Dan Wilson talks about growing up musically in the church in Akron Ohio, and the deep roots of mid-western jazz, delving into detail about the large number of top-shelf guitarists he befriended along the way. Wilson then discusses the continuum of Black American Music and how jazz (which is a subset of Black music) is connected to numerous styes because they all come from the same root (hip hop, gospel, the music of Stevie Wonder etc.).

Wilson Interview WVEW - 11:2:2022,

Chico Freeman interviewed by VJC director Eugene Uman on 10-11-16 in preparation for concert to be held with his Plus+tet at the Vermont Jazz Center. Discussed use of drummers in band, Chicago jazz history and current scene including AACM, first gig with Elvin and his current quartet.

Chico Interview

Chico Freeman Interview

Emmet Cohen interviewed by Vermont Jazz Center Director, Eugene Uman on 01/19/21 on WVEW FM. Cohen reveals his love for humanity and the sharing nature of his music. Discusses repertoire building, communication with fellow musicians, performing in different locales, experiencers performing with the masters including those on the Masters Legacy Series that he produces. Plus the work he is doing during the pandemic to keep the spirit and energy of jazz vibrant during unexpected times.

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Emmet Cohen WVEW Interview

Pianist, composer, educator, concert producer

Emmet Cohen WVEW Interview

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