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The Jazz Maker: David Miller
There's plenty of live jazz in Bloomington, Indiana on any given night. And if you're in the audience, there's a good chance one local musician is either playing or promoting that music you're hearing....
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David Amram: From Ellington to Kerouac
David Amram is a modern day Renaissance man. He’s written and performed jazz, classical and movie music and has explored world and folk genres as well. He has authored two memoirs and is a sub-culture...
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Monika Herzig’s idea of “Peace on Earth”
A new jazz CD is taking a shot at the holiday market this year, and it comes from pianist and Hoosier transplant, Monika Herzig.
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A Freddie Hubbard Tribute With David Baker
Trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, who died last week at the age of 70, was one of Indiana’s true jazz giants. On December 30, longtime Hubbard friend and musical colleague David Baker stopped by WFIU’s Just...
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“Nothing But the Best” from Frank Sinatra
In 2008, Reprise records released 21 vintage Sinatra tracks - plus a newly completed alternate rendition of "Body and Soul." Creator of WFIU's "Afterglow," Dick Bishop, comments on these unique...
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Steve Lippia: Carrying Tradition of the American Songbook
Singer Steve Lippia, whose performance in "Ol' Blue Eyes" was a sell-out, returns to Columbus, Indiana for a concert that will include music of Indiana natives Hoagy Carmichael and Cole Porter. George...
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Jazz Faculty Revives West Baden Springs Concerts
This weekend the Jacobs School of Music Jazz Faculty will perform in a legendary setting--the West Baden Springs Hotel. WFIU's David Brent Johnson spoke with bassist Jeremy Allen about the upcoming...
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Terre Haute Symphony Swings
The Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra and conductor David Bowden welcome "Five By Design" for their upcoming performance of "Club Swing." Bowden spoke to George Walker about the way the orchestra turns...
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The Future of Jazz in Bloomington
Take a glimpse into the future of jazz in Bloomington on Friday March 27th at the 5th annual musical showcase of young jazz performers. Monika Herzig co-founder of Jazz from Bloomington describes the...
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Indiana University’s President McRobbie Spins Disks At WFIU
Indiana University President Michael McRobbie and IU Jazz Legend and Professor David Baker sat in with jazz host Joe Bourne on Just You & Me on Friday, April 24th. They had a free-wheeling jam...
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Al Cobine: Another Indiana Jazz Legend Passes Away
Al Cobine, the Indiana bandleader, composer/arranger, and saxophonist who helped raise Bloomington’s music scene to national stature, passed away Thursday at the age of 82.
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Little Bands, Big Fun
If you’re looking to play four instruments, to dig in to repertoire ranging from jazz to funk to rock and roll, and to jam with several others doing the same thing, look no farther than Dr. Music’s...
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The Luke Gillespie Trio: Live At The Station
The new recording, Live at the Station features a set of standards, including "Have You Met Miss Jones," Dizzy Gillespie's "Con Alma," and "Stompin' at the Savoy." None of it was planned.
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The Many Musical Styles of The Mirari Brass Quintet
“We had a quote, when we played our concert at Cornell,” said Jessie Thoman, the group’s horn player. “It was like someone put my iPod on shuffle and played all my favorite songs.” Alex Noppe, one of...
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Camp SOUL Provides A History Of African-American Music Traditions
Camp SOUL educates teens about the evolution of African-American musical styles, from traditional gospel to 1960s jazz, to modern soul and hip-hop.
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Jefferson Street Parade Band Makes A Joyful Noise
The members of Jefferson Street Parade Band are bringing some fanfare flair to Bloomington. With drums and horns and crowds following them like the Pied Piper, they have pulled music out of the dark,...
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Al Cobine And The Singing Hoosiers
Saxophonist and composer Al Cobine donned many hats in his working career as a musician, including a close relationship with IU's Singing Hoosiers.
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Monika Herzig’s Indiana Jazz For Kids
Jazz educator Monika Herzig and other musicians and educators are bringing Indiana jazz to life for area school children.
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In The Limelight For February 22, 2011: Local Arts News
A look at what's in the limelight for the week of February 21 in local arts news.
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Shalom Center Annual Gala
The Shalom Center advocates for the most vulnerable among us and promotes activities that empower persons to develop their assets to the fullest extent possible.
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