The Annals of Jazz
Series produced by KCSM

Richard Hadlock
The sound of surprise describes both Jazz itself and the enduring premise of "The Annals of Jazz". Since 1959, host Richard Hadlock has been improvising on historical themes and bringing forth worthy performers--from Armstrong to Zorn.
The sound of surprise describes both Jazz itself and the enduring premise of "The Annals of Jazz". Since 1959, host Richard Hadlock has been improvising on historical themes and bringing forth worthy performers--from Armstrong to Zorn. Each program, we may find Annals in Europe, Asia, Latin America or Back of Town anywhere.
37 Pieces
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- Length: 59:47
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- Length: 01:00:08
Forty Nine Years with Darnell Howard
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- Length: 59:52
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- Length: 58:22
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- Length: 57:18
A group of friends who attended Austin High School in a suburb of Chicago discovered jazz in the 1920's. Together, their excitement for the music o...
- Added: Mar 31, 2016
- Length: 01:01:04
Richard Hadlock explores the musical trajectory of Charles Campbell.
- Added: Jul 21, 2015
- Length: 58:19
Thomas Fats Waller was a master of the piano. However, this show features his works entirely on the organ.
- Added: Jul 21, 2015
- Length: 58:06
Going back 90 years from Clarence Williams to the New Orleans Rhythm Kings. 1925 was a prolific year for recorded music as the recording technology...
- Added: Jun 02, 2015
- Length: 59:02
A look into three expressive trombonists: Sammy Williams, Bill Harris and Wycliffe Gordon
- Added: Jun 02, 2015
- Length: 01:00:39
Exploring the art of reshaping and reforming familiar song melodies...A common practice done by jazz instrumentalists.
- Added: Jun 02, 2015
- Length: 58:00
Clarinetist/Saxophonist, Omer Simeon played for many years with some of the best bands in jazz as a sideman and never had the desire to lead his ow...
- Added: Jun 04, 2015
- Length: 58:52
Host, Richard Hadlock explores the players of yesteryear who showed immense talent as teenagers. Musicians, Jabbo Smith, Mary Lou Williams and Gene...
- Added: Jun 09, 2015
- Length: 59:43
Musical Instruments referred to by musicians as "Axes" are investigated. Often home made or manufactured there are hundreds of instruments. Host, R...
- Added: Jun 09, 2015
- Length: 02:02:36
The San Francisco Bay Area Jazz scene is a special place known for its diversity and camaraderie among its musicians. Host, Richard Hadlock samples...
- Added: Jun 09, 2015
- Length: 01:01:51