Blossom Dearly, a pink cherry blossom with a passion for jazz, talks with Leo Sidran about her unexpected internet success, the importance of kindness, why jazz is American history, and her first live performance with the Shrub-Tones at Lincoln Center.

Harry Connick, Jr. joins Leo Sidran to discuss Babe: Elaboratio — A Tribute to My Mother, an ambitious new orchestral work and book devoted to his mother, Anita Livingston, who died when he was 13. Connick reflects on memory and loss, growing up as a musical prodigy in New Orleans, his formative relationships with Ellis Marsalis and James Booker, and the “dream state” of his remarkable early success.

Joined by longtime collaborators bassist Curtis Lundy and drummer Victor Jones, Bobby’s new release Continuum also highlights the younger talents of pianist Jordan Williams, trumpeter Wallace Roney, Jr. and trombonist Krysten Ellis.

WBGO's Doug Doyle reports on saxophonist and composer Immanuel Wilkins, who has received a 2026 MacArthur Foundation's "Genius" Grant

Ray Long chats with singer, songwriter, and multifaceted musician Jake Sherman about his recently launched Organ Night concert series, and the surprising depth of community that it has already cultivated.

Pat Prescott talks to saxophonist Boney James about his new album "Simple Man"

As she celebrates her 70th birthday at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Russell reflects on a working life shaped by unexpected opportunities, a remarkable family legacy, and a willingness to keep following wherever the music leads.

WBGO's Doug Doyle chats with Broadway legend and jazz fan André DeShields who will perform in Hunter College's concert honoring the enduring musical legacy of Frank Sinatra

Willard Jenkins catches up with Washington D.C. area based musician Allyn Johnson, colloquially dubbed "the dean of D.C. jazz."

Grammy-winning singer, pianist and songwriter Nicole Zuraitis on The Devil I Knew, the boundaries of jazz, the long game of an independent career, and what it means to finally bake your own cake.