For Women’s History Month, Leo Sidran reflects on the evolving role of women in jazz — from overlooked pioneers to contemporary innovators reshaping the music today. Featuring insights from Caroline Davis, Terri Lyne Carrington, and Melissa Aldana, the piece explores how representation, authorship, and canon-building continue to shape the sound of jazz.

John Pizzarelli is celebrating Tony Bennett's centennial with Dear Mr. Bennett. A Grammy-winning guitarist and vocalist, and host of Radio Deluxe on WBGO, Pizzarelli releases a heartfelt tribute that features his trio performing timeless songs made famous by Bennett over his remarkable seven-decade career.He talked recently with Janis Siegel for Singer’s Unlimited about his musical friendship with the late and legendary singer.