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The Night Beat—Bob Koester & Delmark Records

Bob Koester, owner of the legendary Jazz Record Mart in Chicago and founder of Delmark Records, passed away on May 12, at the age of 88. Delmark Records is the…

The Night Beat—Birthdays of the Swing Era

Join Doug Crane this Wednesday evening at 8pm for The Night Beat as he notes the birthdays of trumpeter Ziggy Elman, vocalist Denise Donatelli and guitarist David Torn. It’s also…

The Night Beat—The Recording Legacy of Curtis Fuller

Your host Doug Crane will look back at the recording legacy of trombonist Curtis Fuller. He passed away on May 8, at the age of 88. How to sum up…

The Night Beat—Tribute to Al Schmitt

George Benson, Diana Krall, Bill Evans, Gregory Porter, Danilo Perez, Al Jarreau, and Roy Hargrove. They're just a few of the jazz musicians recorded or produced by Al Schmitt. The…

Jazz Goes to the Movies Week 5

By popular demand, Jazz Goes to the Movies has been held over for a fifth and final week as part of KUVO's spring pledge drive. Join host Doug Crane on…

Jazz Goes to the Movies Week 4

Tune in to week four of Jazz Goes to the Movies as we turn our attention to music from Film Noir classics, spy thrillers, and music inspired by movies. We'll…

Jazz Goes to the Movies Week 3

Week 3 of "Jazz Goes to the Movies" turns its attention to Foreign Films. You’ll hear music from two classic films by director Jacques Demy and composer Michel Legrand: The…

Jazz Goes to the Movies Week 2

Join Doug Crane on Wednesday evening April 14, at 8 pm for week 2 of "Jazz Goes to the Movies" on the Night Beat. It's all about the melody this…

Jazz Goes to the Movies

You'll marvel at the music. You'll savor the sweet sounds. You'll be amazed by the virtuosity of the musicians. And all of it in the comfort of your own home.…

Jazz Grammys are Still a Thing on the Night Beat!

The 63rd Grammy Awards are just around the corner. And you can sample them on Wednesday evening on the Night Beat. Join host Doug Crane, on the Wednesday evening Night…

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