@jazznight

On-stage performances and backstage stories from @nprmusic, @wbgo and @jazzdotorg.

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The Jazz Night in America Twitter account is taking a rest (see below), but don't worry, you can find links to Jazz Night’s radio episodes, and video concerts & features on our Instagram (n.pr/jazznight) and at n.pr/jazz-night-npr-org.
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🔊: The NPR Music 🦤 account is hitting the mute button, for reasons listed here: n.pr/3Kz54I3 But we're making lots of noise elsewhere. Here's a thread of places you can find us: Our website: npr.org/music Our newsletter: n.pr/music-newsletter (🧵/1)

NPR quits Twitter after being falsely labeled as 'state-affiliated media'

NPR's official Twitter feeds have gone silent. The news organization cites the social media platform's decision to question NPR's editorial independence through a series of inaccurate labels.

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This month, ladies jump to the front of the line! March was Women’s History Month and there were several new releases by female bandleaders. We didn’t forget the fellas; there’s a little something for everyone On The List npr.org/2022/01/31/107641520…

Jazz Night in America: On the List

Our favorite jazz releases of the month — from traditional tunes to avant-garde adventures to electronic experiments — picked by the Jazz Night in America staff.

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We’re excited to share that we’ll be joining @neaarts and @kencen to kickoff Jazz Appreciation Month with a special live stream of the 2023 #NEAJazzMasters Tribute Concert on Saturday, April 1 at 7:30pm ET. Join in on the celebration! npr.org/2023/03/31/116715644…

Watch Live: The 2023 NEA Jazz Masters Tribute Concert

This celebration honors this year's NEA Jazz Masters award recipients, including Regina Carter, Kenny Garrett, Louis Hayes and Sue Mingus. Watch live Sat, April 1, 7:30 p.m. ET!

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In more than 40 years behind the drum kit, @tlcarrington has built a reputation as 1 of the most dynamic musicians in jazz.For Women in Jazz Month, revisit our 2021 episode on Carrington’s wide-ranging career & her ongoing mission to correct jazz history. npr.org/2021/04/29/988760784…

Terri Lyne Carrington: Trailblazer, Advocate and NEA Jazz Master

In her decades behind the drum kit, 2021 NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington has become one of jazz's most dynamic musicians. In this episode, we'll hear music that captures her wide-ranging sound.

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This week we take a moment to commemorate Wayne Shorter and his eternal body of work – with concert performances, unaired interviews, and music picks from our host Christian McBride. npr.org/2023/03/09/116195760…

Exploring the many orbits of jazz legend Wayne Shorter

Jazz Night takes a moment to commemorate Wayne Shorter and his eternal body of work – with concert performances, unaired interviews and music picks from our host Christian McBride.

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Wayne Shorter, the 12-time Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer and the creator of one of the singular sounds in contemporary jazz over more than half a century, died on Thursday, March 2 in Los Angeles. npr.org/2023/03/02/768874324…

Wayne Shorter, sage of the saxophone, dies at 89

The composer and saxophonist, who won a dozen Grammy Awards and recorded with everyone from Miles Davis to Joni Mitchell, died on Thursday, March 2 in Los Angeles.

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Wayne Shorter, the 12-time Grammy-winning saxophonist and composer and the creator of one of the singular sounds in contemporary jazz over more than half a century, died on Thursday, March 2 in Los Angeles. npr.org/2023/03/02/768874324…

Wayne Shorter, sage of the saxophone, dies at 89

The composer and saxophonist, who won a dozen Grammy Awards and recorded with everyone from Miles Davis to Joni Mitchell, died on Thursday, March 2 in Los Angeles.

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Stream a playlist of Wayne Shorter's essential recordings: open.spotify.com/playlist/49…

Wayne Shorter, In Memoriam

NPR Music's guide to the saxophonist's essential recordings.

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Wayne Shorter, In Memoriam on Apple Music

Playlist · 32 Songs

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Trumpeter @TheoCroker brings his unmistakable chill and determination to expand the sound of jazz to this stripped-down Tiny Desk set. npr.org/2023/02/17/115132597…

Theo Croker: Tiny Desk Concert

The trumpeter brings his unmistakably chill attitude and determination to expand the sound of jazz to this stripped-down Tiny Desk set.

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And if you want to learn more about @TheoCroker, check out Jazz Night's episode featuring him: npr.org/2022/06/30/110891116…

Jazz renegade Theo Croker returns to his Jacksonville roots

Jazz Night hangs with trumpeter Theo Croker in Jacksonville, Fla., where he spent his teenage years, to revisit old mentors and hear a set by his band from the Jacksonville Jazz Festival.

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New @jazznight playlist! With @LakeciaB @bradallenwms @billlaurance and many more! npr.org/2022/01/31/107641520… @WBGO @nprmusic @jazzdotorg

Jazz Night in America: On the List

Our favorite jazz releases of the month — from traditional tunes to avant-garde adventures to electronic experiments — picked by the Jazz Night in America staff.

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Want to hear more about Best New Artist #GRAMMYs winner @SamaraJoy99 ? Check out our episode on her! npr.org/2022/09/01/112051060…

From gospel to TikTok to vocal big shot: the rise of Samara Joy

Jazz Night In America puts the spotlight on Samara Joy, a young vocalist and songwriter who is taking cues from the past to create music that is both classic and contemporary.

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“This is not entertainment,” John Zorn declared during an interview at the 2022 @BigEarsFestival. Make no mistake: the crowds at the festival were enthralled by the 8 — yes, 8 — bands he presented. Hear them all, live from the fest on our latest episode. npr.org/2023/01/26/115167685…

'This is not entertainment': John Zorn, all over Big Ears

Composer and alto saxophonist John Zorn brings eight eclectic bands to the Big Ears Festival stage, ranging from solo classical piano to all-out electrified jams.

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Jazz Night in America remembers the icons we lost in 2022 with an intimate solo performance by saxophonist Alison Shearer and a radio episode featuring a tribute to one of the great organ virtuosos who left us in 2022: Joey DeFrancesco. npr.org/2022/12/29/114590994…

Jazz Night In America remembers the artists we've lost

Jazz Night In America's video tribute to the artists lost in 2022.

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Need something to listen to as you get ready for the holidays? Jazz Night has just the playlist for you. npr.org/2021/12/21/106406100…

A holly jolly Jazz Night: Our favorite holiday tunes

'Tis the season for spending time with the ones we love. Here's a collection of the Jazz Night team's favorite holiday music, including timeless classics and a few brand-new bops.

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ICYMI! Eliane Elias (@4ElianeElias ) came to the Tiny Desk to show why she's one of the most respected names in Latin Jazz. npr.org/2022/12/09/114005199…

Eliane Elias: Tiny Desk Concert

One of the most respected names in Latin jazz gives a commanding performance behind the Tiny Desk.

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