2018-08

08-24-18 Pianist Brad Mehldau - Jazz After Dinner

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features pianist Brad Mehidau from his trio recording"Ode" with Larry Grenadier, bass and Jeff Ballard, drums.

08-26-18 Concert Pianist Kenneth Hamilton - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature Kenneth Hamilton, concert pianist from Scotland. We listen to examples of his music from his recently released CD, “Preludes to Chopin”, discuss his career and how he became “one of the finest players of his generation”. He has appeared many times on TV, radio, and at festivals around the world.
 

08-19-18 Artist Cooperative Gallery of Westerly - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature The Artist Cooperative Gallery of Westerly with artist and board member Ardie Harrison and artist Kaleeny Cannon. We talk about the gallery moving to it's new temporary home at the Westerly train station and the new show opening this month. For more information you can go to their web site at www.westerlyarts.com
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08-17-18 Saxophonist Stan Getz - Jazz After Dinner

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features saxophonist Stan Getz from his Verve recording "Bossa and Ballads; The Lost Sessions" with Kenny Barron, piano; George Mraz, bass and Victor Lewis, drums.

08-12-18 Theatre by the Sea-Chicago - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of 'Chicago' is the subject of this week's program with Tarra Connor Jones, one of the stars of this production. We talk about the musical and listen to some      of the very popular songs from it. For more information you can call (401) 782-8587 or go to www.theatrebythesea.com
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08-10-18 Pianist Bill O'Connell - Jazz After Dinner

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features pianist Bill O'Connell.

08-04-18 Tiverton Four Corners 2018 - The 95.9 Company Break

This month on The 95.9 Company Break we talk with Tiffany Peay & Kathrine Lovell of the Tiverton Four Corners merchant association to discuss what is happening this summer and in the months to come. Located within a one hour drive of Boston, Providence, Newport, and the towns of Southeastern Massachusetts, Tiverton Four Corners has become an important center for antiques, fine art, decorative crafts, and cozy shops nestled into a quaint New England Village of 18th century buildings. Enjoy the fresh air as you walk the few steps between shops to peek in windows, sample gourmet treats and purchase quality goods of all kinds in an unhurried, friendly and charming atmosphere. For more information visit tivertonfourcorners.com

08-05-18 Roger Williams Park Zoo-Rainforest Exhibit 2018 - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature The Roger Williams Park Zoo brand new Rainforest exhibit. We talk to Diane Nahabedian, Director of Marketing, P. J. Jones, and Shareen Knowlton, Director of Education. We'll talk about it's creation, hours of operation, and how much fun it is for the entire family. For more information you can go to www.rwpzoo.org

08-03-18 Guitarist Pat Metheny - Jazz After Dinner

On this weeks Jazz After Dinner Joe features guitarist Pat Metheny from his 2011 Nonesuch recording "What is it All About".