Jazz and America

Jeff Rupert (Part Two)

Jazz and America concludes as UCF's Director of Jazz Studies, saxophonist Jeff Rupert, gives us an even deeper dive into the world of jazz. 

Nat Adderley, Jr.

As a music arranger and musician, Nat Adderley Jr. has certainly carried on the family legacy left by his father and uncle. Nat joins us today to tell us all about his li

John Tomorowitz

Although he grew up in a musical family, John Tomorowitz doesn't need to play an instrument to know all about jazz. John shows us how important music is to him through hi

Champian Fulton

Champian Fulton is very familiar with WUCF's studio, having performed in our program Live From Studio A. In this episode, she tells us what it was like to grow up surroun

Patrick McDonald

Patrick McDonald, jazz fan and trumpet player, sits down with us to share his favorite musical moments and memories. 

Nelson Placa

Bassman Nelson Placa may be young- but that hasn't stopped him from learning all about the history of jazz. This UCF Jazz Studies student knows as much about jazz culture

Dan Jordan

Long-time professional musician Dan Jordan has a lot to say about jazz, and he's certainly qualified- having toured with musicians like Natalie Cole, Maynard Ferguson, an

Richard Sloane

Richard Sloane doesn't just listen to jazz... he's lived it! As a young man, Richard "took the A train" to work every morning. Duke Ellington would be proud! 

Alison Adderley

This week's guest has quite the connection to jazz... she's the daughter of world-famous trumpet player Nat Adderley! Alison Adderley shares how her relationship with jaz

Jim Merritt

Doctor of Ministry Jim Merritt is a master of more than just divinity. Having spent time as a choir director, organist, and minister of music, this jazz fan knows his way

Chuck Archard

Chuck Archard, Senior Artist in Residence at Rollins College, brings the past into the present as he regales us with the good old days of jazz. 

Ronald Williams

WUCF listener and musician Ronald Williams is no stranger to the world of jazz- with plenty of personal anecdotes about his saxophone and piano playing, Ronald's musical

Carol Stein

The Piano Lady herself steps into Studio A to deliver her stories of jazz across the airwaves! Carol Stein shares her wealth of knowledge about America's classical music

Byron Barr

Byron Barr is a listener and a reader… of liner notes that is! Byron gives a rundown of some of his favorite jazz stories. 

Joe Young IV

This week's guest comes to us straight from the renowned Glenn Miller Orchestra! Trumpet player Joe Young IV talks jazz and why the genre is so distinctly American. 

Judy Carmichael

This one's a real WUCF Jazz fan favorite... it's pianist, vocalist, and host of 'Jazz Inspired' Judy Carmichael! Judy brings her love of jazz to the main stage once again

Sims Kline

Introducing Sims Kline, a jazz fan who really knows his stuff. As a pianist, his knowledge brings a new perspective on jazz as he tells all about the experiences that hav

Imer Santiago

Imer Santiago isn't just bringing jazz to the Central Florida area through his own playing. As Director of Bands at St. Cloud Middle School, he's helping countless young

Joanne Granberry

Joanne Granberry is a big-time lover of jazz and WUCF, and she has the stories to back it up! Joanne gets into her personal connection to jazz and the role it has played

Graeme Arklie

WUCF Jazz has fans all over the place- even outside of the country. Dedicated listener and trombone player Graeme Arklie tells us why jazz is so important to him.