07:00
Ray Charles and the Raelettes - North Sea Jazz
In 1980, American soul legend Ray Charles brought the Raelettes and the Ray Charles Orchestra to the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. With them behind him, Charles showed why he has been viewed as one of the most recognizable voices in music.
08:09
Keith Jarrett - Estival Jazz Lugano
In 1986, American pianist and composer Keith Jarrett is joined by bassist Gary Peacock and drummer Jack DeJohnette at Estival Jazz Lugano. Known as the Standards Trio, they put on an enthralling performance that shows these master musicians at their best.
09:04
Billie Holiday
This compilation features recordings from the 1950s of Billie Holiday singing a string of her greatest successes. Enjoy this unique footage of one of jazz’s all-time greats!
09:40
Joe Turner - Jazz Marmalade
This vintage program, ‘Jazz Marmalade’, shows expatriate American musicians plying their trade in two Parisian jazz clubs in 1962. The line-up consists of Joe Turner, Kenny Clarke Trio with Don Byas, and the Art Simmons Trio.
09:59
Adagio from Concierto de Aranjuez
In 1969, the Modern Jazz Quartet performed at Singer Concertzaal in Laren for Dutch TV. Composed of Milt Jackson on vibraphone, John Lewis on piano, Percy Heath on bass, and Connie Kay on drums, the foursome plays with elegance and style.
10:09
Coleman Hawkins live in Belgium, 1962
In June 1962, legendary tenor saxophonist Coleman Hawkins appeared at the Festival International de Jazz Adolphe Sax in Dinant, Belgium with a quartet for an hour-long set consisting mostly of familiar standards.
11:11
jazzahead! 2022
Annual trade fair, exhibition, and festival jazzahead! is one of the international jazz community's most important events. Among the ensembles appearing at jazzahead! 2022 is saxophonist Melissa Aldana’s quartet.
11:58
Wayne Shorter Quartet - North Sea Jazz
In 1986, eminent American saxophonist Wayne Shorter performed with his quartet at the North Sea Jazz festival in The Hague. The acclaimed musician has quite a notable career, as he both worked with Art Blakey, Miles Davis, and co-founded Weather Report.
13:28
Lionel Hampton Big Band - Kurhaus Scheveningen
In 1983, American vibraphonist Lionel Hampton performed at the Kurhaus in Scheveningen. Accompanied by his big band, which included talents such as saxophonist Arnett Cobb, the "King of the Vibes" gave an energizing performance with both mallets and voice.
14:01
jazzahead! 2022 - Kathrine Windfeld Big Band
Annual trade fair, exhibition, and festival jazzahead! is one of the international jazz community's most important events. Among the bands appearing at jazzahead! 2022 is the Kathrine Windfeld Big Band from Denmark.
14:29
Donna lee
The audience at the Montreal Jazz Festival in Canada was in for a treat on July 3, 1982, as a true musical innovator hit the stage: Jaco Pastorius, who transformed the electric bass into a formidable solo instrument.
14:45
Jimmy Witherspoon Quartet & Rozaa Wortham 1985
Estival offers a thrilling and particularly surprising line-up that explores the rich world of contemporary music. Jimmy Witherspoon, known for the song “Ain’t Nobody’s Business” ends the show with some astounding lean-back blues.
15:28
Marcus Miller: Thoughts on Miles
In this 2009 portrait of Marcus Miller, Miller looks back on his relationship with Miles Davis. He shares countless stories of the recording process of the album 'Tutu', explaining how he wrote the title track.
15:51
Studio Jam: Arturo Sandoval
In 1986, Cuban trumpeter Arturo Sandoval brought his band with him to the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. Featuring talented performers like pianist Hilario Durán and guitarist Jorge Chicoy, they displayed a master class in Latin jazz fusion.
17:16
Omer Avital Qantar - Jazz in Duketown
Israeli-American double bassist Omer Avital plays radiantly energetic, resounding jazz with oriental influences. At Jazz in Duketown 2019, Avital presents singular repertoire based on his album 'Qantar'.
18:27
The Kenny Garrett Quintet
Kenny Garrett emerged in the early 1980s, redefining the alto sax with powerful intensity. His album Sounds from the Ancestors blends jazz, R&B and gospel roots from Detroit with a modern global sound.
19:43
Michelle David - Jazz in Duketown
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
07:00
Jazz a la Grand Place Chet Baker Trio
Two top-tier Belgian musicians – guitarist Philip Catherine and bassist Jean-Louis Rassinfosse – accompany American jazz trumpeter and vocalist Chet Baker during this 1985 performance at the beautiful Brussels Jazz Club.
08:29
Buck Clayton - Radio Télévision Suisse 'Variétés'
In the second half of June 1965, during a prolonged European concert tour, American trumpeter Buck Clayton (1911–1991) played a residency at the Chikito, a club in Bern, Switzerland.
08:53
Jazz in Comblain-la-Tour, 1963
In 1963, the small Belgian town of Comblain-la-Tour hosted the talented groups of Charlie Galbraith, Knut Kiesewetter, Bud Shank and Pim Jacobs, and Marc Laferrière in an exciting jazz festival that mixed new and old styles.
09:36
BIRDtv: Boogieball with Anthony Hamilton
This episode of BIRD is a fantastic registration of the after party of the North Sea Jazz Festival. This mega jam session is a great coming together of, amongst others, Anthony Hamilton, Anderson Paak, Christian Scott, Cory Henry and Kneebody!
10:03
Panorama do Choro - Da Pá Virada Sessions
The Da Pá Virada Sessions series presents the best musicians of contemporary Brazilian jazz, and beyond. Panorama de Coro combines jazz and traditional Brazilian music, resulting in a festive atmosphere that calls to mind daily life in Brazil.
11:08
DJAZZ Portrait: Wynton Marsalis
11:15
Larry Graham: Ultimate Funk at the Bataclan
Larry Graham & Graham Central Station perform at Bataclan in Paris, where numerous ‘funkateers’ cheer the famed bass player. Funk hero Graham, one-time pioneer of the art of slap-pop playing on the electric bass, shows what he's made of!
12:45
Jim Hall & Atilla Zoller - Extensions
This selection of unforgettable performances by some of the most iconic and influential jazz guitarists in history showcases these legends’ unique essence.
12:57
Mahavishnu Orchestra - Estival Jazz Lugano
In 1986, guitarist John McLaughlin, saxophonist Bill Evans, drummer Danny Gottlieb, pianist Jim Beard, and bassist Jonas Hellborg continued the Mahavishnu Orchestra's sixteen-year legacy of impressive jazz fusion at the Estival Jazz Lugano.
