Nicole Zuraitis Two 1/31-2/6
Singer/songwriter/pianist, Nicole Zuraitis has a big heart and a big voice to match. She leans into both to spread her love and art around, always hoping to make the world a better place.
Nicole first appeared on Jazz Inspired to discuss her CD How Love Begins, which went on to win a Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Album. She won a second Grammy the following year, along with her husband, drummer Dan Pugach. Now, Live at Vic’s Las Vegas, her first recorded live, has two Grammy Nominations. I was curious how this recognition has changed her life and what she’s discovered from the experience.
Christian McBride 2/7-13
Nine-time Grammy-winning bassist, bandleader, composer and voice of Jazz Night in America, Christian McBride, is everywhere all at once. You’d think he’d wear out, but no, he’s tirelessly passionate about it all and can’t wait to dive into the next project, whatever that might be.
I discussed it all with Christian and his latest CD at the time, Without Further Ado, Vol. 1, which features his big band and some of his favorite musicians, from famous longtime collaborators like Sting and Dianne Reeves, to newer voices like Antoinette Henry and Samara Joy.
Sinne Eeg 2/14-20
Antoine Drye 2/21-27
Composer/trumpeter Antoine Drye’s latest CD, Retreat to Beauty, with orchestrations by Isaac Raz, celebrates Antoine’s love of the Great American Songbook, and newer compositions that honor that tradition.
It’s rare to hear a recording these days with an orchestra with live musicians, not sampled sounds. Retreat to Beauty celebrates not only this music, but the communal experience of making it.
Leonard Maltin Two 2/28-3/6
Catina DeLuna & Otmaro Ruiz 3/7-13