Luke Nelson
Luke Nelson wears many hats. Many are metaphorical. But not all. He is a prolific songwriter, composer, arranger. He’s a
Bill Harrison
Bill Harrison had a 40 year career as a working bass player. He played with jazz heavyweights and wedding bands.
Home-Part 2
Continuing my family home farewell, I talk to my siblings and their spouses. Then I chat with my parents. .
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After nearly 2 1/2 years out of work due to the pandemic, I’ve recently returned to work. And it’s a
Home-Part I
Selling your family home after 50 years can be traumatic. It can also be a logistical nightmare and an emotional
Steve Roberts
Guitarist Steve Roberts is an interesting ‘cat’. AND a dog person. He plays a multitude of stringed instruments. From acoustic
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Who are our artistic influences? How do the performances and the performers we witness in our youth help to form
Florence Schwartz; Hollis Resnik Remembrance
Violinist Florence Schwartz has played with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for over 30 years. Her tenure spans the eras of
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Cadenza #1: The Tour From Hell
Host Shawn Stengel revisits a colorful early-career adventure. He toured with a D level production of The Phantom of the
Jeremy Kahn
Jeremy Kahn talks piano jazz, Cubs, winter sports, movies, and so much more. He’s one deep cat! Jeremy is an