13:43
BIRDtv: Bassekou Kouyaté
This episode of BIRD is a fantastic registration of Bassekou Kouyaté, one of the true masters of the ngoni, an ancient traditional lute found throughout West Africa, and he has collaborated with many musicians in and outside of Mali.
14:02
Jaco Pastorius
The audience at the Montreal Jazz Festival in Canada was in for a treat on July 3, 1982, as a true musical innovator hit the stage: Jaco Pastorius, who transformed the electric bass into a formidable solo instrument.
15:01
Tyner, Hubbard & Henderson - North Sea Jazz
In 1986, American pianist McCoy Tyner brought an all-star cast to the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. With trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, saxophonist Joe Henderson, bassist Avery Sharpe, and drummer Louis Hayes, they put on a magical performance.
16:19
DJAZZ Portrait: Kurt Elling
16:29
Duke Ellington Orchestra - Het Concertgebouw
In 1958, American jazz titan Duke Ellington and his Orchestra performed at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Among the many talents in the Orchestra were trumpeter Clark Terry, trombonist Quentin Jackson, saxophonist Johnny Hodges and violinist Ray Nance.
17:36
Austin City Limits
Mixing classic R&B vocals with a soulful blues-rock base, Alabama Shakes have taken garage rock and turned it on its head. Alabama Shakes takes the Austin City Limits stage for the second time in support of their newest album Sound & Color.
18:01
jazzahead! 2022 - Francois Bourassa Quartet
Annual trade fair, exhibition, and festival jazzahead! is one of the international jazz community's most important events. Among the performing bands is the François Bourassa Quartet.
18:45
MPB Sessions - Thalma de Freitas
Thalma de Freitas is a Brazilian singer, songwriter, and actress from Rio de Janeiro. Her work is a masterful fusion of MPB (Brazilian Popular Music), jazz, and Afro-Brazilian influences.
19:46
Marius Neset - Jazz in Duketown
Copenhagen-based Norwegian saxophonist Marius Neset is known internationally for his collaborations with People Are Machines, Kaktusch, JazzKamikaze, and Django Bates' projects StoRMChaser and Human Chain.
07:00
Gregory Porter - Jazz a Vienne
Gregory Porter’s magnificent, burnished baritone can sink into a lyric with luxurious ease, the melody gently sculpted into new shapes at every turn, with the rhythm tugging subtly back and forth across the bar line.
07:42
Sammy Davis Jr. - Concertgebouw Amsterdam
In 1967, American singer and actor Sammy Davis Jr. appeared at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam for a live, nationwide TV broadcast. Supported by his band, Davis combined his singing talent and sense of humor as he covered songs from a variety of genres.
09:07
Bobby McFerrin - Estival Jazz Lugano
In 1985, American vocal virtuoso Bobby McFerrin took the stage solo at Estival Jazz Lugano. The one-man musical force stunned the audience with his unique vocal percussion as he delved into the crowd for this quirky and charming act.
09:41
Spiral
In 1982, the Superstar Quintet, which consists of trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, saxophonist Joe Henderson, drummer Tony Williams, bassist Ron Carter, and pianist Kenny Baron gave a performance of cosmic proportions at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
09:58
Ochun Chucho
Legendary Cuban pianist Chucho Valdés brought his band ‘Jazz Batá 2’ to the Malta Jazz Festival on July 19, 2019. They delivered a performance that reverberated through the historic island.
10:08
Episode 5: Chet Baker - Jazz Greats
American trumpet player Chet Baker was a popular champion of cool jazz. On May 2, 1964, he joined the Jacques Pelzer Quartet in Brussels. On September 3, 1979, Baker appeared at the Kongsberg Jazz Festival in Norway.
11:18
Malta Jazz Festival
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
12:29
Tony Bennett
Relive the magic of one of the most beloved crooners in music history in his prime: Tony Bennett! Recorded live in London’s Royal Albert Hall on March 2, 1974, this enchanting performance showcases Bennett's remarkable vocal prowess and charisma.
13:24
McCoy Tyner Trio live at Estival Lugano
McCoy Tyner is considered one of the most influential jazz pianists of the 20th century, an honour he earned both with Coltrane and in his years of performing following Coltrane’s death.
13:59
Josh Evans - Ballad Of Ernie Washington
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
14:06
Brussels Jazz Orchestra & Bert Joris - Big Valses
Founded in 1993 by Frank Vaganée, Serge Plume and Marc Godfroid, the Brussels Jazz Orchestra is recognised and has been subsidised by the Flemish Government since. Brussels Jazz Orchestra is orchestra in residence at Flagey in Brussels.
15:02
Song for my father
In 1968, the Newport Jazz Festival in Rotterdam welcomed three talented Americans: pianist Horace Silver, guitarist Muddy Waters, and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, alongside their bands.
15:19
Jazz à Vienne
World-renowned American blues singer and guitarist Magic Slim performed an electrifying set at the French festival Jazz à Vienne 2012.
16:22
On Piano
This documentary traces the first two decades of jazz in Latvia in this portrait of Jack Michalicky, the first known Latvian jazz pianist. This brief yet insightful documentary was produced by Latvian Mareks Ameriks.
16:39
Branford Marsalis Quartet - North Sea Jazz
In 1987, jazz saxophonist Branford Marsalis brought his band to the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. This broadcast presents a selection of that performance, displaying the magical and mesmerising energy coming from the legendary saxophone virtuoso.
17:49
DJAZZ Portrait: Montreux
17:55
Live in London 2013
ITunes Festival, is an annual music festival that takes place over a month in London. Sponsored by Apple Inc., it had its first edition in 2007
19:03
Roy Hargrove Quintet
Emblematic trumpeter of the second wave of "neo-boppers" that appeared at the end of the 80s in the wake of Wynton Marsalis, Roy Hargrove has established himself as one of the most talented and unpredictable of the lot.
07:00
Sarah Vaughan Live in '58 & 64: The Divine One
This concert features the Divine One in her prime, wrapping her sultry voice around jazz standards such as Lover Man. Performances like these demonstrate why Sarah Vaughan is invariably mentioned in the same breath as Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday.
08:07
O. Peterson Trio and S. Grappelli - Grand Gala
In 1974, the astounding Canadian pianist Oscar Peterson and his trio of drummer Kenny Clarke and bassist Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen performed at the Grand Gala du Disque. They are soon after joined by eminent French-Italian violinist Stéphane Grappelli.
08:23
Jazz Batá 2
Legendary Cuban pianist Chucho Valdés brought his band ‘Jazz Batá 2’ to the Malta Jazz Festival on July 19, 2019. They delivered a performance that reverberated through the historic island.
