The World of Jazz

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Airs at: Wed, 12/11/2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Every other Wednesday from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Celebrating the Art of Jazz

With the passing of venerable KBOO host David Lifton, Rita Rega will continue in David’s time slot to celebrate the art of jazz. The show “The World of Jazz” will look at this ever changing art-form and it's rich tradition. New releases will segue to familiar classics and back again. Informed conversation about our jazz community will also be presented. 

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The French Connection

Airs at: Wed, 06/14/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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We'll highlight the newest offering from Cecile McLorin Salvant called Melusine. Mostly sung in French, Melusine is a mix of originals and interpretations of 12th Century folk songs.   Read more

Blue Room: Chet Baker Vara Studio Sessions

Airs at: Wed, 05/31/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Newly discovered Chet Baker in Holland at the legendary Vara Studio will start the second hour. Read more

The World of Jazz on 05/17/23

Airs at: Wed, 05/17/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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The World of Jazz Is Spinning Your Way

Airs at: Wed, 05/03/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Rita is back with a selection of new releases.  Read more

The World of Jazz on 04/19/23

Airs at: Wed, 04/19/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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The World of Jazz on 04/05/23

Airs at: Wed, 04/05/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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The World of Jazz on 03/22/23

Airs at: Wed, 03/22/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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But Can She Play?

Airs at: Wed, 03/08/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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No bias here, just great jazz.  Read more

It All Started Here

Airs at: Wed, 02/22/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Rita will celebrate the African influence on modern jazz. Read more

Jazz is Alive in Portland

Airs at: Wed, 02/08/2023 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Gil Scott-Heron's musical partner Brian Jackson will be in for a chat. He's headlining the PDX Jazz Festival coming next week.  Read more