David and Art

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In this episode of David and Art, host David Smith continues his journey through the melodies and musings of Bill Evans—a pianist whose quiet fire captivated Miles Davis and helped shape the course of jazz history. Discover how his touch transformed every note into a masterpiece, leaving a profound impact on the world of music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Pri...

In this week's edition of David and Art, host David Smith dives into the story of Bill Evans, a jazz pianist whose artistry left an indelible mark on the genre. His name might not ring a bell for everyone, but his impact is undeniable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...

Further exploring the Newport Jazz Festival and it's legacy, here's David Smith with this week's edition of David and Art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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“What's in a name? That which we call a masterpiece by any other artist would be just as evocative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

How does an artists trajectory affect our understanding and appreciation of their creative output? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this week's edition of David & Art, host David Smith explores the intriguing intersection of history and the arts. He reflects on how modern culture's obsession with the "new" often leads to a dismissive attitude toward history, and how this affects both how we experience art and our collective memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at http...

Continuing to examine the tole of historical accuracy within artistic pursuits, here's David Smith with this weeks edition of David and Art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

When it comes to Art, just  how  important is historical accuracy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Should historical art really reflect history accurately? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

With so much cultural variety, when is art "art?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Places that can be rooted in and by particular art, are fortunate places indeed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Can memorizing art, make it more affective? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

A rare, and deeply fascinating example of creating, purely through subtraction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Further examining the evocative work of Claude Debussy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Exploring the importance and necessity of arts in education. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

An airplane ride opened his eyes, well, ears - to an amazing string quartet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

When thinking of the creative process, we don't usually think about being alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Even centuries after its creation, a classic work of art can be seen afresh through the work of another artist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sometimes it’s good to be reminded that just by picking up a book we can join a long tradition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Sometimes seemingly mundane things, like watching a frazzled waiter, can remind you of great art. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

The story of one of the world’s most famous paintings is a story worth repeating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Showcasing American artist Norman Rockwell's journey from the covers of the Saturday Evening Post to Look magazine. Norman Rockwell became extremely famous in the United States as a key illustrator for a magazine called the Saturday Evening Post. He thought of himself as a storyteller. His paintings were not just pictures. He wanted them to show settings that were very human. And sometimes, settin...

In this week's episode of David and Art, host David Smith discusses how art can transcend simple expression to convey profound emotions and historical truths. Charlie Brown has it right. At one point in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” he and Peppermint Patty are sitting together under a tree talking. Suddenly she says “Explain love to me, Chuck.” After a thoughtful pause, he responds, “I can r...