09:21
BIRDtv: Shayna Steele
In today’s episode of BIRD, Shayna Steele presents swinging acoustic Samba to storming guitar funk, everything fits like a mould. Presented with a generous portion of charm and impressive dynamic.
10:01
Mestrinho - Da Pá Virada Sessions
Accordionist Mestrinho performs with Cainã Cavalcante on guitar, Alex Buck on drums, and Carlinhos Noronha on bass. They combine the subtle rhythms of Brazilian music with the leader's instrumental virtuosity.
11:06
Gregory Porter - Jazz a Vienne
Gregory Porter’s magnificent, burnished baritone can sink into a lyric with luxurious ease, the melody gently sculpted into new shapes at every turn, with the rhythm tugging subtly back and forth across the bar line.
11:46
Thelonious Monk - Well You Needn't
Pianist Kenny Barron’s June 27, 2019 appearance at the Alfa Jazz Festival in Ukraine’s Lviv was a celebration of sublime jazz virtuosity.
12:02
Mahavishnu Orchestra - North Sea Jazz
In 1986, the third version of jazz fusion band Mahavishnu Orchestra, comprised of guitarist John McLaughlin, pianist Jim Beard, bassist Jonas Hellborg, drummer Danny Gottlieb, and saxophonist Bill Evans played at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
13:39
BIRDtv: Boogieball with Anthony Hamilton
This episode of BIRD is a fantastic registration of the after party of the North Sea Jazz Festival. This mega jam session is a great coming together of, amongst others, Anthony Hamilton, Anderson Paak, Christian Scott, Cory Henry and Kneebody!
13:54
Give It to Him
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
14:00
Mike Stern & Didier Lockwood: Jazz à Vienne
Jazz guitarist Mike Stern and fusion violin player Didier Lockwood perform a unique duo concert at the beautiful antique theatre in Vienne, France.
15:00
Trevor Richards
In this concert recording from the Ascona New Orleans Jazz Festival, held in late June and early July 1998 at picturesque Lake Maggiore in Ascona, Switzerland, Trevor Richards presents 1930s-style jazz alongside two true legends from that era.
15:50
Live in France: Jimmy Smith
Jimmy Smith: Live in '69 boasts an incredible 90-minute concert from 1969 filmed in Paris.
17:14
Straight No Chaser
In 1972, the Newport Jazz Festival in Rotterdam welcomed the Giants of Jazz, an all-star band featuring drummer Art Blakey, trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, bassist Al McKibbon, pianist Thelonious Monk, saxophonist Sonny Stitt and trombonist Kai Winding. Part 2.
17:29
The Tällberg Foundation: "Jazz for the Planet"
John Patitucci (bass) and Marco Pignataro and Joe Lovano (saxophones) present stirring jazz originals in 'Tällberg’s Jazz for the Planet', a recording made in support of the Tällberg Foundation’s aim to inspire positive climate action.
18:27
Hamilton e Laginha - Da Pá Virada Sessions
Grammy-nominated Hamilton de Holanda, who reintroduced the 10-string mandolin in Brazil, teams up with pianist Mário Laginha for stimulating duo performances of Brazil's musical treasures.
19:32
Malta Jazz Festival
Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn’s 2019 Malta Jazz Festival appearance was a celebration of jazz’s future, infused with the soul of its past. Horn’s concert was a truly spellbinding experience.
07:00
Melody Gardot at Château d'Hérouville
This program follows American singer-songwriter Melody Gardot as she visits the legendary studio Château d'Hérouville in France. After an accident in 2003 left her hypersensitive to light and sound, Gardot discovered the healing power of music.
07:53
O.P. Trio and E. Fitz. - Jazz At The Philharmonic
On May 5, 1957, jazz impresario Norman Granz presented Canadian pianist Oscar Peterson's trio, American violinist Stuff Smith, and American singer Ella Fitzgerald during the Jazz at the Philharmonic concert at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam.
09:15
Erroll Garner - Live in Singer Concertzaal, Laren
In 1962, American pianist and composer Erroll Garner performed at the Singer Concertzaal in Laren. The vibrant and joyous concert was played with drummer Kelly Martin and bassist Eddie Calhoun, each long-standing collaborators from Garner's trio.
09:43
Teddy Wilson - Théâtre de l’Atelier
Decades after the 1930s swing era came to an end, one of its giants, pianist Teddy Wilson, kept the flame of this music alive. During a hectic spring tour of Europe, the acclaimed pianist appeared at Geneva’s Théâtre de l’Atelier in 1969.
10:00
John Coltrane
Explore the music of one of the most influential and innovative saxophonists in jazz history: John Coltrane! Immerse yourself in this collection of remarkable performances from the early 1960s that showcase Coltrane's unparalleled artistry.
10:51
Teus Nobel live at the Bimhuis Amsterdam
Proving that any age is just a number, Pierre Courbois (*1940) teams up with Jesse Schilderink (*1995) and Wiro Mahieu (*1964) in his new band 3GEN3. This exciting new ensemble is augmented by pianist Jasper van ‘t Hof.
12:13
Oscar Peterson with NHØP - North Sea Jazz
In 1979, legendary Canadian pianist Oscar Peterson gave a stunning performance at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. With talented double bassist Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen accompanying him, Peterson demonstrated his piano skills with aplomb.
13:13
Live in London 2015
The Apple Music Festival (formerly known as the iTunes Festival) was a music concert series held by Apple, Inc. inaugurated in 2007.
13:51
Avishai Cohen/Tscho Theissing, Arab Medley
Double bassist Avishai Cohen’s trio with Noam David (drums) and Omri Mor (pianist) joined forces with the international Symphony Orchestra ‘INSO-Lviv’, conducted by Christian Schumann.
14:01
The Skymasters with Clark Terry - North Sea Jazz
In 1989, Dutch big band and radio orchestra The Skymasters took flight at the North Sea Jazz Festival in the Hague. Joining them is jazz legend Clark Terry on trumpet, flugelhorn and vocals in this exciting collaboration.
14:41
A Quick Sketch
In 1982, the Superstar Quintet, which consists of trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, saxophonist Joe Henderson, drummer Tony Williams, bassist Ron Carter, and pianist Kenny Baron gave a performance of cosmic proportions at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
14:57
Sing Jazz, Singapore
Raul Midón appeared at 2017’s Sing Jazz Festival in Singapore with double bassist Romeir Mendez and drummer Billy Williams.
15:49
BIRDtv: Bassekou Kouyaté
This episode of BIRD is a fantastic registration of Bassekou Kouyaté, one of the true masters of the ngoni, an ancient traditional lute found throughout West Africa, and he has collaborated with many musicians in and outside of Mali.
