Al Jarreau
Posted: 2011-10-31Legendary vocalist Al Jarreau walks us through his historic version of Paul Desmond's "Take Five."
Elvis Costello
Posted: 2011-10-24Is Elvis Costello a ballad singer who can sing rock & roll or a rock & roll singer who can sing ballads? On this backstage episode, hear what conclusion Elvis himself makes on his own vocal artistry.
Harvey Mason
Posted: 2011-08-31Harvey revisits his role on the CTI classic recording Carnegie Hall Concert featuring Gerry Mulligan and Chet Baker.
Charlie Haden
Posted: 2011-08-24Charlie Haden talks about working with collaborator Ruth Cameron and recording one of his all-time favorite songs on the most recent Quartet West album, Sophisticated Ladies.
Roy Haynes
Posted: 2011-08-19Legendary drummer talks about his brush work on the track "Stolen Moments."
Jack DeJohnette
Posted: 2011-08-09Musicians and drummers, in particular, across all genres have been blown away by the work of Jack DeJohnette. Whether Jack is leading his own groups or playing behind a cast of world class artists, his drumming is always fresh, inspired and most of all, musical. One of Jack's trademarks is his unique cymbal sound. On this Jazz Backstage episode, listen as Jack talks about his famous cymbals and creating his signature sound.
