PRX - Pieces for Tone: Sentimental

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On this episode, it’s a roll call of first names in the Great American Songbook, including “Nancy With The Laughing Face,” “Happiness Is A Thing Ca...

  • Added: Sep 08, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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This episode is a reminiscence sparked by some photos taken over 60 years ago. I’m pretty sure my father took the photos, because I can’t remember ...

  • Added: Sep 01, 2022
  • Length: 04:42
Caption: Sounds Jewish, Credit: Mississippi Public Broadcasting
Tune in to the next Sounds Jewish for music that just may inspire you on your teshuvah journey.

Bought by WLPR


  • Added: Aug 26, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1
Caption: Album cover for the new Resonance Records box set "Hittin' The Ramp"
This week, Mark Chilla talks with jazz historian Will Friedwald about the early years of Nat King Cole and the King Cole Trio, as they explore some...

  • Added: Aug 25, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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From the 1950s on, Ella Fitzgerald became known around the world as one of the most renowned live performers in jazz. This week, we’ll sample from ...

  • Added: Aug 25, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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Our journey of musical discovery continues with an historical exposé on some of our timeless jazz standards. This week, we bring you brand new reco...

  • Added: Aug 25, 2022
  • Length: 01:50:40
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I’ll admit that I’ve never been the best with numbers… so I hope you’ll join me as together, we learn about our 1-2-3s. Hear the sounds of timeless...

  • Added: Aug 23, 2022
  • Length: 01:50:40
Caption: Willie Dixon
It wasn't exclusively "the blues" that started rock and roll. In previous shows we heard how the cha cha, mambo, bolero, and even sea shanty were ...

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  • Added: Aug 22, 2022
  • Length: 04:59:00
  • Purchases: 8
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Our fall semester continues at Simply Timeless Academy as we learn a few lessons of “Give and Take.” Your instructors include such talents as Errol...

  • Added: Aug 19, 2022
  • Length: 01:50:40
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As many students return to the classroom, we’re taking you back to school for a few… lessons in jazz. Join host Jay Daniels for timeless music from...

  • Added: Aug 18, 2022
  • Length: 01:50:40
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The “conditional love song” became a staple of musical theater in its golden age, and this week on Afterglow, we’ll listen to jazz interpretations ...

  • Added: Aug 05, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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Doesn’t it seem in life that for every answer we give, there are two or three more questions? Well, we have just a few of those this week as we bri...

  • Added: Aug 02, 2022
  • Length: 01:50:40
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Legendary trumpeter and educator Clark Terry had a career that lasted for nearly 70 years. This week, we’ll explore Terry’s work alongside singers ...

  • Added: Jul 29, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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Before Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart, there was Walter Donaldson and Gus Kahn. This week, we’ll explore the songs of these early songwriters, inc...

  • Added: Jul 28, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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It’s always a pleasure to share the latest recordings from the world of jazz… and this week, you’ll hear new music from talented artists like Tromb...

  • Added: Jul 24, 2022
  • Length: 01:50:40
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Dave Brubeck was one of the most influential jazz pianists of the 20th century, and this week we’re exploring his work with singers like Tony Benne...

  • Added: Jul 20, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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In the last of three episodes celebrating Judy Garland’s 100th birthday, we take a closer look at her final years in the 1950s and 60s, and her man...

  • Added: Jul 19, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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San Miguelito (Antigonon leptopus) is quite the Mexican native plant. I read that it’s found in habitat not only in Sonora and Chihuahua and southw...

  • Added: Jul 19, 2022
  • Length: 05:08
Caption: Colombian Artist Botero
The people of Colombia love Tango and have honored Carlos Gardel's legacy since his tragic death there in 1935.

Bought by WXXI Rochester


  • Added: Jul 12, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1
Caption: Kronos Quartet in 1990
Astor Piazzolla's collaboration with the Kronos Quartet at the end of his life.

Bought by WXXI Rochester


  • Added: Jul 11, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1
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Our “Maiden Voyage” continues as we journey out to sea and “Return to Paradise.” Hear the timeless sounds of jazz from Herbie Hancock, Patti Austin...

  • Added: Jul 11, 2022
  • Length: 01:50:40
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This week on Afterglow, we explore the King Of Swing, Mr. Benny Goodman, and the many singers who front his big band. We’ll hear Goodman with singe...

  • Added: Jul 11, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
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This week, we take a look at some of the jazz and swing tunes from the 1950s Capitol Records diva Kay Starr, in honor of her 100th birthday.

  • Added: Jul 11, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
Caption: Troilo with his Orchestra
Music for a milonga, from the perspective of a Tango DJ.

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  • Added: Jul 10, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1
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Francisco Canaro's music with his small ensembles, Quinteto Pirincho and Quinteto Don Pancho.

Bought by WXXI Rochester


  • Added: Jul 10, 2022
  • Length: 59:00
  • Purchases: 1