewis Wright's inspirations.

Trish Clowes In Session Plus Omar Sosa2022043020220917 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from leading UK saxophonist Trish Clowes playing music from her latest album A View with a Room. A former Radio 3 New Generation Artist, Trish has released six critically acclaimed albums and has been widely celebrated as a formidable improviser and imaginative composer.

Also in the programme, we hear from Cuban pianist Omar Sosa, sharing some of the music that influences and inspires him, including a heady track from Miles Davis's eighties era. And Kevin plays a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases.

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Live music from saxophonist Trish Clowes, and pianist Omar Sosa shares his inspirations.

Trygve Seim In Concert20190511Julian Joseph presents the Norwegian saxophonist Trygve Seim live in concert at the 2018 Tampere Jazz Happening. Known for his signature warm tone, and blending of classical music, folk and jazz, Seim is one of Norway's most celebrated contemporary musicians. The concert features music from his latest album for the ECM label 'Helsinki Songs'.

Plus, fresh from his role as musical director for the reprisal of iconic TV show Jazz 625, British pianist Robert Mitchell shares tracks from that era and beyond that have inspired his own approach to music.

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Julian Joseph presents Norwegian saxophonist Trygve Seim in concert.

Verneri Pohjola In Concert And Jaga Jazzist20200926Julian Joseph presents live music from one of the stars of the Finnish jazz scene, trumpeter Verneri Pohjola, who performs music from his atmospheric latest album, The Dead Don't Dream.

Also in the programme, Lars Horntveth of cult Norwegian band Jaga Jazzist shares some of the music that has shaped their genre-busting sound. And Julian plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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Live music from trumpeter Verneri Pohjola, plus Jaga Jazzist's influences.

Vijay Iyer2018091520190209 (R3)East Coast piano star Vijay Iyer shares his musical inspirations - including a haunting recording by the late American pianist Geri Allen and a head-spinning Michael Jackson track.

Vijay Iyer is one of the most celebrated jazz musicians of his generation, known for his touch, rhythmic ingenuity and wide-ranging influences - which include hip hop, R&B and Indian Carnatic music. He was named Jazz Artist Of The Year in DownBeat Magazine's Critics Poll 2018 - the third time he has won the award.

Also in the programme, young saxophonist Camilla George, a rising star in the UK, joins us in the studio to play music from her latest album, The People Could Fly. Born in Nigeria but based in London, Camilla's music takes inspiration from both of these backgrounds as well as her time spent playing with the long-running Jazz Jamaica group. Plus presenter Kevin Le Gendre plays a mix of classic tracks and the best new releases.

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US piano star Vijay Iyer shares his musical inspirations.

Vladyslav Sendecki In Concert20180519A weekly show celebrating the best in jazz - past, present and future. Presented by Jumok退 Fashola and featuring Polish pianist Vladyslav Sendecki in concert as well as guitar legend Pat Metheny sharing some of the musical moments that have shaped his own playing.

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The best in jazz - past, present and future. With pianist Vladyslav Sendecki in concert.

Wayne Shorter20230422Julian Joseph pays tribute to one of the most influential musicians in jazz, master saxophonist and improviser Wayne Shorter, who has died at the age of 89.

Playing landmark recordings and rarities, Julian charts Wayne Shorter's phenomenal career - from his days with Art Blakey and Miles Davis to his work with Weather Report and beyond. Elsewhere we hear moving tributes from saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings and bassist John Patitucci, one of Wayne's closest friends and collaborators. We'll also hear extracts from an interview Julian recorded with Wayne in 2004, a window into his open, warm and playful character, something that always came through in his music.

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Julian Joseph pays tribute to master saxophonist and improviser Wayne Shorter.

We Out Here Festival 202320230819Jumok退 Fashola presents a special edition of J to Z from We Out Here festival in Dorset, with live sets from the Sun Ra Arkestra, vocal great Carmen Lundy, Gil Scott-Heron collaborator Brian Jackson and Leeds rising star Jasmine Myra, recorded on the festival's main stage.

Later in the programme, she's joined by festival founder, DJ and crate digger Gilles Peterson who shares deep cuts from his vast record collection. They include a collaboration between Brazilian greats Marcos Valle and Azymuth with a great story behind it, and an ultra-rare Bob James piano trio album that showcases his mastery of free improvisation - a far cry from the smooth jazz style that made his name.

