Grammy-nominated collective säje takes vocal jazz in new directionsCapRadio’s Paul Conley spoke with Sara Gazarek, member of the vocal quartet säje. The group is performing in Sacramento on Oct. 17. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
ClassicalResources For Applying For Sacramento’s Creative Economy Recovery GrantsJuly 14, 2020The deadline to apply for Sacramento’s Creative Economy Recovery Grants is July 22. Here’s some information from the city to help those who wish to apply.
ClassicalEar To Ear: Classical Goes JazzJuly 7, 2020 | Victor FormanCapRadio Classical Host Victor Forman shares some of his favorite jazz pieces that took their inspiration from classical music.
Ear To Ear: Celebrating Canadian Jazz GreatsJuly 7, 2020 | Andrew MillsJazz Host Andrew Mills, CapRadio’s resident Canadian expat, runs through some of his favorite Canadian jazz artists in celebration of Canada Day earlier this month.
A Previously Unreleased Thelonious Monk Concert Is Coming Next MonthJune 19, 2020In 1968, a teenager convinced Thelonious Monk to play a concert at his high school in Palo Alto to ease racial tensions in his community. More than 50 years later, it's been rediscovered and remastered.
ClassicalA List Of Live Virtual Concerts To Watch During The Coronavirus ShutdownJune 10, 2020We're updating a list of live musical performances from around the world, categorized by date and genre.
Ear To Ear: What Makes A Jazz Classic?June 2, 2020 | Gary G. VercelliCapRadio Jazz Music Director Gary G. Vercelli takes a deep dive into his music library to answer the question: What makes a piece of jazz music a contemporary classic?
Ear To Ear: Inspiring Jazz Songs For A Stifled SpringMay 5, 2020 | Avery JeffryCapRadio’s Avery Jeffry rounds up some of his favorite jazz pieces that have him thinking back on good times, and looking forward to good times in the future.
Jazz Label Posi-Tone Offers CapRadio-Curated Digital Download For DonorsMay 4, 2020 | Gary G. VercelliCapRadio jazz music director Gary Vercelli interviews Marc Free, the founder of Posi-Tone Records, about the label's artistic philosophy, strong support of young artists and positive outlook during this global pandemic.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezResults Of The 2020 Next Generation Jazz FestivalApril 22, 2020The Next Generation Jazz Festival took place virtually earlier this month. We discuss notable finishes and results today.
Celebrate Public Radio Music Day With Some of CapRadio Music’s Favorite ProjectsApril 16, 2020This Public Radio Music Day, CapRadio Music has pulled together some of our favorite projects from here at the station from the past few years to celebrate our local music community.
