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Official WBGO Jazz 88.3 FM the global leader in jazz radio, broadcasting from the jazz capital of the world! #WBGO #45YearsStrong #WBGOJazzParty #PublicRadio
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Ahmad Jamal, measured maestro of the jazz piano, dies at 92
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We should talk more about Sonny Rollins' confident, stylish, and elegant fashion sense
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R.I.P. Astrud Gilberto who died yesterday at the age of 83. The legendary Brazilian singer is most famous for her vocals on the iconic "Girl from Ipanema."
Photo courtesy of
@LeeMergner
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We ❤️ Wayne Shorter.
We ❤️ Wayne Shorter.
We ❤️ Wayne Shorter.
We ❤️ Wayne Shorter.
We ❤️ Wayne Shorter.
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BTS is teaching the
#BTSARMY
about jazz on a weekly basis
In other music news, K-Pop vocalist in superstar BTS band is now playing the trumpet and has adopted the name Chet Vaker, in homage to a certain West Coast jazz musician. No, I'm not making this stuff up.
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Women in jazz Wednesday. Let's amplify some names. Who shall we talk about?
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Songs of Freedom and Liberation: A Juneteenth Jazz Playlist
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Today is
#NationalHuggingDay
Lets see how many jazz hug 📸 we can find....🤔
#wbgo
#jazzmusicians
#jazzsketches
#HuggingDay
#photography
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Can confirm: listening to jazz for 10 mins a day increases productivity.
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We heard that playing jazz while cooking makes the food taste better—- can anyone confirm?
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Today we celebrate the late Max Roach's birthday.
Name your favorite Max Roach song or album?
Jan 10, 1924 - Aug 16, 2007
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Wayne Shorter Way to be unveiled in Newark on April 29
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Our Top Ten: The essential Miles Davis albums
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Sonny Rollins in deep meditation - "Yoga had a tremendous influence on me. I was always trying to find a center and yoga provided that." - Sonny Rollins
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Don't minimize this--- they have the largest Kpop following in the world and they are teaching young ppl abt jazz in a new way
Jazz parents w Kpop kids-- THIS is your moment--- slide right in &go talk to your kids abt 🎶
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Michael Bourne, WBGO host for 37 years, has died at 75
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If y'all want more Sonny Rollins just say that😊--- we love the love you are showing for this talented human
#jazz
#icon
#sonnyfridays
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Wayne Shorter Way to be unveiled in Newark on April 29
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Pharoah Sanders, giant of spirit-driven jazz, dies at 81
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ON THIS DAY IN 1964: Eric Dolphy's Out To Lunch! was recorded
The album featured Dolphy along with trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson, bassist Richard Davis, and drummer Tony Williams
Take a listen and let us know your favorite track!
#BlackHistoryMonth
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"I don't feel any reluctance to tell people that I'm a jazz musician. I am. Also, I don't ever hesitate to add ‘musician’ after the word ‘jazz.’ When I use the word ‘jazz,’ I always say ‘jazz music,’ because I think it is a complete art form. - ELVIN JONES
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We welcome more jazz jokes and comics on our timeline....
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We luh the jazz kids ❤️
Trumpeter Mark Kelly playing “Milestones” for a 3rd grade class in 2017. The tune was requested by one of the students.
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What’s your favorite jazz instrument to hear?
RT for brass🎺🎷
Like❤️ for keys🎹
Reply for anything else!
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Ron Carter is featured in PBS documentary, along with accompanying soundtrack album
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This week on Sunday Spotlight with Rhonda Hamilton, the music of Antônio Carlos Jobim.
Tune in to WBGO 88.3FM or from 2 - 4pm ET to listen.
#jazz
#WBGO
#jazzappreciationmonth
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Jazz music is the perfect way to start your morning. It's upbeat and energizing, but also calming and relaxing. It's the perfect way to set the tone for your day.
❤️ If you agree!
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A new film, 'Oscar Peterson: Black + White,' sheds new light on a jazz giant
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WBGO Performance of the Week:
Butcher Brown: DJ Harrison on keyboards, Corey Fonville on drums, Marcus Tenney on saxophone and trumpet, Andrew Randazzo on bass, and Morgan Burrs on guitar. Recorded on January 4th, 2019.
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ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY IN 1962: Trumpeter Donald Byrd released his album "The Cat Walk"
The album features Pepper Adams on baritone saxophone, Duke Pearson on piano, Laymon Jackson on bass, and Philly Joe Jones on drums🎶
Let's celebrate Donald Byrd this
#BlackHistoryMonth
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Today we celebrate our birthday. 43 years of j
#azz
. How many years have you been listening to WBGO?
#happybirthday
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Trombonist and composer Curtis Fuller, a pivotal figure on his instrument since the '50s and a beloved mentor, passed away May 8. He was 86.
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Everyday is a good day to celebrate Bobby Hutcherson but especially today on his birthday.
#wbgo
#jazzmusic
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WBGO Remembers
#TonyBennett
: In this interview, he reflects on his relationship with Ella Fitzgerald.
#WBGJazzParty
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