16:06
Jazztet Reunion - North Sea Jazz
In 1982, trumpeter Art Farmer, saxophonist Benny Golson, trombonist Curtis Fuller, bassist Rufus Reid, pianist Mickey Tucker and drummer Albert Heath reformed the legendary Jazztet after a twenty-year hiatus at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
16:36
DJAZZ Portrait: Zara McFlaren
16:42
Alfa Jazz Festival Lviv, Ukraine
Pianist Kenny Barron’s June 27, 2019 appearance at the Alfa Jazz Festival in Ukraine’s Lviv was a celebration of sublime jazz virtuosity.
18:17
Ode to Miles: Bitches Brew Beyond
Trumpeter Wallace Roney revives Miles Davis' legendary album, Bitches Brew. In this project - a brainchild of Miles' family - Miles' nephew takes part: drummer Vince Wilburn. This concert at Vienne's ancient theater in France is a grand tribute to Miles.
19:18
Larry Graham: Ultimate Funk at the Bataclan
Larry Graham & Graham Central Station perform at Bataclan in Paris, where numerous ‘funkateers’ cheer the famed bass player. Funk hero Graham, one-time pioneer of the art of slap-pop playing on the electric bass, shows what he's made of!
07:00
Gregory Porter and Metronomy - Paris
This program follows American baritone Gregory Porter as he collaborates with the British electro-pop band Metronomy. Porter gives an interview at Château Hérouville and performs songs including ‘Don't Loose Your Steam’, ‘In Fashion’, and ‘Sunny’.
08:26
Keith Jarrett - Estival Jazz Lugano
In 1986, American pianist and composer Keith Jarrett is joined by bassist Gary Peacock and drummer Jack DeJohnette at Estival Jazz Lugano. Known as the Standards Trio, they put on an enthralling performance that shows these master musicians at their best.
09:21
Marcus Miller: Thoughts on Miles
In this 2009 portrait of Marcus Miller, Miller looks back on his relationship with Miles Davis. He shares countless stories of the recording process of the album 'Tutu', explaining how he wrote the title track.
09:57
Visitor from Venus
In 1969, the Modern Jazz Quartet performed at Singer Concertzaal in Laren for Dutch TV. Composed of Milt Jackson on vibraphone, John Lewis on piano, Percy Heath on bass, and Connie Kay on drums, the foursome plays with elegance and style.
10:02
MPB Sessions - Pedro Viáfora & Celso Viáfora
Pedro Viáfora and Celso Viáfora are a father-and-son duo that brings together different generations of Brazilian music. Together, they reinterpret the tradition of MPB (Brazilian Popular Music) with sharp social commentary.
11:05
DJAZZ Portrait: Christian Scott
11:14
Michelle David - Jazz in Duketown
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
12:36
Episode 6: Herbie Hancock - Jazz Greats
American keyboard player and bandleader Herbie Hancock gained wide popularity as a leader of electric jazz-rock groups. Hancock’s band The Headhunters appeared on German television in 1974, performing songs like Palm Grease, Spank-A-Lee, and Chameleon.
13:41
BIRDtv: Shayna Steele
In today’s episode of BIRD, Shayna Steele presents swinging acoustic Samba to storming guitar funk, everything fits like a mould. Presented with a generous portion of charm and impressive dynamic.
13:56
State of Mind
Raul Midón appeared at 2017’s Sing Jazz Festival in Singapore with double bassist Romeir Mendez and drummer Billy Williams.
14:05
Spyro Gyra - North Sea Jazz
In 1982, American jazz fusion band Spyro Gyra took the stage at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. Having struck gold with their album "Morning Dance" just a few years prior, they played a slick set with exuberant energy.
15:36
Brubeck, Mingus, Smith - 7th Newport Jazz Festival
In 1972, pianist Dave Brubeck and his trio of bassist Jack Six and drummer Alan Dawson appeared at the Newport Jazz Festival in Rotterdam alongside prominent bassist Charles Mingus and his Sextet and Hammond organist Jimmy Smith and his band.
17:03
DJAZZ Portrait: Wayne Shorter
17:11
Woody Herman's Swinging Herd live in England 1964
Woody Herman: Live in '64 features a blistering one-hour concert from 1964 showcasing one of the very hottest line-ups of the "Swinging Herd,"
18:07
Brooks Bowman/Jazzmeia Horn, East Of The Sun
Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn’s 2019 Malta Jazz Festival appearance was a celebration of jazz’s future, infused with the soul of its past. Horn’s concert was a truly spellbinding experience.
18:25
jazzahead! 2022
Annual trade fair, exhibition, and festival jazzahead! is one of the international jazz community's most important events. Among the performing bands is Larnell Lewis’s septet.
19:21
Chucho Valdes - Jazz a Vienne
Chucho Valdes and his Afro-Cuban Messengers are the prime example of Latin-inspired jazz music. During his performance the legendary pianist brings the streets of Havana to the ‘Jazz a Vienne’ stage.
07:00
Sarah Vaughan Live in '58 & 64: The Divine One
This concert features the Divine One in her prime, wrapping her sultry voice around jazz standards such as Lover Man. Performances like these demonstrate why Sarah Vaughan is invariably mentioned in the same breath as Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday.
08:08
Duke Ellington Orchestra - Het Concertgebouw
In 1958, American jazz titan Duke Ellington and his Orchestra performed at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Among the many talents in the Orchestra were trumpeter Clark Terry, trombonist Quentin Jackson, saxophonist Johnny Hodges and violinist Ray Nance.
09:15
Lionel Hampton Big Band - Kurhaus Scheveningen
In 1983, American vibraphonist Lionel Hampton performed at the Kurhaus in Scheveningen. Accompanied by his big band, which included talents such as saxophonist Arnett Cobb, the "King of the Vibes" gave an energizing performance with both mallets and voice.
09:46
Horace Silver - Song for my father
Embark on a remarkable journey through the world of jazz piano as we showcase some of the most iconic and influential pianists in history. This collection of extraordinary performances captures the unique essence and brilliance of legendary pianists.
09:59
Visitor from Venus
In 1969, the Modern Jazz Quartet performed at Singer Concertzaal in Laren for Dutch TV. Composed of Milt Jackson on vibraphone, John Lewis on piano, Percy Heath on bass, and Connie Kay on drums, the foursome plays with elegance and style.
10:04
Live in France: Jimmy Smith
Jimmy Smith: Live in '69 boasts an incredible 90-minute concert from 1969 filmed in Paris.
11:31
jazzahead! 2022
Annual trade fair, exhibition, and festival jazzahead! is one of the international jazz community's most important events. Among the artists presenting themselves at jazzahead! 2023 is Brazilian virtuoso pianist Amaro Freitas.
