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

KUCR and the legendary Jazz Tuesdays is still swingin strong after decades of making giant steps. Tune in every Tuesday at 9 am for a taste of Lee Farley as he explores the realm of the giants of this music on Jazz Explorations, at 11 am Bob Herschler brings you the best in classic Jazz from Coltrane to Monk you can always count on Jazz Time. Don’t touch that dial though! Dr. J sits down at 1pm to bring you another two hours of great jazz from the big-band era, from Basie to Duke and Buddy Rich to Mr. Mingus. The Jazz Tuesday crew at KUCR keeps it alive each and every Tuesday with some great music and some great knowledge here on KUCR 88.3 FM! Remember you can stream our station live from anywhere in the world and you’re on the right page to do so!