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The Jazz Real Book

Jay Sweet
Jazz
Bluesette
Miles Davis
Bebop
Jazz Standards
Scott Lafaro
Toots Thielemans
Cool Jazz
John Coltrane
Thelonious Monk
Django Reinhardt
Tommy Dorsey
Blue Train
Jazz Harmonicas
Brian Bromberg
Gil Evans
Blues For Alice
Bill Evans
Blue Monk
Middlesex County Jazz Festival

In this podcast, Jazz History professor, biographer, musician, and popular podcaster Jay Sweet will help guide you through the tunes included in the Jazz Real Book. For decades, this book (often called "The Jazz Bible") has been a resource for jazz musicians looking to learn jazz standards and repertoire. This podcast will discuss essential recordings and details associated with the songs in the J... more

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Wolfgang Muthspiel
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Jay Beckenstein
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Jay Sweet
Host of The Jazz Real Book, an experienced jazz history professor and musician who guides listeners through the tunes included in the Jazz Real Book, providing historical context and musical analysis.

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Anthony Stanco Interview
Q: Can you talk a little bit about the trumpet competition you participated in?
Anthony Stanco discusses his experience competing in events like the International Trumpet Guild and National Trumpet Competition, showcasing his growth and connections in the jazz community.
Jerome Sabbagh Interview
Q: What was your experience with Paul Motian like?
Sabbagh described Paul Motian as a magical musician who was very easy to play with due to his clear musical direction and great listening skills. He found the experience to be incredibly lucky and influential.
Jerome Sabbagh Interview
Q: Can you talk about the band and how you all know each other?
Sabbagh explained that he has been playing with Ben Monder and Joe Martin for about 20 years and chose to collaborate with them for his latest record. Nasheet Waits joined later and fits well with the group dynamic.
Jerome Sabbagh Interview
Q: What prompted you to start your own label?
Jerome Sabbagh explained that he started his own label to press vinyl and maintain artistic control over his recordings, having experienced difficulty with labels that did not believe in vinyl before.
Wolfgang Muthspiel Interview
Q: What influences shaped your interest in jazz?
Initially, I was fascinated by ECM artists like Pat Metheny and Keith Jarrett before exploring older jazz.

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Exploring the world of jazz, this podcast offers in-depth discussions about the tunes featured in the Jazz Real Book, often regarded as the essential resource for jazz musicians. Each episode brings insights from a seasoned jazz history professor and musician, focusing on the intricate details of jazz standards, the influential artists who created them, and notable recordings that have shaped the genre. The content is rich with historical context, musical analysis, and personal stories from industry professionals, making it a perfect listen for both avid jazz enthusiasts and those new to the genre.

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2. Diana Krall
3. Jerome Sabbagh
4. Paquito D'Rivera
5. Wolfgang Muthspiel
6. Marc Johnson
7. Bill Goodwin
8. Jay Beckenstein

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