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1:00am - 6:00am
Jazz Overnight: Oscar Peterson, Zoot Sims and Al Cohn at 100
Hosted By Rus Perry
A perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features Zoot Sims… MoreA perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features Zoot Sims and Al Cohn. Less
Jazz
6:00am - 8:00am
Jug Bands of the 1920s and 1930s
Hosted By Terry Carpenter
During the 1920s & 1930s in southern cities like Memphis, Louisville & New Orleans, the vaudeville & medicine Show musicians started playing music that mixed blues, jazz & ragtime with… MoreDuring the 1920s & 1930s in southern cities like Memphis, Louisville & New Orleans, the vaudeville & medicine Show musicians started playing music that mixed blues, jazz & ragtime with a fast beat. The one common thing with these bands was use of homemade instruments. From spoons, combs, washboards and even bottles & jugs, the musicians would create their own sounds to entertain the crowd. Tune in as we listen to the Memphis Jug Band, the Alabama Washboard Stompers, the Birmingham Jug Band, the Dixieland Jug Blowers, Gus Cannon's Jug Stompers, the Tub Jug Washboard Band & many more. Less
Jazz
8:00am - 10:00am
Gypsy Jazz
Hosted By Lonesome George
Ever since Django Reinhardt started playing clubs in Paris, hot clubs began forming around the world to recreate this music. Join us for two hours of Gypsy jazz from Django's… MoreEver since Django Reinhardt started playing clubs in Paris, hot clubs began forming around the world to recreate this music. Join us for two hours of Gypsy jazz from Django's era to the present day. Less
Jazz
10:00am - 12:00pm
Brian Wilson Show
Hosted By Brian Keena and Don Harrison
In light of his recent passing, we’ll pay tribute to the great Brian Wilson with a show of jazz artists covering his work. Although he did not create Tin Pan… MoreIn light of his recent passing, we’ll pay tribute to the great Brian Wilson with a show of jazz artists covering his work. Although he did not create Tin Pan Alley-style "jazz standards", his music has been covered and reimagined by many, including Charles Lloyd, Brad Mehldau, Larry Goldings, Charlie Hunter and others. Less
Jazz
12:00pm - 2:00pm
“Book 'Em, Dano!": 1960s-70s cop show soundtracks
Hosted By Goldfinger & Rudy 2 Shooz
Henry Mancini. Lalo Schifrin. Mike Post. Mort Stevens. They laid down the soundtracks to augment the mayhem and intrigue with a slick, funky groove. Let's hear those hits in their… MoreHenry Mancini. Lalo Schifrin. Mike Post. Mort Stevens. They laid down the soundtracks to augment the mayhem and intrigue with a slick, funky groove. Let's hear those hits in their entirety! First Degree musical murder for playing killer rhythms! Less
Jazz
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Traveling the Spaceways: Music of Sun Ra
Hosted By Spot
Spot is traveling the spaceways of Sun Ra’s universe. We’ll be featuring some of the lesser known but still brilliant gems, as well as some of the classics. It will… MoreSpot is traveling the spaceways of Sun Ra’s universe. We’ll be featuring some of the lesser known but still brilliant gems, as well as some of the classics. It will indeed be cosmic tones for mental therapy. Less
Jazz
4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Bright Scene of Newark, NJ
Hosted By David Soyka
Let's go back in time when Newark (yes, Newark), NJ was a hotbed of jazz clubs featuring such notables as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Where Rahsaan Roland Kirk famously… MoreLet's go back in time when Newark (yes, Newark), NJ was a hotbed of jazz clubs featuring such notables as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Where Rahsaan Roland Kirk famously led his band from Sparky Js across the street to the Key Club nightspot while still playing three saxes. Newark is also the birthplace of Sarah Vaughn and Wayne Shorter, where James Moody grew up, and home to Savoy Records. Today, the Rutgers-Newark Institute of Jazz Studies contains more than 100,000 archival recordings, as well as other jazz-related materials. Contemporary artists such as Christian McBride were first heard on a Newark performing stage. Similarly, WTJU is your archival source for jazz you know, and the launchpad for jazz you don't. It's sort of like the Newark of Virginia. Sort of. But well deserving of your support during the 2025 Jazz and Blues Marathon. Less
Jazz
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pathless Path: A Charles Lloyd Journey
Hosted By John and Jessica
87 year old NEA Jazz Master Charles Lloyd has been on a creative tear in the last few years. He was voted into the DownBeat Hall of Fame, honored as… More87 year old NEA Jazz Master Charles Lloyd has been on a creative tear in the last few years. He was voted into the DownBeat Hall of Fame, honored as Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Group of the Year and Tenor Saxophonist of the year in the most recent DownBeat Critics Poll. Join John and Jessica as they explore Charles Lloyd's impressive and varied sixty-year jazz career as a a saxophonist, flautist, and composer. Less
Jazz
8:00pm - 9:00pm
The Greenhorns LIVE
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The Greenhorns will put on the penultimate night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. The Greenhorns is a new, 7-piece band from Charlottesville blending New Orleans funk,… MoreThe Greenhorns will put on the penultimate night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. The Greenhorns is a new, 7-piece band from Charlottesville blending New Orleans funk, jump blues, R&B and a little jazz. The group includes a number of local musicians well known on the Charlottesville music scene brought together by a relative newcomer — Tim Clark on tenor sax and vocals — to have some fun and deliver an energetic and engaging show. Less
Jazz
9:00pm - 11:00pm
British Invasion
