I Love Jazz Interviews

Mary Bogue Interview

Don Wolff — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:24:16 +0000

Mary Bogue's debut release is "Don't Go To Strangers" & after you listen to it & her-she will no longer be a stranger. Her unique style comes from her heart & soul to yours. Each song has a story & she tells a few of them in this interview.

Mary says " Once you share a dream, you're no longer strangers-only like-spirited souls who have yet to meet."

So come along with me & meet MARY BOGUE.

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Norm Drubner Interview

Don Wolff — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 18:50:00 +0000

Norm Drubner is, for us, a newly discovered singer that has released his new CD-YOU MAKE ME FEEL SO YOUNG. Its full of standards performed in a fresh simple yet pleasing sound that will make you feel so young-again.

Norm was a lawyer turned singer who now inspires all of us would be singers to follow their dream while there is still time.
Enjoy the interview, and Enjoy the music!

Ellen Kaye Interview !

Don Wolff — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 22:44:40 +0000

Our 1st interview in some time features talented, lovely, exciting, & so much fun to listen to on her CDs & here--Ellen Kaye.

Ellen's new release is a big hit on the national charts & for good reason.

You will enjoy 3AM the dogs, the milkman & me for many reasons. Not the least is her beautiful voice & sensitive delivery-her choice of eclectic material-& you can't help but have fun & enjoy Ellen as she shares her humor & enjoyment in what she does.

Ellen Kaye is "delicious"!

Listen & learn for yourself!

Tom Culver Interview

Don Wolff — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:11:40 +0000

Teddy Presberg Funktet Featuring Dave Black

Don Wolff — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 03:39:02 +0000

Great video of Teddy Presberg Funktet performing at the Riverfront Times Music Showcase on Washington Avenue in St. Louis.

Over 50 bands played at multiple venues.

Dave Black in on guitar, one of the area's best performers.

Jack Furlong Interview

Don Wolff — Wed, 18 May 2011 15:34:03 +0000

Jack Furlong is a composer, arranger, musician & educator. His new CD is And That Happened by the Jack Furlong Quartet. In our interview Jack tells the story behind the title. We talk baseball-jazz-the appeal of the baritone saxophone-both past & future of jazz music and much more.

I learned a great deal listening to Jack & so will you.

Dr. Arthur White Interview about new CD Vertigo

Don Wolff — Sat, 07 May 2011 02:45:06 +0000

Dr. Arthur White is the Director of Jazz Studies at the University Of Missouri-Columbia. He is also the Director of the MU Jazz Band as well as a performing musician on the saxophone, composer, & arranger.

In our interview Dr. White talks about their debut recording VERTIGO-The Music of Mike Mainieri which has already received high acclaim.

Hear how my Tigers of Mizzou will henceforth be known for their jazz study program as well as on the field & on the court.

Oleg Frish Interview

Don Wolff — Tue, 03 May 2011 14:12:58 +0000

Oleg Frish is an exciting & unique entertainer, singer, radio host & a really fun interview.

Oleg was born in the former Soviet Union where he fell in love with the songs from The Great American Songbook.

You will really enjoy listening & watching his new debut DVD/CD "Bring Me Sunshine" & I assure you that when you listen to our interview you will find a little sunshine.

Ron Carter Interview

Don Wolff — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 11:50:54 +0000

Ron Carter is a legendary bassist, composer, arranger, author & educator.

He was a member of Miles Davis' classic quintet in the 60s & he has over 2500 recordings to his credit with many of the giants of jazz. He has received many awards including the Grammy & is considered by most to be the most outstanding bassist of this decade.

In our interview Ron talks about the importance of jazz education. Just listening to the great Ron Carter is an education in & of itself.

He returns to St. Louis, Mo. after many years with his Golden Striker Trio for the 8th Annual Greater St Louis Jazz Festival at The University of Missouri-St. Louis.

Nancy Marano Interview

Don Wolff — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 13:45:23 +0000

Nancy Maranon is one the best jazz vocalists & her newest release is already being considered as one of the best of this year.

Listen to this interview & hear Nancy talk about her musical history & her uncompromising principles for performing & teaching students.

Her new release is a diverse delight which showcases her talent & every tune is MAGICal. I have been a fan of hers for many years & all of her CDs are special but MAGIC is my all-time favorite.