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Vinyl Vault—Acousticity

Mandolinist David Grisman developed his own musical style which he calls “Dawg Music.” It’s essentially a combination of American Bluegrass and American Jazz. All-American, so to speak. The Vinyl Vault…

Stories of Standards—Nica’s Dream

Linda Hillshafer

Tune in weekday mornings to hear our favorite versions of "Nica's Dream.” Rodney Franks presents Stories of Standards Monday through Friday at 7:50 and 8:50 am! Stories of Standards is…

New Music Monday—John Patitucci, Reggie Quinerly & Kenny Polson

New music premiering the week of March 29 include: John Patitucci-Vinnie Colaiuta-Bill Cunliffe — "Trio" When 3 musicians of this high caliber join forces to record, amazing playing abounds! Individually,…

Celebrating Nikki Giron—Women's History Month

Colorado native Nikki Giron is a singer/songwriter alto saxophonist. At a very young age, Nikki Giron was inspired by the great Elvis Presley. She had always loved to sing but…

Celebrating Julie Monley—Women's History Month

Julie Monley is a singer, percussionist, and educator and resides in Denver, Colorado. She plays in many different genres of music but mostly known as a jazz singer. With a…

Celebrating the Spirit of Cesar Chavez & the Chicano Movement

Canción Mexicana celebrates the spirit of Cesar Chavez and the Chicano movement. Cesar Chavez inspired a movement of non-violent means to champion the basic rights and living conditions of the…

The Jazz River—Planet Squeezbox

The accordion is a much-maligned instrument. Scorned by the cultural elite as well as regular folks whose associations with the instrument may relate to corny polka and beer hall Oom…

Truly Texas Mexican—Tacos, Feminism, and Cultural Resistance

Debbie Higgs

Celebrate the contributions of Native American women and the roots of Mexican food with a special virtual cooking session and conversation with Chef and Food Writer, Adán Medrano. This event…

New Music Monday—Dr. Lonnie Smith, Michael Dease, & Out To Dinner

The following new music will premier on the KUVO airwaves on Monday, March 22 at 12 noon: Dr. Lonnie Smith - "Breathe" For over 60 years Lonnie Smith has been…

Stories of Standards—Recorda Me

Linda Hillshafer

Tune in weekday mornings to hear our favorite versions of "Recorda Me.” Rodney Franks presents Stories of Standards Monday through Friday at 7:50 and 8:50 am! Stories of Standards is…

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