Geisa Fernandes

Comics & Jazz

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In the world of artistic expression, both comics and jazz stand out as vibrant and engaging forms of creativity. Comics, with their unique blend of visual art and storytelling, captivate readers of all ages with their colorful characters and imaginative worlds. On the other hand, jazz, with its soulful melodies and improvisational spirit, enchants audiences with its rhythmic complexity and emotional depth. When these two dynamic art forms converge, a magical synergy unfolds. In this ten-episode podcast, singer, composer and researcher Geisa Fernandes deals with several aspects in common betwee...

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Geisa Fernandes

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EP 10 (FINAL): Choro & Jazz: from Chiquinha Gonzaga to Nair de Teffé 31.12.2025 16:42

Summary:This is the tenth and final episode of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this final episode we focus on the intersection of jazz...

Episode 9: Graphic novel or jazz album? - The Epic and Intrumental 30.06.2025 8:53

Summary: This is the ninth episode (the one before the last, by the way) of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode we compare tw...

Episode 8: From Rags to Riches - Comics and Jazz validated as art forms 31.05.2025 13:16

Summary: This is the eighth episode of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode we propose a comparative reflection on how comics...

Episode 7: Damsels in distress - Representing women in Comics and Jazz 09.04.2025 12:55

Summary: This is the seventh episode of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode we explore the importance of comics and jazz to d...

Episode 6: Flow and the Black Diaspora 06.02.2025 10:58

Summary: This is the sixth part of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode we exploresthe academic recognition of jazz and comics...

Comics & Jazz - Trailer 2 - eps 6 a 10 28.12.2024 1:23

Lovers, Comics & Jazz is back! Stay tuned for episodes 6 to 10. Coming out next week! Comics & Jazz: your visual-musical journey with Geisa Fernandes Visit www.geisafernandes.com

Episode 5: Canclini, impure genres and the importance of standards 30.05.2024 9:08

Summary: This is the fifth part of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode: the connections between jazz and comic books, address...

Episode 4: So you think you can draw Jazz? The legacy of album cover illustrators 24.05.2024 15:49

Summary: This is the fourth part of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode: the building of the visual design of jazz album cove...

Episode 3: The Revolution! Alex Steiweiss and designed album covers 14.05.2024 9:57

Summary: This is the third part of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode: The deep connection between visual arts, comics; Mond...

Episode 2: Ragtime! Scott Joplin, Stravinsky and Picasso 08.05.2024 9:15

Summary: This is the second part of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for our discussion. In this episode: Adorno and his critics on the genre, Scott Joplin, S...

Episode 1: The journey begins! Billie Holiday, Piet Mondrian and Kamasi Washington 30.04.2024 7:48

Summary: This is the first part of a series of contents discussing the intertwining of comics and jazz as art forms, exploring their historical connections and contemporary influence on each other. The impact of recognition on these art forms and the representations of jazz in comics are also critical topics for discussion. In this episode: Considerations and anecdotes; Billie Holiday'and comic bo...

Comics & Jazz: a visual-musical journey with Geisa Fernandes 28.04.2024 1:42

I am Geisa Fernandes, singer, songwriter and researcher and your are my guest on this visual-musical journey. In this series of ten episodes, we will talk about the many intersections, similarities and crossovers between Comics and Jazz. Stay tuned and enjoy! Comics and Jazz is an International Jazz Day event. Visit: www.geisafernandes.com