12:18
Oscar Peterson with NHØP - North Sea Jazz
In 1979, legendary Canadian pianist Oscar Peterson gave a stunning performance at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. With talented double bassist Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen accompanying him, Peterson demonstrated his piano skills with aplomb.
13:18
Live in London 2013
The Apple Music Festival (formerly known as the iTunes Festival) was a music concert series held by Apple, Inc. inaugurated in 2007.
13:54
Kenny Barron, Blue Waters
Pianist Kenny Barron’s June 27, 2019 appearance at the Alfa Jazz Festival in Ukraine’s Lviv was a celebration of sublime jazz virtuosity.
14:04
Duke Ellington: Jazz from Newport, Brussels, 1973
The foremost jazz composer and bandleader of the twentieth century, Duke Ellington, returns with his orchestra to the festival where he revived his career in 1956, albeit in Brussels in 1973 with one of his final bands, less than a year before his death.
14:59
Herbie Hancock - Sly
Embark on a remarkable journey through the world of jazz piano as we showcase some of the most iconic and influential pianists in history. This collection of extraordinary performances captures the unique essence and brilliance of legendary pianists.
15:10
Sing Jazz, Singapore
Raul Midón appeared at 2017’s Sing Jazz Festival in Singapore with double bassist Romeir Mendez and drummer Billy Williams.
16:03
Marcus Miller: Thoughts on Miles
In this 2009 portrait of Marcus Miller, Miller looks back on his relationship with Miles Davis. He shares countless stories of the recording process of the album 'Tutu', explaining how he wrote the title track.
16:26
Episode 4: Stan Getz - Jazz Greats
American tenor saxophonist Stan Getz performed in bebop and cool jazz groups and helped popularize bossa nova in the USA. In 1983 he played in California's Napa Valley with bassist Marc Johnson, drummer Victor Lewis, and pianist Jim McNeely.
17:41
Marius Neset - Jazz in Duketown
Copenhagen-based Norwegian saxophonist Marius Neset is known internationally for his collaborations with People Are Machines, Kaktusch, JazzKamikaze, and Django Bates' projects StoRMChaser and Human Chain.
18:42
Live at A to JazZ Festival, Sofia
In 2019, the vibrant city of Sofia, Bulgaria, hosted the International A to JazZ Festival. Among the featured acts was the trailblazing jazz trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah.
20:51
Kenny Barron, DPW
Pianist Kenny Barron’s June 27, 2019 appearance at the Alfa Jazz Festival in Ukraine’s Lviv was a celebration of sublime jazz virtuosity.
21:02
Ricardo Herz Trio - Da Pá Virada Sessions
The Ricardo Herz Trio consists of Ricardo Herz on violin, Michi Ruzitschka on nylon string guitar, and Pedro Ito on percussion. Band leader Ricardo Herz is a classically-trained musician, who also studied jazz at the prestigious Berklee College of Music.
22:11
Christian McBride - Brother Malcolm
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
22:23
The New Conrad Miller Trio Live at Mocher's
Pianist Coen Molenaar – aka Conrad Miller – is active on the international jazz, fusion, dance, funk, R&B, rock, and neo-soul scenes. In this 2021 recording, Miller plays contemporary trio jazz with David de Marez Oyens (bass) and Enrique Firpi (drums).
23:20
Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, West Of The West
In 2019, the vibrant city of Sofia, Bulgaria, hosted the International A to JazZ Festival. Among the featured acts was the trailblazing jazz trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah.
23:34
Portrait of Roy Ayers
‘The legend of the groove’ is a series of documentaries about musicians who, between the late 1950s and now, have radically influenced the music of today's hip hop, soul, and rhythm 'n' blues greats, like Prince, Erykah Badu, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix.
00:00
Paolo Tomelleri
Highly acclaimed Italian clarinetist, saxophonist, and bandleader Paolo Tomelleri (1938) is a European master of traditional jazz and swing. Experience the Swing Era as never before with this concert by Paolo Tomelleri and his Big Band!
00:48
Ahmad Jamal Trio - North Sea Jazz
In 1989, legendary jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal brought his trio to the North Sea Jazz Festival. Accompanied by James Cammack on bass and David Bowler on drums, Jamal showcased his excellence.
02:09
Os Capoeira - Da Pá Virada Sessions
The Da Pá Virada Sessions series presents the best musicians of contemporary Brazilian jazz, and beyond. Ensemble Os Capoeira practices the traditional Brazilian martial art of the same name, combining dance, acrobatics, and percussive music.
03:03
Jack DeJohnette's Special Edition at Estival 1985
Jack DeJohnette, an important figure in jazz fusion, was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 2007. Discover his unique style as part of this breathtaking performance delivered at Estival.
03:55
Casper the Funky Ghost: Bootsy Collins à Vienne
Bootsy Collins' syncopated, hard and relentlessly rhythmic music strongly influenced funk music's development. Now in his 60s, Bootsy maintains that same energy, playing a spectacular show at Jazz à Vienne.
05:23
Four Pianists - Jazz a Vienne
Four legendary pianists united by the shared sense of making art: Mulgrew Miller, Benny Green, Kenny Barron, Eric Reed. Flawless piano technique, amazing musicianship and swing - the performance for true jazz lovers.
06:38
BIRDtv: Shayna Steele
In today’s episode of BIRD, Shayna Steele presents swinging acoustic Samba to storming guitar funk, everything fits like a mould. Presented with a generous portion of charm and impressive dynamic.
06:53
Tell Me Why
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
20:47
Hayo Hayta
Double bassist Avishai Cohen’s trio with Noam David (drums) and Omri Mor (pianist) joined forces with the international Symphony Orchestra ‘INSO-Lviv’, conducted by Christian Schumann.
20:54
Soldier
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
21:01
jazzahead! 2022
Annual trade fair, exhibition, and festival jazzahead! is one of the international jazz community's most important events. Among the artists presenting themselves at jazzahead! 2023 is Brazilian virtuoso pianist Amaro Freitas.
21:48
Respect to Aretha
To close its 2019 edition, Jazz à la Villette pays tribute to the queen of soul Aretha Franklin, who died in the summer of 2018.
23:23
Erroll Garner - Live in Singer Concertzaal, Laren
In 1962, American pianist and composer Erroll Garner performed at the Singer Concertzaal in Laren. The vibrant and joyous concert was played with drummer Kelly Martin and bassist Eddie Calhoun, each long-standing collaborators from Garner's trio.
