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REMEMBRANCE

Sunday 9th of November  10:00am  

"WE WILL REMEMBER THEM"

Tom will also be joined by friend Emily Jane Brookes of the The D day Darlings, discussing their brand new release with orchestral "We'll Meet Again" which is released on 3rd of November

Emily Jane Brookes


TODD'S TURNTABLE

Do not miss the brilliant Tod Gordon and his themed shows

TONIGHT!!!!!! 6th November THURDAY 8PM

TONIGHT REMEMBERING ARRANGER AND CONDUCTOR, GORDON JENKINS

FRIDAY 2AM & 7PM, SUNDAY 4PM,


The Big Band Heat

Saturday's 2.00pm, 8pm Sunday & Monday 2pm


NOW YOU HAS "JAZZ JAZZ JAZZ"

WITH JOHN PETTERS

Saturday 1st November 7pm

Sunday 7pm, Monday 7pm, Tuesday 12am, Wednesday 5am

Part 4 The British pianist Ray Smith Interview

British pianist Ray Smith has been an influential figure in the European traditional jazz scene. His extensive career includes both performance and recording collaborations with several eminent musicians and ensembles.


Saturday 1st November 8pm Sunday 2pm Monday 4am, Tuesday 6pm

David's Guest this week Ben Hemming

Now firmly established at the forefront of the U.K. Nu-Blues scene, Ben Hemming continues to receive accolades with the release of his latest album, ‘Darkness Before Dawn’, which is out now


STAR-SPANGLED RADIO HOUR

Wednesday's 5pm, Friday 5pm, Sunday 12pm

PART 2

The Final Radio Broadcasts of the Legendary Glenn Millar Orchestra from 1945

Now this great band is back here with us this evening, but without its most important member, Maj. Glenn Miller himself. For, as we know all too well, he made the supreme sacrifice 


The Louis Dowdeswell Podcast

Wednesday's 6pm - 8pm Friday 01.00am, Sunday 5pm

The Louis Dowdeswell Podcast Featuring Simon Gardner

In this compelling episode of the Louis Dowdeswell Podcast, listeners are treated to an in-depth conversation with Simon Gardner, a legendary British lead trumpet player whose career has spanned decades in the London music scene.

Throughout the discussion, Simon entertains with hilarious stories from life on tour and delves into the technicalities that brass enthusiasts will appreciate. The episode is filled with unique insights and brass geekery that cannot be found elsewhere, making it an invaluable listen for musicians and fans alike.


THE JAZZ SET

Not to be missed Wednesday's 8.00pm


RECORD OF THE WEEK

John Coltrane With The Red Garland Trio & Quintet

AVID Jazz continues with its Four Classic Albums series with a finely re-mastered 2CD release from John Coltrane with The Red Garland Trio & Quintet.

For this set, our fourth featuring John Coltrane and second featuring The Red Garland Trio & Quintet they have selected four more albums that bring together, arguably the greatest ever tenor sax player and one of perhaps the greatest unsung giants of jazz piano. Given the massive drawing power of the name John Coltrane they have cheated a little by placing his name first on this release as we genuinely feel it will lead more jazz fans to discover the genius of Red Garland who was actually the leader on three of the releases.


The Michele Monro Podcast

The 1st Wednesday of every month 7pm -8pm

Michelle Monro talks about her father the legendary singer Matt Monro.

This month, Michele and Richard discuss the 40th Anniversary of Matt's untimely death, the location of Matt's ashes and his tribute evening at the Grosvenor House Hotel in 1987.  



Saturday 8th November 8pm Sunday 2pm Monday 4am, Tuesday 6pm

David's Guest's this week

The Mighty Bosscats: Featuring their Dynamic Collaboration and Forthcoming Release

Richard Townend’s latest project brings together an impressive line-up, showcasing the talents of Matt Gillam on bass and Mark Hall on drums.

Signature Sound and Musical Chemistry

At the heart of the album lies Richard Townend’s renowned guitar work and evocative storytelling. He is expertly supported by Matt Gillam’s rich, driving bass lines and Mark Hall’s dynamic, intuitive drumming. Together, they create a fluid, conversational sound that underscores the depth and cohesion of the group’s musical vision.


MEET THE PRESENTERS

Presenters

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Louis Dowdeswell

The Louis Dowdeswell Podcast Wednesday's 6pm - 8pm Friday 01.00am, Sunday 5pm Louis talks about all things trumpet and interviews some of the biggest trumpet stars on the planet

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DENNIS M. SPRAGG STAR-SPANGLED RADIO HOUR

With the Permission of Dennis M Spragg co-ordinator of the Glenn Miller Collections at the American Music Research Center, University of Colorado Boulder, we present The Star-Spangled Radio Hour which has become one of the most popular big band programs available in the world since it went on the air in April 2010 and is the weekly “go to” spot for big band enthusiasts who enjoy original broadcasts.

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Nicola Farnon co Host with Tom on Christmas Day shows

Widely recognised as one of the classiest Jazz and Swing singers and/or double bassists in the UK, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nicola Farnon has a remarkable musical pedigree, both parents being professional classical musicians and her great uncle no less than the late Robert Farnon.  Originally raised classically on the cello and the piano, Nicola started singing and playing double bass in her twenties which led to a jazz career spanning 25 years (so far!).