San Diego Sessions

S1E1 - Vocalist Leonard Patton

Mon, 07 Aug 2017 02:54:21 -0000

Leonard Patton joins us for the inaugural episode of the podcast. We discuss his latest records and how to play 70 gigs in 24 hours.

S1E2 - Drummer Matthew Elton Smith

Sun, 13 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0000

Drummer and composer Matthew Smith. Tune in for an in-depth discussion of his new record featuring Dayna Stephens and Curtis Taylor.

S1E3 - Bobby Cressey

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0000

Bobby Cressey takes us on a sonic adventure through his new record featuring Hammond B3 + horns.

S1E4 - Flutist Lori Bell

Mon, 04 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0000

Episode 04 with flute player Lori Bell. Tune in to hear her new record Blue(s), opinions on bacon, and general reflections on jazz.

S1E5 - Bassist Rob Thorsen

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0000

Bassists and composer Rob Thorsen stops by to play some tunes from his latest album, and rap about current happenings around town.

S1E6 - Vibraphonist and Pianist Anthony Smith

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0000

Anthony came by to discuss his new book "Masters of the Vibes: Conversations with Great, Living Jazz Vibraphonists"

S1E7 - Pianist and Composer Danny Green

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0000

Danny Green discusses Wagner, TEDx, Brazilian music, caffeine, bacon, and his new record with strings.

S1E8 - Saxophonist and Composer Gabriel Sundy

Sun, 01 Oct 2017 10:50:57 -0000

Gabriel dropped by for an exclusive sneak peak of the new Nexus album, and insights into his influences and the past two decades of music-making in San Diego.

S1E9 - Percussionist Nathan Hubbard

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 04:29:15 -0000

Nathan joined us to chat about the two records he's put out this year, as well as his work making and altering percussion instruments.

S1E10 - Producer and Pianist Kamau Kenyatta

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 05:51:45 -0000

Acclaimed producer and musician Kamau Kenyatta joined us for a discussion about music - from his Detroit roots all the way up to current projects.

S1E11 - Isaac Crow and OrchidxMantis

Sun, 22 Oct 2017 17:10:08 -0000

Drummer Isaac Crow discusses the production of the new OrchidxMantis record, fashion, Bach, Kevin Bacon, and trip hop.

S1E12 - Saxophonist Robert Dove

Sun, 29 Oct 2017 19:29:05 -0000

Rob joins us for an in-depth discussion of music and the jazz scene here in San Diego.

S1E13 - Saxophonist Les Arbuckle

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 15:04:39 -0000

Les Arbuckle dropped in to discuss his new book, Saigon Kids, the San Diego music scene, and his past recordings with Mike Stern, Kenny Barron, John Abercrombie, and others.

S1E14 - Pianist Joshua White

Sat, 11 Nov 2017 22:36:51 -0000

Pianist and composer Joshua White gave us the behind-the-scenes on his debut album "13 Short Stories"

S1E15 - Vibraphonist Matt DiBiase

Mon, 20 Nov 2017 02:38:48 -0000

We got deep in the groove with vibraphonist and recent San Diego resident Matt DiBiase. Check out his electronic-influeced projects Plexus and Fisson, and his perspective on vibes, malletKAT, composition, and performance.

S1E16 - Malcom Jones and Andrew Michel

Sun, 03 Dec 2017 18:08:57 -0000

Join us for a double-header as we discuss the upcoming San Diego Jazz Anthology and SDSU's new two-disc album.

S1E17 - Saxophonist and Composer Sam Pratt

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 05:34:10 -0000

We interview saxophonist and composer Sam Pratt about his two 2017 releases - one quintet record and one solo saxophone record (with electronics).

S1E18 - Drummer and Pianist Bob Weller

Mon, 18 Dec 2017 21:15:26 -0000

Bob dropped by to discuss his influences, coming up as a musician in NYC, and the musical legacy of the Weller family (both past and preset).

S1E19 - Composer and Pianist Tobin Chodos

Mon, 25 Dec 2017 01:35:48 -0000

We chat about Tobin's work in jazz, avant-garde, and classical idioms, plus the undisputed fact that robots have taken over the world (as predicted by James Cameron in the '80s).

S1E20 - Steph Johnson

Mon, 01 Jan 2018 17:36:23 -0000

We spin some tracks off Steph's latest record Music Is Art, and hear the latest news from Voices Of Our City Choir including their upcoming film.