Hosted By Ed Creskoff
Back in the 1960s, so many pop groups from the U.K. dominated the U.S. airwaves it was dubbed "The British Invasion". The Brits from that era are icons: The Beatles,… MoreBack in the 1960s, so many pop groups from the U.K. dominated the U.S. airwaves it was dubbed "The British Invasion". The Brits from that era are icons: The Beatles, The Who, The Rolling Stones.... Now the jazz world is seeing its own British Invasion. WTJU's intel finds a joint force assault on the senses like Sons of Kemet, grooves deep as trenches from the likes of Yussef Dayes, Nubiyan Twist, & Kokoroco, and stealthy strikes from above from groups like The Comet Is Coming. Tune in to hear music from the front-lines of jazz's onslaught of talent, featuring artists such as Nubya Garcia, Emma-Jean Thackray, Alfa Mist, Ezra Collective, and many more. This full-scale invasion isn't a mash of stale biscuits, it's all bangers! Less
Jazz
11:00pm - 1:00am
Diff'rent Strokes for Diff'rent Folks: The Inspired, Integrated Family Stone
Hosted By DJ Diggs
DJ Diggs pays tribute to the recently departed Sly Stone.
Jazz
1:00am - 6:00am
Jazz Overnight: Leo Parker and Gigi Gryce at 100
Hosted By Rus Perry
A perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight we feature Leo… MoreA perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight we feature Leo Parker and Gigi Gryce. Less
Jazz
6:00am - 8:00am
Simply Sinatra
Hosted By Madeline Paczkowski
Two hours of swinging tunes sung by old Blue Eyes himself to celebrate his upcoming 110th birthday in December. Bring a little brightness to your day and tune in!
Jazz
8:00am - 10:00am
Quincy Jones and his Big Band
Hosted By Uncle Dave Lewis
Quincy Jones' first professional gig was as a trumpet player with Lionel Hampton and, in 1956, formed a big band of his own. He led it until roughly 1965 when… MoreQuincy Jones' first professional gig was as a trumpet player with Lionel Hampton and, in 1956, formed a big band of his own. He led it until roughly 1965 when his film scoring activity became too busy for Q to continue maintaining it. Even after there were a couple of occasions where Q was able to raise one, and of all his pursuits leading a band seemed the most meaningful one. Uncle Dave Lewis will take you through some highlights of Quincy Jones' storied, and often great history as a big band leader. Less
Jazz
10:00am - 12:00pm
Favorite Gospel Quartets of the 1930s and 1940s
Hosted By Terry Carpenter
For the 2025 Jazz Marathon, we will be exploring the men who took the style of the jubilee quartet that was developed in the pre-war years. Join us as we… MoreFor the 2025 Jazz Marathon, we will be exploring the men who took the style of the jubilee quartet that was developed in the pre-war years. Join us as we visit with the Southern Wonders, the Silvertone Jubilee Quartette, the Shelby Gospel Four, Mitchell's Christian Singers, the Heavenly Gospel Singers and many, many more favorite quartets. Less
Jazz
12:00pm - 2:00pm
La Perfecta: A tribute to Eddie Palmieri
Hosted By DJ Jennifer G
Eddie Palmieri, the legendary pianist, composer, and bandleader, passed away in August, leaving behind a monumental legacy that reshaped Latin music. Known for his groundbreaking fusion of Afro-Caribbean rhythms with… MoreEddie Palmieri, the legendary pianist, composer, and bandleader, passed away in August, leaving behind a monumental legacy that reshaped Latin music. Known for his groundbreaking fusion of Afro-Caribbean rhythms with the complexity of jazz, Palmieri was a fearless innovator whose influence spanned over six decades. From the formation of his iconic band La Perfecta in the 1960s to the genre-defying Harlem River Drive, his music consistently broke new ground while staying rooted in cultural pride and rhythmic vitality. One of the first Latin musicians recognized in the jazz category, Palmieri inspired generations with his bold piano playing, sophisticated arrangements, and unwavering dedication to his craft. Beyond his musical genius, he was a champion of Afro-Latin identity and community, using music as a tool for unity and expression. Palmieri's passing marks the end of an era, but his spirit lives on in the rhythms, melodies, and lives he touched around the world. Less
Jazz
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Alto Madness
Hosted By Rus Perry
From Bird and Jackie McLean to Art Pepper and Paul Desmond, the history of jazz flows through the alto sax. Today, the tradition is flourishing in the hands of Miquel… MoreFrom Bird and Jackie McLean to Art Pepper and Paul Desmond, the history of jazz flows through the alto sax. Today, the tradition is flourishing in the hands of Miquel Zenon, Rudresh Mahanthappa, Lakesia Benjamin, Sharel Cassity and many others. Up-tempo alto for a sunday afternoon. Less
Jazz
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Cue the Drums
Hosted By Coco Ahn
The snares that sizzle, hi-hats that hound the melody, cymbals that shimmer in the wide-open space of a smoooooth drum solo. Tune in and rediscover the beat in Cue the… MoreThe snares that sizzle, hi-hats that hound the melody, cymbals that shimmer in the wide-open space of a smoooooth drum solo. Tune in and rediscover the beat in Cue the Drums, a two-hour celebration of the rhythm-makers who drive jazz forward. Kick back and listen in on the celebrants of syncopation. We'll elevate the drummer's role as a creative voice, not just timekeeper, featuring legends such as Gene Kruppa, Elvin Jones, Art Blakey, and all the talents that round and punch out the jazzy melodies you love. This isn't background music, it's a front-row seat to the groove and grit behind the kit. Less
Jazz
6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Life of Son House
Hosted By Jack Roy
Exploring the life of Son House, the American Delta blues singer and guitarist who evolved from a preacher to one of the most influential voices in acoustic blues.
