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On this edition of The Art of the Story, Renee Rosnes talks to WBGO's Brian Delp about her album Crossing Paths

On this episode of The Art of the Story from the WBGO Archive, Lady Gaga chats with Michael Bourne in 2014 about her love of jazz

Jazz United profiles a few emerging masters on the saxophone — musicians whose dedication, proficiency and poise represent a vital new chapter. It so happens that all three are women, and their example (among others) upends some longstanding prejudices around the sax.

On the December 27 WBGO Journal, host Doug Doyle chats with Bernie Williams and Katia Lindor about their upcoming Carnegie Hall event

In her first hometown appearance in three years, vocalist Kitty Margolis demonstrates the place she has earned in the legacy of legendary jazz innovators. Backed by John R. Burr (piano), Dan Robbins (bass), Dave Mac Nab (guitar) Deszon Claiborne (drums) and Alfonso Montuori (sax), Margolis says, "After these truly "can't make it up" times I'm thrilled to be bringing the music back for a very special hometown concert at this stunning new performing arts venue in the City's most beautiful quarter. April feels like the perfect time to re-emerge and celebrate the awesome power of Jazz to heal, rejuvenate and uplift. There's nothing like the circle of energy between the band and the audience on a good night."

The Jazz Masters Series of Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) will welcome a return appearance by the world- renowned Ray Blue Trio, featuring jazz artist/composer/arranger and saxophonist Ray Blue of Peekskill, a New York Blues Hall of Fame inductee who has toured extensively throughout Europe, Asia and Africa.

John Yao and His 17-piece Instrument (JY-17 for short) features the diverse compositions of trombonist, composer and arranger John Yao. Established in 2014, the 17-piece ensemble is comprised of New York City’s finest jazz musicians including members of Grammy- award winning ensembles such as the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra, both of which Yao has been a regular substitute for over a decade and have had a profound influence on his compositional style. “At times angular and broken, other times linear and swinging, he offers a broad view of the possibilities of jazz composition,” says Jim McNeely of the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. In celebration of his birthday month of August, the JY-17 will perform the music of jazz legend Charlie Parker. The band will premiere several new arrangements that will put a new spin on Bird’s music.

Jazz pianist, Pete Malinverni joins classical violinist, Juliet Kurtzman for an evening of music from the Americas. From Astor Piazzolla to Thelonious Monk, Pete and Juliet will perform music from their acclaimed cd "Candleight's, love in the time of cholera" and will be joined by jazz vocalist, Anaïs Reno.

Award-winning New York-based jazz vocalist, Tessa Souter, returns to Mezzrow Jazz Club with first-call musicians, Luis Perdomo (piano) and Dezron Douglas (bass). Named by the Los Angeles Times and Time Out New York as "world class" and a "must-see," her emotional connection to the songs, the lyrics and the audience is extraordinary. "An astute and expressive singer," (New York Times) with a "truly beautiful voice" (Sirius Radio), "she leaves audiences feeling as though they've just experienced something very special." (LA Times). Two sets: 7:30 PM and 9 PM. https://linktr.ee/tessasouter

“The brilliant playing of David Kikoski just smokes. His playing is sparkling.” —Chick Corea

Acclaimed jazz pianist David Kikoski brings his formidable trio to Zinc for a splendid evening of jazz piano on Tuesday, November 1. He’s supported by Matt Penman on bass and Jeff “Tain” Watts on drums.

David Kikoski is one of New York’s busiest pianists. It’s no wonder. Given his swinging, always spontaneous playing, one immediately understands why his bio includes tenures with Roy Haynes, Bob Berg, Pat Metheny, and the Mingus Big Band.

Showtimes are at 7:00 PM and 8:30 pm. Tickets: $25 advance / $30 day of show. For more info, call (212) 477-9462 or visit http://zincjazzcom.