Rob Cope brings you The Jazz Podcast, in conversation with musicians from around the world. We love stories of how people get into playing music and what keeps them going. We hope you enjoy our collection. Hosted by Rob Cope and Tara Minton. We are proudly sponsored by Crown Lane Studio.
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Giacomo Smith joins the show to tell us about the band and then new EP, which is available now! From the moment they played their first note five years ago, the Kansas Smitty's House Band has set out to reinvent how audiences experience jazz. The House Band is a tight-knit outfit that make jazz inclusive with an emphasis on camaraderie, spontaneity, and joy. Episode 94. Support the show
Violinist Richard Jones is an exciting young British musician, recognised for his innovative sound and approach as well as his adaptability in bringing the violin to life within a broad range of musical contexts. We also chat about his new EP with his duo, Hemma. Huw V Williams also joins us to check in with whats going on over at the Improvised Music Agenda Podcast. Support the show
A world-class soloist, accomplished composer and formidable bandleader, saxophonist Chris Potter has emerged as a leading light of his generation. Down Beat called him “One of the most studied (and copied) saxophonists on the planet”. This week we preview his new album, Circuits, out today on Edition Records. This show features the tracks 'Hold It' and 'The Nerve'. TJP Episode 92. Support the show
Will and Matt join the show to preview their new album. We listen to a few tracks, chat about what inspired them and use the swearing bleep quite a lot. Its episode 91 of The Jazz Podcast. Support the show
Nishla is a singer and songwriter who defies easy categorisation. Her live sets include a breathtaking variety of material: from celebrated originals to dark jazz standards and devastating ballads. One of Manchester Jazz Festival’s talent development artists and a prolific collaborator, Nishla has worked with some of the most highly respected jazz and classical musicians in the UK. Last summer she played at Lancaster and Manchester Jazz Festivals, before making her first visit east with a reside...
The Jazz Podcast turns 2 years old! We celebrate by inviting Tony Kofi to join the show. We chat about his career and influences as well as the great albums and projects Tony has been a part of. Episode 89. Support the show
Harpist Alina joins the show to share with us the fascinating story her life and her very interesting past (8 mins). We chat about her album, Inspiration (2018), and her new project, HipHarpCollective. We also feature an exceptional amount of Gareth Lockrane’s flute playing. As always, this is not to be missed! Episode 88 if you're keeping count! Support the show
Trumpeter Tom Walsh steps aboard to tell us about his career so far. We chat all things trumpet, as well as who inspired him to reach the top (of the register). Tom has played with so many we'll make this quick.. Benny Golson, Branford Marsalis, Kurt Elling, Bob Mintzer and Mike Stern. He has also played lead trumpet with the WDR Big Band & Vince Mendoza. Big time jazz podcast episode 87. Support the show
Sam joins the show to tell us about his life. Leak studied Jazz piano with Gwilym Simcock at the Royal Academy of Music . Leak is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Cambridge , where he is researching the learnability of Absolute Pitch by adults. Support the show...
Emma joins the show to reveal to us the inner workings of the freelance trombone player. Emma working all over the UK in all manner of musical styles. Emma is a veteran of the Chaos Orchestra as well as a member of Matt Roberts Bigish Band. A truly versatile musician and a wonderful trombonist. Episode 85 and year number 30 on Earth for our co-host Dan. Support the show
Today we preview Michaels new EP, Road Fork, with the man himself. We can about his inspirations and motivations behind this beautiful creation. Support the show
Andrew Robb joins the show to chat about his career and his grand Norwegian adventures. Now based in Edinburgh, having also lived in London and Bergen this fine young gentleman has seen it all (or quite a lot at least). Support the show
Matt Roberts joins Rob to talk about this years jazz festival. They meet up in the heart of London to check out the upcoming gigs and get into the vibe of the festival. Support the show
Tori Freestone is a British saxophonist, flautist and violinist who performs at the forefront of the UK improvised music scene as both a sidewomen and highly regarded bandleader. Freestone is known for her robust tenor sound, melodic invention as well as an ability to amalgamate into a variety of styles and musical contexts while maintaining her highly personal and distinct voice. As a composer Freestone's writing balances wit with playfulness while exploring new ways to blur the lines between t...
