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Tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain is a global icon of Indian classical music.

WFYI’s Kyle Long speaks to Kronos Quarter's founder David Harrington.

This week on Cultural Manifesto listen to an interview with tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain - an icon of Indian classical music.

The first episode in our two-part series exploring the music of the late Russell Webster – a legendary Indianapolis saxophonist and composer. We’ll be joined by Webster’s daughter, Bonita Webster-Coleman, and his wife, Lexie Webster. Russell Webster is best known for his self-produced 1983 double LP “Uncle Funkenstein," called a “holy grail of jazz.” Webster was born in Indianapolis in 1928. He studied music at the Jordan Conservatory and began playing on the Avenue as a teenager. Over the years, Webster played with the biggest stars on the Avenue — from Wes Montgomery to Jimmy Coe.

This week on Cultural Manifesto listen to an interview with violinist David Harrington, founder of the groundbreaking Kronos Quartet.

WFYI’s Kyle Long recently spoke with Meshell Ndegeocello. They discussed ”The Omnichord Real Book” and her many connections to Indiana.

The final episode in our two-part series exploring the music of the late Russell Webster – a legendary Indianapolis saxophonist and composer. We’ll hear from musicians he influenced, including Steve Allee and Justin S. Kinchen.

Grammy-winning musician Meshell Ndegeocello discusses her connection to Indiana artists - including John Mellencamp, Etheridge Knight, and Hanna Benn. We’ll also explore a 1983 lost recording from the Indianapolis jazz musician and composer Steve Allee that included members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and jazz legends of Indiana Avenue.

On this edition of Rebel Music, host Karla López Owens talks with activist, writer, and community organizer Carolina Castoreno

Rodney Stepp and Allen “Turk” Burke share their memories of performing with the Spinners and discuss the Indianapolis musicians who contributed to the group’s legacy.