Jazz
8:00pm - 9:00pm
Mississippi Conjure Duo LIVE
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The Mississippi Conjure Duo will close out seven great nights of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. Created by two established musicians’ love of that North Mississippi sound,… MoreThe Mississippi Conjure Duo will close out seven great nights of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. Created by two established musicians’ love of that North Mississippi sound, their three Kings of the blues are Kimbrough, Burnside and Payton! Less
Jazz
9:00pm - 11:00pm
The Music of Thomas "Fats" Waller by various artists
Hosted By Bill Adams
Prolific composer, virtuoso pianist, and the first jazz organist, Thomas ‘Fats’ Waller, 1904-1943, along with lyricist/collaborator Andy Razaf, contributed so much great music to the modern jazz canon. Here through… MoreProlific composer, virtuoso pianist, and the first jazz organist, Thomas ‘Fats’ Waller, 1904-1943, along with lyricist/collaborator Andy Razaf, contributed so much great music to the modern jazz canon. Here through the recordings of Fats himself and many artists who have performed his music we’ll explore this man’s genius. Join me October 5th, 9pm as part of the 2025 Jazz Marathon on WTJU, 91.1fm. Less
Jazz
11:00pm - 1:00am
Beefheart Sings the Blues Again
Hosted By The Wowsville Gang
Join Don, Ciclamino, Rick and the rest of the Radio Wowsville zig zag wanderers as they take an extended triptych through the idiosyncratic world of Don Van Vliet -- AKA… MoreJoin Don, Ciclamino, Rick and the rest of the Radio Wowsville zig zag wanderers as they take an extended triptych through the idiosyncratic world of Don Van Vliet -- AKA Captain Beefheart. The chameleonic Captain and his ever-evolving Magic Band were responsible for some of the most exhilarating and challenging music of the 20th century, a striking blend of Delta blues, free jazz, psychedelia, expressionist poetry and balls-first rock 'n' roll. Wowsville will explore it all on "Beefheart Sings the Blues Again," with rare live performances, blistering album tracks, obscure b-sides, head-scratching sonic excursions and indelible collaborations with Beefheart's childhood frenemy Frank Zappa. It's gonna be a Tropical Hot Dog Night! Less
Jazz
1:00am - 3:00am
Mood Swing
Hosted By Southern Belle
From sad girl vibes to funky dance jams, join Southern Belle on her adventure into the Infinite Playground of Music. She’s not into labels. She’ll leave you wanting more. Be… MoreFrom sad girl vibes to funky dance jams, join Southern Belle on her adventure into the Infinite Playground of Music. She’s not into labels. She’ll leave you wanting more. Be careful of the Mood Swing. Every other Monday mornin’ at 1am Less
Rock
3:00am - 5:00am
Virginia Overnights
Hosted By Don Harrison & Erin O
All Virginia artists. All genres. All night long. Tune in to Virginia Overnights and experience the sounds of our commonwealth, hand-curated by Don Harrison and Erin O.