S1E21 - Drummer and Percussionist David Whitman

Sun, 07 Jan 2018 23:43:20 -0000

Drummer David Whitman came by to talk music and spin some tracks from his latest record, featuring some of southern California's finest players.

S1E22 - Keyboardist Tim Felten

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 07:42:03 -0000

We talk all things funky and soulful with keyboardist/composer/engineer Tim Felten. Tune in for the latest on Sure Fire Soul Ensemble and his other recent projects.

S1E23 - Guitarist Grant Fisher

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 21:01:41 -0000

Grant came down to give us an exclusive on the new JUX ep, featuring bassist Harley Magsino and drummist Julien Cantelm. We discuss all things jazz guitar, disc golf, foot-fashion, and hear about Grant's work on the Rad Scientist podcast.

S1E24 - Trumpet Player Gabe Wolf

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 04:50:55 -0000

Trumpeter Gabe Wolf stopped by to discuss his jazz-rock roots, experimentation with the electric trumpet, and current happenings around town.

S1E25 - Bassist Harley Magsino

Wed, 07 Feb 2018 05:09:35 -0000

Bassist and composer Harley Magsino discusses his own ensemble (HM3), the writing processes, as well as his role in various local projects (OrchidxMantis and Moth and Sons).

S2E26 - Vocalist Sharon Dubois

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 06:37:29 -0000

Sharon discusses her new album "Into Light," featuring John Staten, Joey Carano, Christian McBride, and more.

S2E27 - Singer Sacha Boutros

Thu, 22 Feb 2018 06:42:18 -0000

Singer Sacha Boutros discusses her past albums and writing style, as well as her upcoming European tour.

S2E28 - Pianist Jarel Paguio

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 07:13:45 -0000

Pianist Jarel Paguio came by to discuss his compositions, influences, and more.

S2E29 - Drummer Jake Najor

Mon, 05 Mar 2018 02:02:21 -0000

Jake Najor has been in the trenches for over 20 years laying down the beat for dozens of groups around San Diego. In this episode we dive into Jake's debut record "In The Cut", featuring an all-star cast of SD and LA musicians.

S2E30 - Bassist Ben Wanicur

Tue, 13 Mar 2018 01:41:51 -0000

Bassist Ben Wanicur drops by to discuss his musical approach, his new monthly jam session, surfing, bacon, and his literary favorites.

S2E31 - Farhad Bahrami and Louis Valenzuela

Mon, 19 Mar 2018 22:09:56 -0000

Two guests in the studio this week - Farhad Bahrami and Louis Valenzuela of Dornob Collective discuss the intersection of Persian music, jazz, and other genres. Also, hear a live, in studio demonstration of the setar and get the latest on the Monday night jam session.

S2E32 - Trombonist Andy Geib

Mon, 26 Mar 2018 20:38:27 -0000

Trombonist (and multi-instrumentalist) Andy Geib has been a gig warrior on the San Diego scene for 20 years. We get the skinny on his group Wise Monkey Orchestra, and also discuss his youth ensemble Ambassadors of Soul.

S2E33 - Trumpeter Curtis Taylor

Mon, 09 Apr 2018 02:35:37 -0000

Trumpeter Curtis Taylor came by to play some tracks from his new production #Hashtagged. We also discuss his work with James Carter, Gregory Porter, and more.

S2E34 - Guitarist and Luthier Victor Baker

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 19:14:18 -0000

Guitarist and luthier Victor Baker stops by to discuss his craft, his music, and his move out to San Diego. His guitars are garnering him accolades across the jazz world, and he's built instruments for the likes of Kurt Rosenwinkel and Gilad Hekselman

S2E35 - Guitarist Robin Henkel

Sun, 22 Apr 2018 15:24:12 -0000

Blues and jazz guitarist Robin Henkel is our guest this week. Robin has been a fixture on the San Diego scene for decades. We discuss his new album, influences, and some blues guitar history.

S2E36 - Saxophonist David Borgo

Thu, 03 May 2018 08:12:33 -0000

Saxophonist and Professor of Music at UCSD David Borgo comes by to discuss his multitude of works and collaborations, including his electro-acoustic duo KaiBorg, his polymeric group Kronomorfic, and his saxophone trio Initial Conditions

S2E37 - Bassist Kyle Motl

Tue, 08 May 2018 03:12:18 -0000

Bassist and composer Kyle Motl came by to discuss his solo performing, his trio with pianist Tobin Chodos and drummer Kjell Nordeson, a second trio with drummer Abbey Rader and woodwindist Drew Ceccato, and his concepts for improvising musicians.