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Live music from the Sun Ra Arkestra, Carmen Lundy, Brian Jackson and Jasmine Myra.

We Out Here Festival And Jacob Collier2019083120201003 (R3)Jumok退 Fashola presents a special edition of J to Z recorded live at We Out Here festival in Cambridgeshire. Curated by DJ Gilles Peterson, the festival features many of the UK's most exciting young jazz acts. Performing at the festival for J to Z, saxophonist Binker Golding and keys player Sarah Tandy play an exclusive duo set drawing on material from Binker's new album.

Also in the programme multi-instrumentalist sensation Jacob Collier reveals his musical inspirations, sharing tracks that have influenced his work, including a hard-to-find recording of vocalist-pianist Chris Anderson, the man who changed the way jazz legend Herbie Hancock played the piano.

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Performances by Binker Golding and Sarah Tandy, plus Jacob Collier's inspirations.

We Out Here Festival Highlights Plus Fergus Mccreadie20220903Jumok退 Fashola presents highlights from UK jazz festival We Out Here, including main stage sets from Brazilian jazz-funk legends Azymuth, Chicago multi-percussionist Kahil El'Zabar, Manchester saxophonist and spiritual jazz guru Nat Birchall, and energetic Latin big band New Regency Orchestra.

Also in the programme, we hear from Scottish pianist Fergus McCreadie whose latest album Forest Floor is nominated for this year's Mercury Prize. A former BBC Young Jazz Musician finalist, Fergus has won acclaim for his virtuosity and rhythmic flair and for his imaginative blend of jazz and Scottish folk tradition. He shares some of the music that has influenced and inspired him, including tracks by Keith Jarrett and The Gloaming.

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Live music from Azymuth and more, plus pianist and Mercury nominee Fergus McCreadie.

Yazz Ahmed And Kurt Rosenwinkel2019101220200321 (R3)Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from Bahraini-British trumpeter Yazz Ahmed, whose latest album celebrates great women from history, including Rosa Parks and pioneering Saudi Arabian film director Haifaa al-Mansour.

Also in the programme, guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel shares tracks that have inspired his work. Rosenwinkel has been a key figure on the New York scene for over two decades and is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in contemporary jazz guitar.

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Trumpeter Yazz Ahmed in session and guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel shares inspiring tracks.

Yazz Ahmed In Concert Plus Nduduzo Makhathini20220806Kevin Le Gendre presents concert highlights from British-Bahraini trumpeter Yazz Ahmed performing with her band at Tampere Jazz Happening 2021. Yazz is widely celebrated for her innovative and expansive compositions, which draw on her heritage, fusing jazz, Arabic music, electronic textures and more. Her eclectic style has led her to work with musicians from across the spectrum including Radiohead, Natacha Atlas and the late Lee `Scratch` Perry. In 2020 she won the Jazz FM Award for UK Jazz Act of the Year, and the Jazz FM Album of The Year for her 2019 album 'Polyhymnia' and has also won the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for Innovation.

Also in the programme, we hear from South African piano virtuoso and educator Nduduzo Makhathini. Mentored by Bheki Msekelu, Makhathini continues to build upon the rich legacy of jazz greats in South Africa. He has released eight studio albums since 2014 and shows no sign of slowing down with his latest album 'In the Spirit of Ndu' released earlier this year. Here he shares his inspirations, including a soul-stirring blues track by South African jazz guitarist and vocalist Philip Tabane.

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Concert highlights from Yazz Ahmed, plus Nduduzo Makhathini's inspirations.

Y-otis In Session, Delfeayo Marsalis20200905Kevin Le Gendre presents live music from Berlin-based Swedish saxophonist Otis Sandsj怀 recorded for J to Z in Berlin. The group comprises bassist Petter Eldh, drummer Tilo Weber and Dan Nicholls on keys and synths. As heard on Sandsj撀s latest release, Y-Otis 2, they approach jazz like creative bedroom producers, blending heavy grooves, immersive electronic textures and extended saxophone techniques to brilliant effect.

Plus, trombonist and New Orleans native Delfeayo Marsalis shares his musical influences.

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Live music from Berlin-based Swedish saxophonist Otis Sandsj\u00f6 and the group Y-OTIS.