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The music of jazz drummer Paul Parker
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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.

Earl
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Earl "Fox" Walker - Part 2
September 15, 2024

Listen to the final episode in our two-part series exploring the music of Earl “Fox” Walker, a legendary Indianapolis jazz drummer. This week’s show focuses on Walker’s recordings with the Indianapolis music legend Jimmy Coe.

Earl
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Earl "Fox" Walker - Part 1
September 8, 2024

For the next two weeks, explore the music of Earl “Fox” Walker, a legendary Indianapolis jazz drummer. This show will focus on Walker’s recordings with the Lionel Hampton band from 1946 to 1949.

Mr. Trumpet Roger Jones
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Mr. Trumpet Roger Jones
September 1, 2024

Explore the music of “Mr. Trumpet” Roger Jones, a legendary Indianapolis jazz musician who was considered the top trumpet player in Indianapolis in the mid-20th century.

Remembering the life and music of Jimmy Guilford
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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 this month. We’ll share a 2019 interview Guilford recorded with WFYI’s Kyle Long and rare singles he recorded with the Lamplighters and Four Sounds.

Little Bill Gaither – Part 3
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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, a legendary Indianapolis blues singer and guitarist. On this week’s edition, hear a selection of music from Gaither’s final recordings.

Little Bill Gaither - Part 2
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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 Indianapolis blues singer and guitarist.Gaither’s music was heavily influenced by the famous Indianapolis blues duo of Leroy Carr and Scrapper Blackwell. This week's program focuses on Gaither’s interpretations of Carr’s music.

Little Bill Gaither - Part 1
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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 blues singer and guitarist.

James Spaulding birthday celebration – Part 3
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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 saxophonist James Spaulding, we’ll hear music from Spaulding’s work as a session leader.

James Spaulding birthday celebration – Part 2
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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 saxophonist James Spaulding, we’ll hear music from Spaulding’s work in experimental jazz.

James Spaulding birthday celebration – Part 1
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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 greatest living legends of the Avenue jazz scene. This week’s edition focuses on Spaulding’s work for the famous Blue Note label.

The Complete Recordings of Sonny Johnson – Part 2
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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 with Wes Montgomery. This episode includes live recordings of Johnson and Montgomery performing together.

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