Summer is approaching fast, and that means Minneapolis Public Schools‘ Summer Scholars programs are as well. Jazz88’s Manny Hill spoke with MPS Community Ed Program Director, William Baker, about what families can expect with Summer Scholars in 2023, and how families can sign up. Also, William shares some of the other exciting programs and opportunities...Read More
The celebrated MC, artist, and activist Lewiee Blaze came through to discuss his upcoming performance at The Purple Day on Saturday, June 3rd. This annual celebration of Prince, aka “The Purple One,” brings together some of the best and brightest of the Twin Cities music scene for a great community event. Listen: This interview...Read More
The celebrated harp player Brandee Younger is preparing for a headlining show at the Dakota on Tuesday, May 23. She hopped on the phone with Sean from The Afternoon Cruise to discuss the show, her recent album, and the influence of jazz harpist Dorothy Ashby on her work. Listen: This interview originally aired May...Read More
Minnesota-based trumpet player Jake Baldwin swung through the studios of Jazz88 to discuss garnering a 4-star review in DownBeat magazine for his latest release on Shifting Paradigm records, Misc. Items. Listen: This interview originally aired May 22, 2023 on The Afternoon Cruise. This interview was produced and edited by Autumn Haeg. More Posts...Read More
Byron Stripling, a nationally-acclaimed trumpet player and conductor, joined The Afternoon Cruise to discuss his upcoming season-opening show, celebrating the music of New Orleans and the legacy of Louis Armstrong, with the JazzMN Orchestra on Tuesday, May 23. Listen: This interview originally aired May 19, 2023 on The Afternoon Cruise. This interview was produced...Read More
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