Jazz Inspired

One-half of the magic duo Penn & Teller, Penn Jillette discusses his bass playing during the pre-show of his Vegas act, and how jazz has changed his life.

Australian documentary filmmaker and jazz singer discusses her film "Intangible Asset Number 82", a film about one musician's journey to find the Korean musician who has inspired him, a drummer designated by Korea as "Intangible Asset Number 82".

Son of pianist Cy Walter, Mark Walter talks about bringing awareness of his father's great musical legacy.

Pianist John Eaton is a legend in his hometown of Washington D.C. and an acknowledged authority of American popular song, about which heâ??s written and lectured extensively. Judy and John discuss their long friendship and mutual admiration for great songwriters and stride piano.

Drummer, vibes and piano are the instruments of multi-talented musician John Cocuzzi, who discusses the inspiration he's gotten from his father, and how playing each of these instruments influences the other.

British classical pianist Alisdair Hogarth discusses his solo playing, accompanying vocalists and how jazz has changed the way he listen and practices. Judy recorded this conversation in London.

Pianist/vocalist Freddy Cole is a smooth, classy presence on the jazz scene, still traveling worldwide at 82, and just as opinionated and enthusiastic about the music as he was as a much younger man. He talks to Judy about it all.

The great British drummer Steve Brown discusses his wide range of influences and his work with Scott Hamilton, John Bunch, Barry Harris and other jazz giants.

With his group The Lone Sharks, Gene Casey carries on the tradition of Western Swing, roots music and old style rock and roll. He discusses the continuing appeal of this music and his soundtrack writing for â??Justifiedâ??, â??Sons of Anarchyâ?? and â??The Killing Seasonâ??.

British bassist Dave Green discusses his work with everyone from Colman Hawkins to Charlie Watts.

British writer/TV producer/theater critic Ruth Leon discusses her position as program director for Londonâ??s elegant cabaret venue, Le Crazy Coqs at the Brasserie Zedel, and why this room is thriving, when similar venues are closing in NYC.

West End and UK theater actor, pianist, vocalist Ben Stock talks about his many inspirations from Noel Coward and Tom Lehrer to John Coltrane and Artie Shaw!

Celebrated American novelist E.L. Doctorow died July 21st 2015 at the age of 84. Doctorow was a friend of Judyâ??s and one of her first guests on â??Jazz Inspiredâ??. We revisit her 2000 conversation with him, recorded in his home in Sag Harbor, NY.

New Orleans drummers Shannon Powell and Herlin Riley discuss their music and perform onstage with guest pianist Mark Shane, at the Ascona Jazz Festival in Switzerland.

Second part of Judyâ??s conversation with the Grammy winning vocalist/composer.

The first of two shows with the vocal virtuoso about his inspirations and his new CD â??Passion Worldâ??.

Vocalist Hilary Gardner discusses her debut CD celebrating New York, â??A Great Cityâ?? and her vocal trio â??Duchess.â??

Bassist (played with Sinatra and Madonna) and Broadway musical coordinator, John Miller, discusses his first feature CD under his own name featuring his favorite Broadway tunes.

Nnenna Freelon discusses her transition from health care worker to jazz singer.

Trombonist Clark Gayton discusses his work with everyone from Basie and Ray Charles to Rihanna and Sting.