Jazz Tuesday tribute to Duke Ellington’s 112th birthday 04-26-11
Join Lee Farley, host of Jazz Explorations this upcoming Tuesday April 26th, 2011 frpm 9am-11am for a listen at some previsouly unreleased and ultra rare cuts from Duke Ellington in honor of the Duke’s 112th birthday. Duke Ellington is considered by jazz critics to be on of the greatest composers of the last century. With over 1,000 known compositions Ellington is a cornerstone to the development of Jazz music in America, inspiring musicians around the world. Don’t miss this opportunity to listen to some never before heard music from the Duke. Joining Lee Farley will be Steven Lasker, expert and producer of a recently issued compilation of Duke Ellington’s greatest work. You can catch this program and an entire afternoon of great jazz on KUCR each and every Tuesday from 9am-5pm, and Tuesday mornings from 12am-7am for Jazz After Midnight