23:51
Nos barracos da cidade
Brazilian artist Gilberto Gil returns to Jazz à Vienne with music inspired by his latest album ‘Fé na Festa’: a mixture of celebration, tradition and even some rock. Although his new sound has its roots in Brazilian culture, it is always inspired by jazz.
00:00
La nuit des gitans
The Royal Conservatoire of Liège hosted a ‘Night of the Gypsies’ at the International Guitar Festival of Liège in 1995. At this occasion, the Raphaël Faÿs Trio and Quintet paid tribute to Romani-Belgian jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt.
00:59
Charlie Haden & Orchestra - North Sea Jazz
In 1985, American jazz bassist and composer Charlie Haden brought his own New Liberation Orchestra to the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague for a mesmerizing performance.
02:29
G.B. 4, Red N., D.G. Band, D.B. 4 - Newport Jazz
In 1968, jazz's greatest artists appeared at the third Newport Jazz Festival in Rotterdam. This broadcast features the bands of pianist Dave Brubeck, vibraphonists Gary Burton and Red Norvo, and trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie.
03:27
Brazilian NYE
Da Pá Virada Sessions and Stingray present Brazilian singer-songwriter Paulo Novaes in an intimate performance, which was recorded in Novaes' native city of São Paulo.
04:27
Jon Hendricks and Co: Estival 1986
John Carl Hendricks is one of the instigators of "vocalese", an art form that aims to add lyrics to existing instrumental pieces and replace several instruments with singing.
05:15
Barbara
Legendary jazz pianist Horace Silver's groundbreaking fusion of hard bop, blues, soulful grooves and Cape Verdean influences have left an indelible mark on the world of jazz.
05:29
Tribute to Gilberto Gil - Da Pá Virada Sessions
Caixa Cubo joins forces with vocalist Zé Leônidas, selecting special repertoire together with Dani Gurgel from Da Pá Virada Sessions and Rokas Kučinskas from Stingray DJAZZ.
06:22
Live in London 2015
The Apple Music Festival (formerly known as the iTunes Festival) was a music concert series held by Apple, Inc. inaugurated in 2007.
06:54
Avishai Cohen/Robert Sadin, Puncha Puncha
Double bassist Avishai Cohen’s trio with Noam David (drums) and Omri Mor (pianist) joined forces with the international Symphony Orchestra ‘INSO-Lviv’, conducted by Christian Schumann.
20:00
Sly Johnson & Nicholas V. - Tribute to Marvin Gaye
For 20 years, Sly Johnson, author, composer and performer of the Saïan Supa Crew, has been touring the French music scene with his soul, hip-hop and beat-box vocals.
20:49
Betty Carter/Jazzmeia Horn, Please Do Something
Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn’s 2019 Malta Jazz Festival appearance was a celebration of jazz’s future, infused with the soul of its past. Horn’s concert was a truly spellbinding experience.
21:06
Malta Jazz Festival
The vibrant island of Malta was in for a night of light and cheerful music when Brazilian music legend João Bosco took the stage on July 21, 2018.
22:29
Dizzy Gillespie, Bebop
Pianist Kenny Barron’s June 27, 2019 appearance at the Alfa Jazz Festival in Ukraine’s Lviv was a celebration of sublime jazz virtuosity.
22:45
Grégory Privat - SOLEY
Pianist Grégory Privat's 2020 work "Soley" inhabits a hybrid universe in which voice, piano and synthesizer, Caribbean and electronic music, and the classical and jazz trio traditions coexist and mingle.
23:23
Josh Evans - Pier One Import
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
23:39
Marcus Miller: Thoughts on Miles
In this 2009 portrait of Marcus Miller, Miller looks back on his relationship with Miles Davis. He shares countless stories of the recording process of the album 'Tutu', explaining how he wrote the title track.
00:00
Winter 1980: Maynard Ferguson Big Band in Brussels
The Maynard Ferguson Big Band’s Winter Tour of 1980 included a stop at the Brussels Jazz Club. Ferguson and his band turn in a performance that includes some hits of the day, including Weather Report’s “Birdland” and Rocky’s theme, “Gonna Fly Now.”
00:46
H. Jones, J. Woode, C. Lucas - North Sea Jazz
In 1986, an alto sax choir consisting of Bob Wilber, Marshall Royal, Piet Noordijk, Lee Konitz and many more performed at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. A rhythm section of Hank Jones, Jimmy Woode and Clyde Lucas accompanied them.
01:34
The Good Times
The Crusaders, an American jazz fusion group that was popular in the '70s. Their performance at Estival is beyond soulful and an amazing show to watch.
01:46
Andre Marques - Da Pá Virada Sessions
The Da Pá Virada Sessions series presents the best musicians of contemporary Brazilian jazz, and beyond. Pianist, composer, and arranger André Marques is a key player in today's Brazilian music, performing an intimate solo recital for Da Pá Virada Sessions.
02:45
Carla Bley Sextet live at Estival Lugano 1986
Estival offers a thrilling and particularly surprising line-up that explores the rich world of contemporary music. Discover the special bond between pianist Carla Bley and bassist Steve Swallow. The two have performed in the same bands since the '60s.
03:32
Michelle David - Jazz in Duketown
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
04:41
Bill Evans & The Spykillers
American jazz saxophonist and two-time Grammy nominee Bill Evans plays at the legendary Parisian nightclub New Morning with Wolfgang Haffner (drums), Gary Grainger (bass) and Simon Oslender (keys), collectively known as The Spykillers.
06:29
Portrait of Roy Ayers
‘The legend of the groove’ is a series of documentaries about musicians who, between the late 1950s and now, have radically influenced the music of today's hip hop, soul, and rhythm 'n' blues greats, like Prince, Erykah Badu, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix.
06:53
If Only
Raul Midón appeared at 2017’s Sing Jazz Festival in Singapore with double bassist Romeir Mendez and drummer Billy Williams.
20:52
I Own the Night
In 2019, the vibrant city of Sofia, Bulgaria, hosted the International A to JazZ Festival. Among the featured acts was the trailblazing jazz trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah.
21:03
jazzahead! 2022
Among the bands presenting themselves at jazzahead! 2024 is Sultan Stevenson’s trio. Pianist Stevenson, a Londoner with Caribbean roots, graduated from Conservatory in 2023. He is a rapidly rising talent in the London jazz circuit, whose debut album 'Faithful One' won him the Parliamentary Jazz Award for the best newcomer. Described by The Telegraph as “an incipient master”, Sultan Stevenson (piano) appears at jazzahead! 2024 with Jacob Gryn (bass) and Joel Waters (drums).