Rob previews the Cambridge Jazz Festival alongside our man on the ground, Vij Prakash. We preview the upcoming gigs as well as the educational workshops and discuss this years festival theme, woman in jazz. Support the show
Miriam Ast joins the show to tell us about her life and education. We also talk about her new album, Secret Songs, and her upcoming gig at the London Jazz Festival. TJP Episode 79. Support the show
Days before his January 2016 death, David Bowie released his final album, Blackstar . While the record represented an endpoint for the legendary artist, it also marked a new beginning for jazz lifer Donny McCaslin who, armed with his saxophone, defined Blackstar 's visionary stylistic fusion. Now, two and a half years after Blackstar 's release, McCaslin returns with a new album, Blow. , a new definitive statement that fully realizes Bowie's influence and McCaslin’s evolved artistic direction. T...
Sarah joins the show to tell us all about her life, her musical inspirations and her upcoming album. We may have even revealed the name of the album with an on air test of the new name. TJP episode 77. Support the show
Ant joins the show to preview some tunes from his upcoming album, Life I Know. Ant is making exciting, beautiful music and its a pleasure to get to talk and preview it. The album is available for pre-order now, check out the link if you fancy it. https://antlaw.bandcamp.com/ Support the show
For the 75th episode we celebrate by welcoming Tara Minton. Tara is a harpist, vocalist and songwriter hailing from Melbourne, Australia. Since relocating to London in the Spring of 2011 she has built an international reputation as a performing artist and educator. Rob and Dan also drop some big news coming out of Edition Records, as well as checking out the lineup for the Herts jazz festival. Support the show
Ed joins the show to tell us about his mighty musical project. Rob and Ed chat about his influences, ideas and arranging the music of the great Charles Mingus. You can check out more at https://www.bluesandrootsensemble.com Support the show
Alan joins the show to talk about his life and career so far. We chat about his love of music and his power to speak Japanese. Alan shares with us his thoughts on how to pick up new skills as well as the inspirations behind some of his compositions. Support the show
Rob talks to Rebecca about her career so far, the projects she's involved in and some of the places she's lived. We also chat about other musicians who have crossed our paths and Rebecca's newest project, Altas. We get the very exciting chance to preview some new music from the upcoming album. Despite what Rob may think, this is episode 72. Support the show
Joy joins the show for a chat with Rob. We talk about the piano, improvisation, her influences, her plans for the future as well as her love of the Pittsburgh Steelers. We also check out some of the tracks from her debut album, released November 2017, Life on Land. Support the show
Alice joins the show to talk music, hobbies and the adversity of climbing to the top of the jazz tree. TJP episode 70 is a big showcase for one of London's newest jazz stars. Support the show
Helena joins us to chat about her life and times, her brand new album, and her alternative career choices if it couldn't be the saxophone. TJP episode 69. Support the show
In the second of our series of hopefully helpful guides, Raph Clarkson joins Rob to discuss rent paying tactics and some of the many options for making a career as a freelance musician. Support the show
Pete Churchill tells us about the history of London Vocal Project. He reveals what inspired the ensemble, what keeps it ticking, as well the amazing projects they've worked on in the decade they've been singing. Support the show
Trombonist Raph Clarkson joins the show to discuss ideas on how to release your debut album. We use our own experiences as a guide to see if we can demystify the process. If you've ever wondered how its done, look no further! Support the show
Manchester based saxophonist Andy Scott joins Rob and Dan to preview this years Manchester Jazz Festival. Andy brings some much needed actual knowledge to the show. We also get to hear some amazing music which hasn't been released yet, from both Fabled and Beats and Pieces, you heard it here first (we think..!) The festival runs throughout the city from 20th to 28th July. Support the show
