Nadine's Jazz Boutique

This episode features an interview with keyboardist Harry Eddleston. We talk about how he got into jazz, his inspirations and his experience in the local jazz scene. The episode also features music from Cama de Gato, George Duke and Yellow Jackets. Information on the album entitled 'Pasquale plays Duke' by guitarist Pasquale Grasso is also provided, based on reviews in jazz magazines or...

This episode is dedicated to American saxophonist, band leader and composer Charlie Parker (1920-1955). We pay him tribute by listening to his compositions interpreted by various artists including Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau, Jaco Pastorius, Carmen McRae, Ella Fitzgerald, Kurt Elling, Kandace Springs and Weather Report. We also remember Nat Phipps. Charlie Parker's photo is by William P. Gott...

During this episode we remember percussionist and artist Charles 'City' Gatt who sadly passed away on 19th February 2022 at the age of 77. Charles was an important figure in the Maltese jazz scene and is the initiator of the Malta Jazz Festival. This episode features an interview with him, held in September 2021, and we listen to material from his latest album 'Talking'. Charle...

This episode features an interview with jazz guitarist and composer Sandro Zerafa. We talk about how he got into jazz, the Parisian jazz scene and his various projects. We also chat about his experience as artistic director of the Malta Jazz Festival and what to expect at the festival this coming July.  The episode also features music from Keith Jarrett and Georgia Cécile. Information on the album...

This episode features an interview with drummer Joe Camilleri (Bibi). We chat about his early years into jazz, his passion for piano playing and numerous experiences with performing with international artists.  The episode also features music from Sara Dowling and Charles Mingus. Information on the re-issuing of the album entitled 'Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus Mingus' by Charles Mingus is...

This episode features an interview with guitarist and composer Warren Galea. We chat about his experience with studying and performing in New York, the NYC jazz scene, his debut album and more!  The episode also features music from Tina May and Richard Bona. Information on the album entitled 'Black to the future' by Sons of Kemet is also provided, based on reviews in jazz magazines or bl...

This episode features an interview with pianist Daniel Sant. We talk about how he started studying music and jazz, influential artists, his ongoing studies and more. The episode also features music from Carla Bley, Dominic Galea, Miles Davis and Ofri Nehemya. Information on the album entitled 'Homeward Bound' by Johnathan Blake is also provided, based on reviews in jazz magazines or blog...

This episode features an interview with Sicilian saxophone player Rino Cirinna'. We talk about how he started into jazz, the Sicilian jazz scene, his connections to Malta, and more. The episode also features music from Brad Mehldau, Jane Monheit and Stacey Kent. Information on the album entitled 'Bird Lives' by SWR Big Band is also provided, based on reviews in jazz magazines or blo...

This episode is dedicated to American composer, pianist and band leader Duke Ellington (1899-1974). We pay him tribute by listening to his compositions interpreted by various artists including McCoy Tyner, Nancy Wilson, Ben Webster, Carmen McRae & Betty Carter and Weather Report. We also remember Barry Harris, whilst the album of the week is 'Absence' by Terence Blanchard. Duke Ellin...

This episode features an interview with bass player Oliver Degabriele. We talk about the various projects he forms part of in Malta and Paris, his involvement in different musical genres, touring, Festen's upcoming album and more. The episode also features music from Rosa Passos, Wayne Shorter, Festen and Akale Wube`. Information on the latest album entitled 'Another Land' by double...

This episode features an interview with pianist and composer Paul Giordimaina. We speak about his past and most recent projects, musicians that influenced him and how he started a home studio during the pandemic. We pay tribute to two of Malta's prominent bass players, Bernard Scerri and Lawrie Simpson who both passed away. The episode also features music from Avishai Cohen, Chiara Pancaldi a...

The Christmas edition of Nadine's Jazz Boutique features a number of artists interpreting some lovely Christmas tunes. This episode features music from Danilo Perez, Bill Evans, Nat King Cole, Chet Baker, John Legend & Esperanza Spalding, Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Kimbrough, Diana Krall, Richard Razaf Trio and Jamie Cullum. Information on the latest album 'The pianoman a...

