2008 Episode 06 • • •  

Segment #1: New Releases

Neil Tesser reviews "Here With You," a new release from vocalist Libby York. Mark Ruffin discusses "The New Crystal Silence," a live recording marking the 35th anniversary of the iconic original by the Gary Burton-Chick Corea duo.

Segment #2: Far In. . . Far Out: Freddie Hubbard and Archie Shepp

In this popular recurring segment, Mark and Neil compare and contrast the music of mainstream trumpet performer and composer Freddie Hubbard, and the boundary-stretching tenor sax artistry of Archie Shepp.

Segment #3: Interview - Frank Kimbrough

Neil and Mark catch up with pianist Frank Kimbrough and talk about his first solo piano album, "Air," which features some of his original compositions, as well as works by Ellington and Monk.

Segment #4: "For Your Ears Only" Listening Quiz

Mark and Neil continue the solo piano theme with a contest featuring notable piano solos and soloists.

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