Free Form
5:00am - 7:00am
Classical Prelude - Monday
Hosted By various Classical hosts
Sometimes you just want to hear the music. Classical Prelude features extended works, most over 40 minutes long, with minimal announcing. It’s truly less talk and more music. Get lost… MoreSometimes you just want to hear the music. Classical Prelude features extended works, most over 40 minutes long, with minimal announcing. It’s truly less talk and more music. Get lost in the sound. Less
Classical
7:00am - 8:00am
Early Bird Jazz
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To help get us ready for a week of great Jazz and Blues, not to mention seven nights of live music, we bring you a special concert from the Offbeat… MoreTo help get us ready for a week of great Jazz and Blues, not to mention seven nights of live music, we bring you a special concert from the Offbeat Roadhouse archives featuring the Hard Modes. Less
Jazz
8:00am - 10:00am
Bright Moments Ahead: 2025 Marathon Preview
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Louise kicks off the 2025 Jazz Marathon with a preview show that will give you a taste of what musical delights are in store for you! Better than a box… MoreLouise kicks off the 2025 Jazz Marathon with a preview show that will give you a taste of what musical delights are in store for you! Better than a box of chocolates, Bright Moments Ahead samples what awaits you during the 7 days of the Jazz Marathon. Less
Jazz
10:00am - 12:00pm
Nearly Unknown Guitarists
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Over the next two hours, we'll be listening to some exceptional guitarists you've probably never heard of-at least not by name. While not all are completely obscure, most have found… MoreOver the next two hours, we'll be listening to some exceptional guitarists you've probably never heard of-at least not by name. While not all are completely obscure, most have found success within their musical circles, earning the respect of fellow musicians and steady work, even if they've never achieved mainstream fame. These are not household names, but their talent speaks volumes. Less
Jazz
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Written in Their Soul: The Stax Demos
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The Grammy award winning seven CD set was a revelation when released two years ago. The Rum Cove will be delving into it's treasures by playing a demo and then… MoreThe Grammy award winning seven CD set was a revelation when released two years ago. The Rum Cove will be delving into it's treasures by playing a demo and then the released version plus some of the unreleased songs to highlight the deep talent in Memphis record label Stax/Volt. Tune it on Monday at noon to hear some never before heard Memphis Soul! Less
Jazz
2:00pm - 4:00pm
All That Glitters
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Inspired by jazz guitarist Chris Standring, this show will include tunes performed by jazz performers that might make you want to get out of your chair and dance (Cory Weeds,… MoreInspired by jazz guitarist Chris Standring, this show will include tunes performed by jazz performers that might make you want to get out of your chair and dance (Cory Weeds, Louis Armstrong, The Harlem Ramblers, etc.). Less
Jazz
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Beautiful Dreamer: The Music of Bill Frisell
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Bill Frisell is an American jazz guitarist and composer whose career spans over 40 years and more than 100 recordings. His signature style blends jazz, blues, country, rock and roll… MoreBill Frisell is an American jazz guitarist and composer whose career spans over 40 years and more than 100 recordings. His signature style blends jazz, blues, country, rock and roll and experimentalism into an elastic tone that convey both celebration and mourning. Less
Jazz
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Family
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Whether blood-related or found, our families have profound impacts on us, gifting us some of the brightest moments of our lives. As a music that arguably brings its messengers as… MoreWhether blood-related or found, our families have profound impacts on us, gifting us some of the brightest moments of our lives. As a music that arguably brings its messengers as close to the fullest expressions of self that has ever been to this point in history, we have the privilege of hearing and experiencing the beauty of jazz musicians' deeply personal expressions of familial impacts through their compositions, as well as through the interactions they share with their comrades on the bandstand. Let's meditate on this together as our own type of family—the community of WTJU. Less
Jazz
8:00pm - 9:00pm
Nicole Mitchell Trio LIVE with Adam Hopkins on bass and JoVia Armstrong on percussion
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The Nicole Mitchell Trio will kick off the first night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. She will be joined by Adam Hopkins on bass and JoVia… MoreThe Nicole Mitchell Trio will kick off the first night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. She will be joined by Adam Hopkins on bass and JoVia Armstrong on percussion. Mitchell is an award-winning creative flutist, composer, bandleader and educator. She is perhaps best known for her work as a flutist, having developed a unique improvisational language and having been repeatedly awarded “Top Flutist of the Year” by Downbeat Magazine Critics Poll and the Jazz Journalists Association (2010-2022). Less
Jazz
9:00pm - 11:00pm
Light from the Lighthouse: Bright Moments from the Sea
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Step inside the legendary Lighthouse Café in Hermosa Beach, where West Coast jazz lit up the shoreline and redefined live performance. From Cannonball Adderley's explosive sets to Lee Morgan, Joe… MoreStep inside the legendary Lighthouse Café in Hermosa Beach, where West Coast jazz lit up the shoreline and redefined live performance. From Cannonball Adderley's explosive sets to Lee Morgan, Joe Henderson, and Elvin Jones bringing East Coast fire to California cool, this show explores the live recordings and cultural moments that made the Lighthouse an essential hub of jazz evolution. We'll dig into the sound of the surf meeting the swing - pure bright moments, captured in performance. Less
Jazz
11:00pm - 1:00am
There’s Blues in Them Thar’ Hills
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Journey to the North Mississippi Hill Country to find music as old as the hills. Artists include Mississippi Fred McDowell, RL Burnside, Junior Kimbrough, and a host of others.