This episode features an interview with saxophone player Walter Vella. We speak about his early years into jazz, his experience with music outside Malta and the album 'Advanced Decomposition'. The episode also features music from Anita O'Day, Al Di Meola and Gretchen Parlato . Information on the latest album 'Flor' by vocalist Gretchen Parlato is also provided, based on re...

This episode is dedicated to some of the 2021 Jazz FM award winners.  Whilst remembering Pat Martino, we feature great tracks by Courtney Pine, Tony Bennett, Gary Bartz, Jon Batiste, Daniel Casimir and Jas Kayser. Information on Emma Jean Thackray's new album 'Yellow'  is also provided, based on reviews in jazz magazines or blogs.

This episode features an interview with drummer, percussionist and educator Joseph Camilleri. We speak about his early years into music, his inspirations and ongoing academic research on Malta born drummer and percussionist George Caruana (stage name 'Tony Carr') who managed to break through the international jazz scene and worked with notable artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sixto Rodri...

This episode features an interview with pianist and composer Kris Spiteri. We speak about his inspirations, lyrics and music writing, and his various projects especially the album with his band 'Noir'. The episode also features music from Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers, Joao Gilberto and Kenny Garrett. Information on the latest album 'Sounds from the ancestors' by saxopho...

This episode features an interview with saxophone player Carlo Muscat. We will learn about his projects, collaboration with other musicians and his latest album 'Diversity'. The episode also features music from Diane Reeves, Return to Forever, James Francies and Patricia Barber. Information on the latest album 'Purest Form' by jazz pianist James Francies is also provided, based...

This episode features an interview with composer and pianist Dominic Galea. We will learn more about his early years into jazz, inspirations, various projects with numerous musicians and his latest album 'City Vibes'. The episode also features music from Charlie Parker,  Gretchen Parlato and Esperanza Spalding. Information on the latest album 'Songwrights Apothecary Lab' by voc...

This episode is dedicated to Thelonious Monk on his 104th birthday in October. We will pay him tribute by listening to his compositions interpreted by a number of artists including Betty Carter, Esbjorn Svensson Trio and Chick Corea, amongst others. Information on the latest album 'Breathe' by Dr Lonnie Smith  is also provided, based on reviews in jazz magazines or blogs.

This episode features an interview with fine art photographer and artist Joe P. Smith. We will learn more about his experience in jazz photography, listen to some of his favourite tunes and discover upcoming projects. The episode also features music from Bill Evans, Michel Petrucciani, Steps Ahead, Stan Getz & Kenny Barron and local band Jes Psaila - The Hinge Project. Information on the lates...

This episode features an interview with jazz vocalist Angie Vella Zarb. We discover how she got into jazz, her experience with the band 'Blue Tangerine' and ongoing preparations for the recording of her debut album as a leader. The episode also features music from Billie Holiday, Esbjörn Svensson Trio and Avishai Cohen. Information on the latest album by trumpet player Avishai Cohen  &ap...

This episode features an interview with pianist, composer and recording artist Vinny Vella Jnr, and we listen to tunes from his albums 'The Beatles' Works' and 'Another Way'. The episode also features music from Dinah Washington, Paul Mc Cartney, Chick Corea Akoustic Band and Bokante. Information on the album 'Chick Corea Akoustic Band LIVE ' is provided, based o...

This episode features an interview with pianist, composer and arranger Joe Debono, and we listen to material from his debut album as a leader 'Acquapazza'. The episode also features music from Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong, Robert Glasper, Kurt Elling and Joao Bosco. Information on Kurt Elling's latest album 'Superblue' is provided, based on reviews in jazz magazin...

This episode features an interview with percussionist and artist Charles 'City' Gatt, and we listen to material from his latest album 'Talking'. The episode also features music from Gregory Porter, Brad Mehldau, Pat Metheney and Elaine Elias. Information on Pat Metheney's latest album 'Side-Eye NYC (V1.IV)' is provided, based on reviews in jazz magazines or blogs...