Interview with Dan Tepfer about voice leading and its importance in improvisation and harmonic movement, his use of Bach's Goldberg Variations and Inventions as jumping off points for improvisation, what he means by "harmonic landscape," his time spent with Lee Konitz, his relationship with jazz/blues tradition and how he found his own personal voice through combining the jazz language with classical music.

Dan Tepfer Audio Interview Vt Jazz Ctr 20230411

Orrin Evans discusses his approach to solo jazz piano, how he prepares for gigs and remains spontaneous, his studies with Kenny Barron, his connection to Philadelphia and the mentors he worked with there like Shirley Scott and Trudi Pitts, how he continues to honor those who came before him (a new album, soon to be released), 
how he found his personal voice and how he encourages others to discover theirs, his connection to spirit and how the album The Magic of Now came about.

Orrin Evans Audio Interview VT Jazz Ctr 20230418

Interview with Renee Rosnes on WVEW FM with VJC Director, Eugene Uman. Discussion focused on Ms. Rosnes and Mr. Charlap's  concept creating two-piano duo arrangements, how she thinks about texture and how she and Bill Charlap complement each other's style and content.

20230509 Renee Rosnes No Boundaries Interview

Interview with Camille Thurman by VJC Director, Eugene Uman on WVEW FM in advance of Thurman's concert at the Vermont Jazz Center

202412 Camille Thurman No Boundaries Interview

Makaya McCraven interviewed by VJC Director, Eugene Uman in advance of a concert with his quartet at the Vermont Jazz Center.

20240412 Makaya No Boundaries Interview

Vocalist Ekep Nkwelle discusses her process as a band leader, giving an indication of what it's like to prepare for a concert, to grow up surrounded by music, and to be a young artist working with prestigious musicians. 

2024.10.29 Ekep Nkwelle No Boundaries (2)

Pianist, composer, educator, concert producer

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