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They lived 20 years apart, and both lived to be 80.
Each man made his mark
to make our country a better place.
One man devoted his life to music;
the other gave his life to his country.
We'll pay tribute to both accomplshed and dignified men
the b...
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Through the beauty and inspiration of jazz music
presented by its brightest lights - today Annie Ross and Jimmy Cobb -
we'll do our best to rise above the concurrent crises
facing our city and country. Jazz Current Events toward the end of the show
will feature Vancouv...
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Johnny Mandel was known for composing classic ballads -
like 'Emily' and 'Shadow Of Your Smile' -
but he could swing! We'll play from his 1958 film jazz soundtrack
to 'I Want To Live!',
featuring Gerry Mulligan,
before Miles Davis' goodbye to now ex-Blazer broadcaster...
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A veritable who's who of world class Portland area musicians
strut their stuff today, including an overdue Dan Faehnle classic CD,
and Dave Frishberg, Anita O'Day, and Nancy King "singing the unsung" behind
the trio..
We'll name them all; you won't need a scorecard.
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We offer this one-of-a kind broadcast
at this opportune time for social justice -
both featuring Ez Weiss' suite - not a religious work -
an effective musical attempt to bring us together.
Lee Konitz fans will find this KBOO interview
among the best ever of this 75...
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This is my contribution to a call for Juneteenth programming.
Happily, we have had an outstanding response
from our wonderfully unique and thoughtful group here at KBOO.
The result has been a truly memorable Juneteenth weekend.
My compliments and gratitude to you all.
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Porttland's own Ez Weiss impactful big band suite
brings today's justice - and injustice -
to the forefront.
To start the show we'll re-broadcast the 2015 then-live KBOO interview
with altoist Lee Konitz to help memorialize his 75-year career.
Nick Gefroh moderates...
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We lost saxophonist Lee Konitz on April 15
after an active career that spanned 75 years -
from 1944 through 2019.
Today, in this first of three parts,
aired just after the 2 p.m. news headlines,
we'll hear Lee from his very beginnings.
In 2 weeks, part ...
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The best excuse for some good jazz music
is no excuse. Just assume whatever position feels the best
and enjoy.
During the second hour, we'll be your jazz club
since they've had to stop the music for now.
The next scheduled Jazz In The Afternoon, May 27,...
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