21:41
Casper the Funky Ghost: Bootsy Collins à Vienne
Bootsy Collins' syncopated, hard and relentlessly rhythmic music strongly influenced funk music's development. Now in his 60s, Bootsy maintains that same energy, playing a spectacular show at Jazz à Vienne.
23:09
DJAZZ Portrait: SummerJazz Leiden
23:19
Billie Holiday
This compilation features recordings from the 1950s of Billie Holiday singing a string of her greatest successes. Enjoy this unique footage of one of jazz’s all-time greats!
00:00
Rhoda Scott & La Velle: Hammond, Soul and Blues
Although American soul and jazz organist Rhoda Scott spent most of her career in France, this performance at the antique theatre of Vienne is special: she presents an intimate and beautiful performance with US gospel and blues singer La Velle.
00:58
Michael Brecker Band - North Sea Jazz
In 1989, American saxophonist Michael Brecker played at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. Joined by bassist Jeff Andrews, drummer Adam Nussbaum, pianist Joey Calderazzo, and guitarist Mike Stern, Brecker displayed his virtuosity in spades.
02:26
Anita Oday Live in Sweden 1963
Anita O’Day boasts two wonderful concerts from 1963 and 1970 that present the “jazz singer supreme” in impeccable form. This show is a testimony to one of jazz music’s true originals and shows unequivocally why she is ranked in the top tier of vocalists.
03:19
Astrud Gilberto Band Live at Estival Lugano 1985
Estival offers a thrilling and particularly surprising line-up that explores the rich world of contemporary music. “The Girl From Ipanema”, Astrud Gilberto’s second name, gives an outstanding, swinging performance at Estival Lugano.
04:00
Tania Maria Trio - North Sea Jazz
In 1988, acclaimed Brazilian singer and pianist Tania Maria performed with bassist Leonard Traversa and drummer Kim Plainfield at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. Maria is known for her energetic personality and unique style of singing.
05:09
Christian McBride - John Day
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
05:21
Libérica Arrels
Catalan bass player Manel Fortià returns to his roots to reinvent traditional Catalan repertoire. Libérica’s 2021 album ‘Arrels’ explores Catalan hymns, heard here during a live performance at Nova Jazz Cava in Barcelona.
06:24
Lionel Hampton Big Band - Kurhaus Scheveningen
In 1983, American vibraphonist Lionel Hampton performed at the Kurhaus in Scheveningen. Accompanied by his big band, which included talents such as saxophonist Arnett Cobb, the "King of the Vibes" gave an energizing performance with both mallets and voice.
06:54
Skylark
Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn’s 2019 Malta Jazz Festival appearance was a celebration of jazz’s future, infused with the soul of its past. Horn’s concert was a truly spellbinding experience.
20:49
The last chieftain
In 2019, the vibrant city of Sofia, Bulgaria, hosted the International A to JazZ Festival. Among the featured acts was the trailblazing jazz trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah.
21:02
Salomao Soares Trio - Da Pá Virada Sessions
The Salomão Soares Trio consists of Salomão Soares on piano, Paulo Almeida on drums, and Thiago Alves on bass. Band leader Soares was a finalist of the 2017 Montreux Jazz Festival piano competition.
22:12
Medley
Brazilian artist Gilberto Gil returns to Jazz à Vienne with music inspired by his latest album ‘Fé na Festa’: a mixture of celebration, tradition and even some rock. Although his new sound has its roots in Brazilian culture, it is always inspired by jazz.
22:24
Archie Shepp All Star - Tribute to John Coltrane
In 1960, Archie Shepp attended a concert of John Coltrane at the Five Spot, legendary club of the Lower East Side. Fascinated, he quickly decided to devote himself to the tenor saxophone. Five years later, Shepp - already a staple of free jazz - finally recorded alongside his idol.
23:20
Nasheet Waits - K-Kelli Sketch
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
23:34
Portrait of Roy Ayers
‘The legend of the groove’ is a series of documentaries about musicians who, between the late 1950s and now, have radically influenced the music of today's hip hop, soul, and rhythm 'n' blues greats, like Prince, Erykah Badu, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix.
00:00
Ray Charles and the Raelettes - North Sea Jazz
In 1980, American soul legend Ray Charles brought the Raelettes and the Ray Charles Orchestra to the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. With them behind him, Charles showed why he has been viewed as one of the most recognizable voices in music.
01:09
Freddie Hubbard & The Satchmo Legacy Live in 1987
Estival offers a thrilling and particularly surprising line-up that explores the rich world of contemporary music. Freddie Hubbard is an American jazz trumpeter whose influential tone contributed to new perspectives for modern jazz and bebop.
01:58
Horace Silver - Song for my father
Embark on a remarkable journey through the world of jazz piano as we showcase some of the most iconic and influential pianists in history. This collection of extraordinary performances captures the unique essence and brilliance of legendary pianists.
02:12
Brazilian NYE
Da Pá Virada Sessions and Stingray present this Latin jazz performance by São Paulo-born singer, composer, instrumentalist, arranger, and producer Filo Machado.
03:12
The Crusaders: Estival Lugano 1987
The Crusaders, an American jazz fusion group that was popular in the '70s. Their performance at Estival is beyond soulful and an amazing show to watch.
04:15
Sly Johnson & Nicholas V. - Tribute to Marvin Gaye
For 20 years, Sly Johnson, author, composer and performer of the Saïan Supa Crew, has been touring the French music scene with his soul, hip-hop and beat-box vocals.
05:04
The Kenny Garrett Quintet
Kenny Garrett emerged in the early 1980s, redefining the alto sax with powerful intensity. His album Sounds from the Ancestors blends jazz, R&B and gospel roots from Detroit with a modern global sound.
06:19
Mr. Phone Bone
The audience at the Montreal Jazz Festival in Canada was in for a treat on July 3, 1982, as a true musical innovator hit the stage: Jaco Pastorius, who transformed the electric bass into a formidable solo instrument.
06:36
On Piano
This documentary traces the first two decades of jazz in Latvia in this portrait of Jack Michalicky, the first known Latvian jazz pianist. This brief yet insightful documentary was produced by Latvian Mareks Ameriks.
06:53
Baiao da penha
Brazilian artist Gilberto Gil returns to Jazz à Vienne with music inspired by his latest album ‘Fé na Festa’: a mixture of celebration, tradition and even some rock. Although his new sound has its roots in Brazilian culture, it is always inspired by jazz.
20:19
jazzahead! 2022 - Fergus McCreadie
Annual trade fair, exhibition, and festival jazzahead! is one of the international jazz community's most important events. One of the bands taking the stage at jazzahead! 2022 is the trio of Scottish pianist-composer Fergus McCreadie.
