Jazz and the American Spirit

Series produced by WUCF

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Jazz and the American Spirit examines the great stories of Jazz across America by looking at and listening to the musicians who have created it. Hosted by saxophonist and University of Central Florida Director of Jazz Studies Jeff Rupert.

Each week "Jazz and the American Spirit" examines the great stories of Jazz across America by telling the stories of the musicians who have created it. Saxophonist and University of Central Florida Director of Jazz Studies Jeff Rupert hosts the program, and thru music and storytelling he demonstrates how jazz is deeply connected to the history of America. Music featured in each week's program will paint a picture of America, thru jazz. Produced by WUCF FM 89.9, Orlando, Florida.


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Hard bop answers the question jazz musicians asked of what to do after Charlie Parker? Hard bop is an extension of bebop music. Journalists and rec...

Bought by Northwest Public Broadcasting, WCNY, Boise State Public Radio, and WCNY


  • Added: Feb 09, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 4
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This week on Jazz and the American Spirit - host Jeff Rupert introduces us to the “Gunslingers”, the tenor sax players who first stepped out as sol...

Bought by WCNY, Northwest Public Broadcasting, Boise State Public Radio, GCR (Global Community Radio), WCNY and more


  • Added: Feb 11, 2021
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 6