Chuck Israels, Alvin Queen, Arturo Sandoval & Bryn Roberts

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Off the graceful and sophisticated notes of Aloft, the 2024 album by pianist and composer Bryn Roberts, we go right into this week's journey. From there, we delve into the timeless artistry of jazz legend Chuck Israels, a master whose collaborations have defined an era. Next, we spotlight the talented Marie Goudy, imagining her delight at a dream performance featuring the brilliant Chris Potter. The energy continues as we dive into fresh offerings from jazz veterans Bevan Manson, Alvin Queen, and Steve Allee, each delivering music that resonates with their seasoned brilliance. Finally, we bring this 881st episode to a soulful close with the iconic Arturo Sandoval, sharing a heartfelt tune from his luminous new 2024 album, My Foolish Heart. So settle in, savor the sounds, and dig the jazz, my friends.

Playlist

• Bryn Roberts "You Do Something to Me" Aloft (Elastic Recordings) 0:00
• Host talks 6:24
• Chuck Israels "Natural Beauty" Garden of Delights (Dot Time Records) 8:34
• Marie Goudy's Paloma Sky "Mexico" Hold on to Me (Marie Goudy) 13:08
• Host talks 19:07
• Chris Potter "Pop Tune 1" Follow the Red Line Live at the Village Vangard (Sunnyside) 19:57
• Bevan Manson "Banyan Tree—Take the A-Train" Talking to Trees (Tiger Turn) 31:26
• Host talks 37:29
• Alvin Queen "Jazzcup Cafe Blues" The Jazzcup Cafe Blues (Cellar Live) 38:40
• Matt Slocum "Consolation Prize" Lion Dance (Sunnyside) 42:13
• Host talks 47:16
• Steve Allee "No Mind" Zebra Stories (Jazzville Records) 42:28
• Host talks 52:24
• Arturo Sandoval "Smile" My Foolish Heart (MetaJax) 53:20

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