Jazz
1:00am - 8:00am
Jazz Overnight: Roy Haynes at 100
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A perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features the great… MoreA perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features the great drummer Roy Haynes. Less
Jazz
8:00am - 10:00am
1959: The Moment That Changed Jazz
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1959 marked a turning point in the history of jazz, as musicians embraced new harmonic concepts, time signatures, and improvisational freedoms. This moment reflected a changing cultural backdrop in America,… More1959 marked a turning point in the history of jazz, as musicians embraced new harmonic concepts, time signatures, and improvisational freedoms. This moment reflected a changing cultural backdrop in America, as the civil rights movement took hold and wider cultural shifts presaged the tumult of the 1960s. Join us as WTJU classical host Ken Nail examines the jazz and cultural landscape of "1959: The Moment That Changed Jazz". Less
Jazz
10:00am - 12:00pm
Bright Moments with Pops
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We will explore the Bright Moments in a career that spanned 5 decades - the Hot Fives (100 years ago this year), duets with Earl Hines, revolutionizing jazz singing, the… MoreWe will explore the Bright Moments in a career that spanned 5 decades - the Hot Fives (100 years ago this year), duets with Earl Hines, revolutionizing jazz singing, the Fats Waller Songbook, sessions with Ella and with Duke, Hello Dolly, the All-Stars with Jack Teagarten. "You can't play anything on a horn that Louis hasn't played" -Miles Davis Less
Jazz
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Pinnacle Moments of Women in Jazz
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Join Jessica & Rebecca for remarkable moments in the careers of some of our favorite vocalists and musicians, such as: Nina Simone, Emily Remler, Mary Lou Williams and Alice Coltrane.
Jazz
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Black Lace Freudian Slip and other Thrillers
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A fun, bawdy collection of suggestive songs from jazz and blues greats like Rene Marie, Maria Muldaur, Fats Waller, Nina Simone and Joe Cocker. Arouse your desire to give to WTJU!
Jazz
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Here Comes The Sun: Bright Moments in Beatles Jazz
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This show, featuring covers of Beatles songs performed by jazz artists, is inspired by Rahsaan Roland Kirk's lyric, "The Beatles come into the country, they take all the bread/While the… MoreThis show, featuring covers of Beatles songs performed by jazz artists, is inspired by Rahsaan Roland Kirk's lyric, "The Beatles come into the country, they take all the bread/While the police hittin' black and white folks upside their head," in the tune "Clickety Clack," from his 2005 "Bright Moments" album. Kirk acknowledges that The Beatles swept the popular market during their tenure as a band, leaving little space for other artists, especially during the Civil Rights Movement. Recording and selling covers of Beatles tunes is one way in which artists have capitalized off The Beatles' success. This show will illuminate bright moments in which jazz artists have truly reimagined Beatles classics, leaving their unique, distinctive mark on them. This show will assemble selections that will remind listeners of the reasons why they love their favorite Beatles tunes, while also fostering new appreciations. Less
Jazz
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Snap Crackle: A Tribute to Roy Haynes
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Roy Haynes, who passed away in November of 2024 at the age of 99, was one of the most influential drummers of the modern era. Haynes began his professional career… MoreRoy Haynes, who passed away in November of 2024 at the age of 99, was one of the most influential drummers of the modern era. Haynes began his professional career while still in his teens in the early 1940s. He played with Luis Russell, Louis Armstrong, Lester Young, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Sarah Vaughan, Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane, Pat Metheny and countless others, also leading his own groups over several decades. Amazingly, he was still active, playing at a very high level, until the third decade of the 21st Century. His fellow musicians often referred to him as “Snap Crackle,” likely a reference to his unique tuning and staccato touch on his snare drum. We take this opportunity to acknowledge his influence and to pay tribute to his amazing career. Less
Jazz
8:00pm - 9:00pm
Gina Sobel and Choose Your Own Adventure LIVE
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Gina Sobel and Choose Your Own Adventure will put on the second night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. Choose Your Own Adventure is a live-composed funk… MoreGina Sobel and Choose Your Own Adventure will put on the second night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. Choose Your Own Adventure is a live-composed funk collective from Central Virginia made up of jazz musicians who love funk, hip hop and R&B. They build tunes on stage from the drums up, creating a constantly evolving live experience that’s both viscerally and mentally exciting. CYOA wants to make sure that no matter what, the groove is the golden standard. Less
Jazz
9:00pm - 11:00pm
Jazz Guitar
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Going back to the first jazz recordings of Freddy Green to Charlie Christian to Joe Pass to those playing these days like Jimmy Bruno, Ed Cherry, Frank Vignola, Jim Hall etc…
Jazz
11:00pm - 1:00am
Patricia Barber: Through the Years
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On the Patricia Barber Show, we'll finish one day and start another with a journey through her many albums. There's a little something for everyone!
Jazz
1:00am - 8:00am
Jazz Overnight: James Moody and Gene Ammons at 100
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A perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features James Moody… MoreA perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features James Moody and Gene Ammons. Less
Jazz
8:00am - 10:00am
Eight O'Clock Jump: European Big Bands
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Big band energy meets the morning rush-Europe's great jazz orchestras hitting the downbeat, locking into the pocket, and carrying us all into the day on an irresistible groove.