S2E38 - Saxophonist Jesse Audelo

Tue, 15 May 2018 00:24:55 -0000

Saxophonist and composer Jesse Audelo came by with some of his new large-ensemble recordings. We discuss his his approach to composition, and the many projects he's involved with in San Diego and Los Angeles.

S2E39 - Singer Leonard Patton

Mon, 21 May 2018 22:25:46 -0000

Vocalist and first-ever guest on the podcast Leonard Patton returns to discuss his new live album and plans for a new jazz venue here in town!

S3E40 - Pianist Danny Green "One Day It Will"

Tue, 29 May 2018 03:37:34 -0000

We kick off Season 3 of the podcast with an 'on-air' recording of pianist Danny Green, plus more tracks from his new album "One Day It Will"

S3E41 - Pianist John Opferkuch

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 04:50:57 -0000

Pianist John Opferkuch stops by to discuss his album "The Kennedy Files," and performs a new composition live, in-studio.

S3E42 - Multi-instrumentalist Tonga Ross-Ma'u

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 03:44:08 -0000

Pianist, guitarist, and producer Tonga Ross-Mau came by to share his new album with Ascent Trio and other recent projects.

S3E43 - Vocalist Whitney Shay

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 21:53:18 -0000

Vocalist Whitney Shay drops by and gives us a preview of her soon-to-be-released album A Woman Rules the World, featuring some gritty blues vocals and a killer cast of players.

S3E44 - Singer-Songwriter Lizabeth Yandel

Wed, 25 Jul 2018 03:56:43 -0000

Singer-songwriter and guitarist Lizabeth Yandel discusses her roots, her writing processes, and her many eclectic influences, from jazz to future soul

S3E45 - Saxophonist Tripp Sprague

Tue, 07 Aug 2018 20:03:59 -0000

Saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist Tripp Sprague dropped in to discuss past and current projects. We also touch on his practice routine, Steely Dan, Sprague family history, upcoming gigs, and more.

S3E46 - Composer Joe Garrison

Sat, 25 Aug 2018 04:28:23 -0000

Composer and bandleader Joe Garrison came by to give us the inside scoop on his new release, The Broken Jar, which features a host of local jazz and classical luminaries.

S3E47 - Multi-Instrumentalist Ellen Weller

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 20:15:04 -0000

Composer, conductor, and multi-instrumentalist Ellen Weller comes through to discuss her approaches to improvisation as well as her work with various ensembles, including The Weller Family Band.

S3E48 - Saxophonist JP Balmat

Wed, 19 Sep 2018 03:51:31 -0000

Saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist JP Balmat dropped in to talk about his career as a performer and educator, including his work with Euphoria Brass Band and the KSDS Jazz Orchestra.

S3E49 - OBTuse Goose

Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:30:51 -0000

OBTuse Goose dropped by to play some cuts from their newest release, The Goose Is Loose

S3E50 - Guitarist Jon Garner

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 20:46:05 -0000

Guitarist Jon Garner discusses his longtime study of gypsy jazz as well as his educational book series.

S3E51 - Bassist Sean Hicke

Sun, 04 Nov 2018 18:00:00 -0000

Bassist Sean Hicke joins us to discuss his debut album, Sunflower Sutra, as well as his musical plans for his future in San Diego.

S3E52 - OrchidxMantis: Rated X

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 12:07:00 -0000

Jazz meets trip hop by way of classical and drum n’ bass with San Diego outfit OrchidxMantis. We talk it all out with drummer and composer Isaac Crow, singer and keyboardist Nina Dering, and cellist and vocalist Caitlin Fahey Crow as we play some fire off their sophomore album Rated X.

S3E53 - Singer Songwriter Sahara Grim

Sat, 15 Dec 2018 04:18:41 -0000

Sahara Grim came by to play some tracks off her latest EP Current of Being

S3E54 - Flutist Holly Hofmann

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 00:47:05 -0000

Flutist Holly Hofmann sits down with us to discuss her storied career, the various jazz series she’s produced in San Diego and beyond, and her mentoring to up-and-coming female musicians.

S3E55 - Clarinetist/saxophonist/vocalist Chloe Feoranzo

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 18:42:28 -0000

Clarinetist, saxophonist, and vocalist Chloe Feoranzo takes a moment from her busy touring schedule to discuss her New Orleans-based all women ensemble the Shake Em Up Jazz Band as well as her work with Postmodern Jukebox, among other projects. She’s done San Diego proud!