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The music of jazz drummer Paul Parker
September 22, 2024
Listen to music from Paul Parker, an important Indianapolis jazz drummer. Parker was among the most respected drummers on the Avenue jazz scene. He was best known for his work with Wes Montgomery, but also performed with Freddie Hubbard, Larry Ridley, James Spaulding, Melvin Rhyne and many others.
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Benny Golson's Avenue connections
September 29, 2024
Listen to a tribute to the Philadelphia saxophonist and composer Benny Golson who passed away...
Earl "Fox" Walker - Part 2
September 15, 2024
Listen to the final episode in our two-part series exploring the music of Earl “Fox”...
Earl "Fox" Walker - Part 1
September 8, 2024
For the next two weeks, explore the music of Earl “Fox” Walker, a legendary Indianapolis...
Mr. Trumpet Roger Jones
September 1, 2024
Explore the music of “Mr. Trumpet” Roger Jones, a legendary Indianapolis jazz musician...
Remembering the life and music of Jimmy Guilford
August 25, 2024
Hear a tribute to the famed Indianapolis soul singer Jimmy Guilford, who passed away earlier...
Little Bill Gaither – Part 3
August 18, 2024
Listen to the final episode in a three-part series exploring the music of Little Bill Gaither,...
Little Bill Gaither - Part 2
August 11, 2024
The second episode in a three-part series exploring the music of Little Bill Gaither, a legendary...
Little Bill Gaither - Part 1
August 4, 2024
Part one of our three-part series exploring the music of Little Bill Gaither, a legendary Indianapolis...
James Spaulding birthday celebration – Part 3
July 28, 2024
In our second episode in a three-part series celebrating the July birthday of the flutist and...
James Spaulding birthday celebration – Part 2
July 21, 2024
In our second episode in a three-part series celebrating the July birthday of the flutist and...
James Spaulding birthday celebration – Part 1
July 14, 2024
Part one of our birthday celebration of the saxophonist and flutist James Spaulding, one of...
The Complete Recordings of Sonny Johnson – Part 2
July 7, 2024
Part two about Sonny Johnson, a legendary Indianapolis jazz drummer best known for his work...
The Complete Recordings of Sonny Johnson – Part 1
June 30, 2024
Learn about Sonny Johnson, a legendary Indianapolis jazz drummer best known for his work with...
Larry Clark - Part 2
June 23, 2024
Indianapolis jazz drummer Larry Clark shares his thoughts on the destruction of Indiana Avenue...
Larry Clark - Part 1
June 16, 2024
Indianapolis jazz drummer Larry Clark shares his memories of working on the Avenue plus never-before-heard...
Juneteenth blues celebration
June 9, 2024
A preview of the “Juneteenth Black Heritage Concert: Gospel and Blues – The Roots...
Pookie Johnson and Wes Montgomery
June 2, 2024
Saxophonist Alonzo “Pookie” Johnson is a legend of the Avenue jazz scene. He is...
John W. Bubbles and Todd Duncan of Porgy and Bess
May 26, 2024
Explore the lives and music of John W. Bubbles and Todd Duncan. Both had deep roots on the...
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