Jazz
10:00am - 12:00pm
Golden Silver: The Later Music of Horace Silver
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Hard Bop Grandpop-Music of Horace Silver's Golden Years. Surveying his last decade of recording , featuring an all star cast of soloists.
Jazz
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Hecho en Mexico
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Hecho En Mexico dives into Mexican jazz across eras and styles—from early big bands to modern, genre-blending explorations. Featured artists will include Armando Peraza, Magos Herrera, Antonio Sanchez and Tino… MoreHecho En Mexico dives into Mexican jazz across eras and styles—from early big bands to modern, genre-blending explorations. Featured artists will include Armando Peraza, Magos Herrera, Antonio Sanchez and Tino Contreras, alongside other pivotal Mexican-born and Mexico-based talents shaping the scene today. Tune in for a vibrant, culturally rooted celebration of jazz made in Mexico from two hosts of Beyond Borders. Less
Jazz
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Zappa Jazz
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Music of Frank Zappa - I've been a Zappa / Mothers of Invention fan for many years and he is at once satirical, improvisational, melodic, hilarious, atonal at times, interesting,… MoreMusic of Frank Zappa - I've been a Zappa / Mothers of Invention fan for many years and he is at once satirical, improvisational, melodic, hilarious, atonal at times, interesting, fun and free!... and many other adjectives as well. I believe he invented the the term, "Freak out!" His disparate influences included doo wop music and avant-garde classical music; although he led groups that could be called rock & roll bands for much of his career, he used them to create a hybrid style that bordered on jazz and complicated, modern serious music, sometimes inducing orchestras to play along. Check it out and support community radio at 434-924-3959 or wtju.net. Less
Jazz
4:00pm - 6:00pm
That Bluesy Tulsa Sound
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Among the bright moments in music development is the “Tulsa Sound.” Pioneered by such Okie luminaries as JJ Cale and Leon Russell, this sub-genre blends blues, blues rock, country, rock… MoreAmong the bright moments in music development is the “Tulsa Sound.” Pioneered by such Okie luminaries as JJ Cale and Leon Russell, this sub-genre blends blues, blues rock, country, rock and swamp pop into a distinctive sound. This show will explore music by not only some of the original artists, but by folks such as Eric Clapton and Mark Knopfler who were influenced by it. Less
Jazz
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Pat Metheny's Bright Size Life at 50
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A bright moment in adventurous jazz has been the emergence of guitarist Pat Metheny as a composer and bandleader. 2025 marks the 50-year anniversary of the recording of "Bright Size… MoreA bright moment in adventurous jazz has been the emergence of guitarist Pat Metheny as a composer and bandleader. 2025 marks the 50-year anniversary of the recording of "Bright Size Life," his first album as a leader. Metheny was 21 years old at the time. The trio featured Bob Moses on drums and a young Jaco Pastorius on electric bass. Metheny was not happy with the recording and estimates that it sold all of 900 copies on release, but it has gained acclaim with age. This show will highlight some early Metheny recordings as he evolved from a sideman with Gary Burton to leading the Pat Metheny Group with emphasis on this first release. Pat Metheny fan Norbert Leitinger of local band GootGenuG will be co-hosting. Less
Jazz
8:00pm - 9:00pm
Geoffrey Dean Trio with special guest Charles Owens LIVE
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The Geoffrey Dean Trio featuring Charles Owens will put on the third night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. Jazz Master Charles Owens will join the group… MoreThe Geoffrey Dean Trio featuring Charles Owens will put on the third night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. Jazz Master Charles Owens will join the group for this special event adding to the trio of Dean on piano, supported by Eric Binder on drums and Dominic Duval On bass. Less
Jazz
9:00pm - 11:00pm
2025 Young Lions
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Vibrant young voices steering jazz into the future. We’ll hear from artists like Brandee Younger, Lakecia Benjamin, Brandon Woody, Immanuel Wilkins, Isaiah Collier, Josh Johnson and Luke Stewart.
Jazz
11:00pm - 1:00am
Birth of Spiritual Jazz
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The factors influencing the initial developments of spiritual jazz circa the 1950s-70s.
Jazz
1:00am - 8:00am
Jazz Overnight: Art Pepper at 100
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A perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features the music… MoreA perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features the music of Art Pepper. Less
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8:00am - 10:00am
The Sphere of Monk
Hosted By Peter Jones
Two hours of Thelonious Sphere Monk, the genius upon which all other musicians (knowingly or unknowingly) since draw their creative energy. So too is WTJU that way for its listeners.… MoreTwo hours of Thelonious Sphere Monk, the genius upon which all other musicians (knowingly or unknowingly) since draw their creative energy. So too is WTJU that way for its listeners. Call in your pledges of support at 434-924-3959 on line at wtju.net. Less
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10:00am - 12:00pm
Shining, Luminous, Glowing, Radiant and Brilliant Songs
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A selection of songs with "shining", "brilliant", "luminous", etc. In the title. From Basie and Ella to Sam Rivers, Go Go Penguin, and Allison Miller. Sure to brighten your day.