20:51
Marcus Strickland - The Middle Man
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
21:00
Troy 'Trombone Shorty' Andrews: Jazz à Vienne
Jazz phenomenon Trombone Shorty dishes out a mix of funk, jazz, hip-hop and soul at this concert at the French festival Jazz à Vienne. With his hypnotic performance and boundless energy, Trombone Shorty puts up an unparalleled performance.
22:04
Maceo Parker: Jazz a Juan
At 25, saxophonist Maceo Parker played in James Brown's band, but today he is also known for his collaborations with George Clinton's Parliament-Funkadelic and Bootsy Collins' Rubber Band.
23:00
DJAZZ Portrait: Stranger than Paranoia
23:15
Bobby McFerrin - Estival Jazz Lugano
In 1985, American vocal virtuoso Bobby McFerrin took the stage solo at Estival Jazz Lugano. The one-man musical force stunned the audience with his unique vocal percussion as he delved into the crowd for this quirky and charming act.
23:49
Gonna Be Alright
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
00:00
Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 - Cabaret Sauvage
Seun Anikulapo Kuti possesses the grace, energy and fury of his father, the legendary artist Fela Kuti. With the musicians of Fela Kuti’s legendary band Egypt 80, Seaun Kuti brings to life the most original incarnation of Afrobeat.
01:30
Michael Brecker Band - North Sea Jazz
In 1989, American saxophonist Michael Brecker played at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague. Joined by bassist Jeff Andrews, drummer Adam Nussbaum, pianist Joey Calderazzo, and guitarist Mike Stern, Brecker displayed his virtuosity in spades.
02:58
"Long Tall Dexter" Live in '64
Dexter Gordon: Live in '63 & '64 features three concerts filmed in Holland, Switzerland, and Belgium that highlight the bebop legend's classic style and silky tone.
04:06
Jazz Batá 2
Legendary Cuban pianist Chucho Valdés brought his band ‘Jazz Batá 2’ to the Malta Jazz Festival on July 19, 2019. They delivered a performance that reverberated through the historic island.
05:05
Jazztet Reunion - North Sea Jazz
In 1982, trumpeter Art Farmer, saxophonist Benny Golson, trombonist Curtis Fuller, bassist Rufus Reid, pianist Mickey Tucker and drummer Albert Heath reformed the legendary Jazztet after a twenty-year hiatus at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
05:48
Misc: Jérôme Beaulieu live in Montreal
Modern jazz with a twist, based on a group effort rather than on personal virtuosity: ‘Misc’! The ‘Trio Jérôme Beaulieu’ quickly made a name for itself, winning the Montreal contest ‘Jazz en Rafale’ and the ‘Grand Prix du Festi-Jazz’ within a year!
06:30
North Sea Jazz Archive: Wayne Shorter Quartet
This broadcast from the North Sea Jazz Archives presents the great Wayne Shorter Quartet. Shorter’s maxim is to reinvent his music during each concert. He means to give his music a radical originality.
20:13
Gregory Porter - Jazz a Vienne
Gregory Porter’s magnificent, burnished baritone can sink into a lyric with luxurious ease, the melody gently sculpted into new shapes at every turn, with the rhythm tugging subtly back and forth across the bar line.
20:55
Christian McBride - Brother Malcolm
On July 20, 2018, double bassist Christian McBride presented his band ‘New Jawn’ at the Malta Jazz Festival. Hailing from Philadelphia, this music luminary combines jazz, R&B, pop/rock, hip hop/neo-soul, and classical.
21:06
Trio Corrente - Da Pá Virada Sessions
Trio Corrente was formed in 2001, consisting of Fabio Torres on piano, Paulo Paulelli on bass, and Edu Ribeiro on drums. Since then, the trio has been creating an original sound playing the classics of choro and Música Popular Brasileira.
22:12
Betty Carter/Jazzmeia Horn, Please Do Something
Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn’s 2019 Malta Jazz Festival appearance was a celebration of jazz’s future, infused with the soul of its past. Horn’s concert was a truly spellbinding experience.
22:30
Three Cohens
They are three siblings, born in Israel, passed through New York, each leading brilliant careers. The youngest, Avishai, has established himself as one of the most original trumpet players of the moment, author of highly acclaimed albums on the ECM label.
23:31
Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, West Of The West
In 2019, the vibrant city of Sofia, Bulgaria, hosted the International A to JazZ Festival. Among the featured acts was the trailblazing jazz trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah.
23:45
On Piano
This documentary traces the first two decades of jazz in Latvia in this portrait of Jack Michalicky, the first known Latvian jazz pianist. This brief yet insightful documentary was produced by Latvian Mareks Ameriks.
00:00
Paolo Tomelleri
Highly acclaimed Italian clarinetist, saxophonist, and bandleader Paolo Tomelleri (1938) is a European master of traditional jazz and swing. Experience the Swing Era as never before with this concert by Paolo Tomelleri and his Big Band!
00:48
Tony Bennett
Relive the magic of one of the most beloved crooners in music history in his prime: Tony Bennett! Recorded live in London’s Royal Albert Hall on March 2, 1974, this enchanting performance showcases Bennett's remarkable vocal prowess and charisma.
01:55
Forró Series
Drawing from her Brazilian roots, upcoming vocalist Fran Nóbrega is poring today’s underground scene to bring us the latest trends in forró and popular Brazilian music.
02:47
Jaco Pastorius
The audience at the Montreal Jazz Festival in Canada was in for a treat on July 3, 1982, as a true musical innovator hit the stage: Jaco Pastorius, who transformed the electric bass into a formidable solo instrument.
03:44
Larry Graham: Ultimate Funk at the Bataclan
Larry Graham & Graham Central Station perform at Bataclan in Paris, where numerous ‘funkateers’ cheer the famed bass player. Funk hero Graham, one-time pioneer of the art of slap-pop playing on the electric bass, shows what he's made of!
05:15
Live in London 2013
ITunes Festival, is an annual music festival that takes place over a month in London. Sponsored by Apple Inc., it had its first edition in 2007
06:22
A Quick Sketch
In 1982, the Superstar Quintet, which consists of trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, saxophonist Joe Henderson, drummer Tony Williams, bassist Ron Carter, and pianist Kenny Baron gave a performance of cosmic proportions at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague.
06:37
BIRDtv: Bassekou Kouyaté
This episode of BIRD is a fantastic registration of Bassekou Kouyaté, one of the true masters of the ngoni, an ancient traditional lute found throughout West Africa, and he has collaborated with many musicians in and outside of Mali.
06:52
Up Above My Head
The talented American singer Michelle David performs pop and gospel music that feeds the heart and soothes the soul at Jazz in Duketown 2019.
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