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Associate Conductor of VocalEssence, G. Phillip Shoultz, III talks about his daily live stream called Take Five with GPS, and the other ways the Twin Cities-based mixed choir is keeping people singing while staying home.

St. Paul artist Carly Swenson talks about her process and her art.

The Minnesota Hard Bop Collective exists to preserve the jazz era of hard bop, from the 1950s onward. It explores not only the music of the artists of the period, but the improvisatory approach to playing. Jesse Simon started the project, and he told Phil Nusbaum that starting it was for him a family thing.

Minneapolis-based film director Phil Harder talks about his new release "Tuscaloosa" shot in the state of Minnesota and now streaming.

Cherrish Holland from Lutheran Social Service Financial Counseling talks about ways to manage funds during the pandemic.

Aja Parham is a Minnesota singer, who at a young age has done many things. She’s sung classical music, pop styles, jazz and more. Her broad interests in music come from her parents, who played all kinds of music at home.

St. Paul artist MaryBeth Garrigan talks about what paintings she's working on while staying close to home.

We can't visit theaters right now, but we can stream great movies. Peter Schilling has some suggestions.

MPS Superintendent Ed Graff talks about distance learning, and providing child care and meals while schools are closed during the pandemic.

Jeff Radford from Hennepin County Library talks about the streaming service for Minnesota musicians called MNspin.

On the Morning Show, I interview local musicians weekly. We can't talk about gigs right now, but we can still talk about music. I interviewed singer Connie Evingson about some of her favorite music to listen to for relaxation.

Joy McElroy talks about ways to keep youth safe online.

Jill Mott talks about the porrón, a device used to safely share wine.

Professor Craig Hedberg from the U of M's School of Public Health talks with us about preventing the spread of COVID-19.

Trevor Johnson is the Senior Director of Behavioral Health at Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. He has helpful tips for managing stress and anxiety in these difficult times.

Gypsy Mania plays the standards of Gypsy Jazz. But guitarist Glen Helgeson composes music that makes Gypsy Mania’s Gypsy jazz a singular contribution to the music. Catch Gypsy Mania 6 to 9 PM Friday night March 20 at Hell’s Kitchen in Minneapolis. Phil Nusbaum talked to Glen, and when he did, they were talking about Minor Swing, a Gypsy Jazz calling card tune.

Vocalist Sarah M Greer and Saxophonist Nathan Hanson have each worked in improvisation-oriented jazz settings. On Thursday March 19, they meet for an evening of improvised duets at Jazz Central in Minneapolis. When Phil Nusbaum talked with Sarah, she first addressed why she’s working with Nathan.

Two representatives from St. Thomas University are looking to give nearly $100k in grant money to people of color who want to be teachers and they stopped by the Morning Show to talk about it.

Bruce Henry is a song stylist beyond compare. He composes his own songs and picks great ones of others. Bruce sings in front of a 5-piece band at Crooners in Minneapolis, this Saturday night at 7:30. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Bruce first told of his early influences.

Ebb N' Flow is comprised of some of the Twin Cities' finest artists and music makers. They follow in the well known musical tradition of improvised jazz music. Catch Ebb and Flo at jazz Central Studios in Minneapolis every second Thursday of the month, including Thursday March 12 at 8PM. Percussionist Davu Seru talked to Phil Nusbaum about Ebb and Flo.

Guitarist Tom Lieberman from Rio Nido talks about the trio's upcoming gig at Crooners this weekend.

Lila Ammons sings at the Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis, Sunday march 8 from7 till 9 PM. Lila is known for her vocal interpretations of Jazz and Blues of the 1920’s, 1930s and 1940s, and that is the era Lila and her trio will perform at the Hook and Ladder show. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Lila told why she maintains this type of focus.

Lila Ammons sings at the Hook and Ladder in Minneapolis, Sunday March 8 from7 till 9 PM. Lila is known for her vocal interpretations of Jazz and Blues of the 1920’s, 1930s and 1940s, and that is the era Lila and her trio will perform at the Hook and Ladder show. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Lila told why she maintains this type of focus.

Joy Ann Parker’s tribute show for Patsy Kline is a long term success. The show replays iconic country songs of the 50s and 60s but with Joyann’s special interpretive abilities. And she does it at Crooners, Wednesday March 4 at 7:30. Joyann talked with Phil Nusbaum about both Patsy and singing Patsy’s songs.

AchieveMpls is holding mock interviews for students. College & Career Center manager Tiffany Enriquez talks about how you can help prepare students for their future careers.