Jazz
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Alive and Uppity
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This show will mostly feature my favorite all female Jazz ensemble, Alive!, and the Uppity Blues Women, Saffire, but we'll also explore other all (or mostly) female Jazz ensembles like… MoreThis show will mostly feature my favorite all female Jazz ensemble, Alive!, and the Uppity Blues Women, Saffire, but we'll also explore other all (or mostly) female Jazz ensembles like The Tiptons, Jane Bunnett and Maqueque, as well as solo ventures of the groups' individual members. Less
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2:00pm - 4:00pm
More Cowbell
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Grab your bell and stick, sit back and join in as Matt and Mike bring the groove until the cows come home. There will be classics, eclectic cuts and sounds… MoreGrab your bell and stick, sit back and join in as Matt and Mike bring the groove until the cows come home. There will be classics, eclectic cuts and sounds pretty out there that will make you ask for more cowbell. Less
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4:00pm - 6:00pm
Influencia Do Jazz: Brazilian Classics
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Join our special guests vocalist Stacey Kent and saxophonist and composer Jim Tomlinson as they present 2 hours of Brazilian music including Tropicalia, Bossa Nova, Baiã, Afro-Samba, MPB (Música Popular… MoreJoin our special guests vocalist Stacey Kent and saxophonist and composer Jim Tomlinson as they present 2 hours of Brazilian music including Tropicalia, Bossa Nova, Baiã, Afro-Samba, MPB (Música Popular Brasileira). Stacey and Jim will just be back from their latest tour of Brazil and Argentina. Less
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6:00pm - 8:00pm
From the Bottom
Hosted By Juddermeister
Jazz, blues, and all that funky stuff in between that features the bottom end horns such as the tuba, sousaphone, baritone saxophone and the bass clarinet. We'll play music by… MoreJazz, blues, and all that funky stuff in between that features the bottom end horns such as the tuba, sousaphone, baritone saxophone and the bass clarinet. We'll play music by Nick Brignola, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, David Murray,, Leo Parker, Tower of Power, plus many others. Less
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8:00pm - 9:00pm
The Michael Elswick Gathering LIVE
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The Michael Elswick Gathering will put on the fourth night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. The group entertains with its Jazz, Blues, Ballads, and Latin tunes.
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9:00pm - 11:00pm
Honkers and Shouters
Hosted By Jay Hertel
From the 1940’s through the early 1950’s, an evolution occurred from the swing of big band jazz groups to smaller combos playing jump blues and R&B. Honkers (saxophone players) and… MoreFrom the 1940’s through the early 1950’s, an evolution occurred from the swing of big band jazz groups to smaller combos playing jump blues and R&B. Honkers (saxophone players) and shouters (vocalists) were at the center of this transformation. This show will feature great honkers like Earl Bostic, Illinois Jacquet, and Big Jay McNeely, enthusiastic shouters like Big Joe Turner, Wynonie Harris, and Jimmy Witherspoon, and some who did both equally well like Louis Jordan. Less
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11:00pm - 1:00am
Jazz meets the Middle East and N. Africa
Hosted By DJLP
Take a trip with the music of Ahmed Abdul-Malik, who blended Middle Eastern and African sounds to create his own jazz. We'll play tracks from his album Eastern Sounds and… MoreTake a trip with the music of Ahmed Abdul-Malik, who blended Middle Eastern and African sounds to create his own jazz. We'll play tracks from his album Eastern Sounds and more, shining a light on his unique style and bold ideas. Less
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1:00am - 8:00am
Jazz Overnight: Oscar Peterson, Mal Waldron and Dodo Marmarosa at 100
Hosted By Rus Perry
A perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features Oscar Peterson,… MoreA perennial favorite in the WTJU Jazz Marathon schedule is Russell Perry's overnight programming celebrating jazz icons who would have turned 100 years old this year. Tonight features Oscar Peterson, Mal Waldron and Dodo Marmarosa. Less
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8:00am - 10:00am
Jazz Takes on Classical Music
Hosted By Jay Jackson
Nothing like a good tune to get the jazz greats going. Hear Art Tatum take on Dvorak; Ellington and Strayhorn interpretations of Tchaikovsky; Modern Jazz Quartet channeling J.S. Bach. Listen… MoreNothing like a good tune to get the jazz greats going. Hear Art Tatum take on Dvorak; Ellington and Strayhorn interpretations of Tchaikovsky; Modern Jazz Quartet channeling J.S. Bach. Listen to classical music in a new way. Or enjoy your favorite jazz artists sharing their interpretations of the classics. Less
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10:00am - 12:00pm
The Latin Jukebox
Hosted By Charles Peale
Featuring a dash of samba, a bit of bossa nova, some rumba and cha cha. Music by Antionio Carlos Jobim, Sergio Mendes, Astrud Gilberto, Stan Getz and Charlie Byrd.
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12:00pm - 2:00pm
Soul Jazz Explosion
Hosted By Brian Keena
The year 1965 was a tumultuous one in the United States. Martin Luther King, Jr. led civil rights demonstrations which in turn pushed the passing of the Voting Rights Act… MoreThe year 1965 was a tumultuous one in the United States. Martin Luther King, Jr. led civil rights demonstrations which in turn pushed the passing of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. America's involvement in the Vietnam War escalated. "Bonanza" was the most popular television program. With all of this as a backdrop, soul jazz continued to grow in expression and popularity. "Soul Jazz" was and still is an offshoot of jazz music that is rooted in hard bop but dripping with rhythm & blues as well as gospel influences, and many soul jazz recordings from 1965 are centered around small combos which often contain the Hammond B3 organ. Tune in Friday, October 3, from noon to 2pm, to hear Brian Keena (host of The Jazz Messenger show) take on soul jazz recordings from 60 years ago. Be prepared to pledge your much-appreciated funds to WTJU while grooving to the music of Grant Green, Shirley Scott, Lou Donaldson, Jimmy Smith, Shirley Scott, Wes Montgomery and many more! Less
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2:00pm - 4:00pm
Come Rain or Come Shine
Hosted By Dusty Garwood
Songs and instrumentals about the rain and songs about sun and moon shine.
Jazz
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Japanese Psych Jazz
Hosted By Zostress, Don Wowsville and Sister Pirate Jenny
Those explorative Psych Doctors - Zostress, Don Wowsville and Sister Pirate Jenny - will closely examine the wild and wooly worlds of vintage and contemporary Japanese psychedelia. From the surf-psych… MoreThose explorative Psych Doctors - Zostress, Don Wowsville and Sister Pirate Jenny - will closely examine the wild and wooly worlds of vintage and contemporary Japanese psychedelia. From the surf-psych rock of Takeshi Terauchi. to period jazz fuzz freakouts from The Hops, Shagrat and Flower Travelin' Band, to the progressive neo-psych of Acid Mothers Temple and Kikagaku Moyo, let WTJU's seasoned and accredited lysergicians take you on a Far Eastern trip in more ways than one. Less
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6:00pm - 8:00pm
On With The Show: Music of Cole Porter
Hosted By James Scales
On a special Jazz Marathon edition of On With the Show, we'll hear the music of Cole Porter interpreted by singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Rosemary Clooney, and Tony… MoreOn a special Jazz Marathon edition of On With the Show, we'll hear the music of Cole Porter interpreted by singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Rosemary Clooney, and Tony Bennett; and by musicians like Artie Shaw, Oscar Peterson, and Dave Brubeck. "Porter is so famous for his gifts as a lyricist that it might seem mischievous to the point of perversity to suggest that his real greatness resides in his skills as a composer. Yet how many other popular composers have had more hits with instrumental, unsung versions of their work? Though rarely overtly jazz…his melodies have so much mysterious inner propulsion that, asked to swing, they practically swing themselves." Less
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8:00pm - 9:00pm
Jamal 4 LIVE
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The Jamal 4 will put on the fifth night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. The jazz quartet features Jamal Millner on electric guitar, trumpeter Will Evans,… MoreThe Jamal 4 will put on the fifth night of concerts as part of this year’s Jazz Marathon. The jazz quartet features Jamal Millner on electric guitar, trumpeter Will Evans, Drew Pompano on electric bass, and drummer Pat Hayes. Less
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9:00pm - 11:00pm
Duane Allman and Derek Trucks
Hosted By Peter Welch
Duane Allman was a brilliant guitarist, especially slide guitarist, who did some amazing work with many great Blues, Jazz, Soul and Rock artists before his untimely death at age 24.… MoreDuane Allman was a brilliant guitarist, especially slide guitarist, who did some amazing work with many great Blues, Jazz, Soul and Rock artists before his untimely death at age 24. Allman absorbed many styles from Blues, Jazz, Gospel and and Rock in his playing to make it his own sound. In many ways, in the past 30+ years Derek Trucks has picked up where Allman left off, being one of the truly great slide guitar players, working with the Allman Brothers, his own bands, and with his wife Susan Tedeschi in the Tedesch-Trucks Band, playing an exciting mix of Jazz, Blues, Rock and Gospel. Join Peter Welch of "Nothin' But The Blues" for a retrospective. Less
Jazz
11:00pm - 1:00am
Bill Evans: Master of Harmony and Melody
Hosted By Dave Donahue
Bill Evans brought a new style to jazz at a time of transition, bringing his "singing" melodic lines, influenced by Bach and contemporary composer George Russell, to Miles Davis' 50's… MoreBill Evans brought a new style to jazz at a time of transition, bringing his "singing" melodic lines, influenced by Bach and contemporary composer George Russell, to Miles Davis' 50's sextet and his primary trios of the 60's and 70's. Check out one of jazz' most purely enjoyable pianists. Less
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