THE MUSICAL UNIVERSE OF PROFESSOR HURST

Chickenbone and I have a great discussion of the blues, the music scene in Southern California (and beyond) and his newest album "Serve It To Me Hot!"

Ken has much to share with you in this episode.  He relays his work in the New York jazz scene both onstage and behind the scenes at Small's, the renowned jazz club in New York as well as other venues.  

Peter is a seasoned professional who offers a generous outpouring of insight about the professional music world.  We talk about his music, bands and what advice he would give someone seeking to become a professional musician.

Erinn has an interesting musical biography.  Although not part of her original musical journey, she discovered bluegrass music and delved in deeply.  She also has enthusiasm for pop/rock styles.  Her most recent recording done in Nashville is comprised of songs she wrote during the pandemic lock down and while recovering from vocal surgery.  Her music is vibrant, fun and listen...

Ivy Ryann's songs delve into the deepest and darkest parts of human emotions.  She has a lot to say and provokes the listener to THiNK!!!  You will enjoy the conversation Ivy and I have about her songs, her songwriting craft and music in general.  Don't miss this episode!!!!

Jack Barksdale is an experienced, erudite and knowledgeable singer/songwriter.  The fact that he is fourteen years old blew me away.  You will enjoy the discussion Jack and I have, I know I did.   

Alan and I have a fantastic discussion about the recording industry and specifically as it relates to jazz music and musicians and most specifically as it relates to the label Outside In Music!!!!  

Josh is a fabulous artist.  We have a great discussion about music, jazz and education.  You will not want to miss this episode!!!

Tom has successfully recorded eleven albums.  He also performs regularly in Philadelphia and New York City.  Additionally Tom is a successful educator.  He shares his experiences of working with student on the autism spectrum.  

Roxy has a new album entitled "Disparate Parts" coming out March 25.  We talk a good deal about her new album and about jazz in general.  You will not want to miss this episode!!!

Russ is a Wisconsin replant after spending 23 years performing and recording in New York City.  Currently he is teaching at the University of Wisconsin Parkside and continuing his performing career in the greater Milwaukee and Chicago areas.  We have a great discussion about jazz, trumpet playing, jazz education and more.  You will not want to miss Episode 72!!!

Behn and I have an in depth discussion about jazz, and being a jazz musician in the 21st century.  He has great insights to offer those aspiring to become music professionals.  You will not want to miss this episode!!

The Bergamot, an American indie-folk-rock band is lead by husband and wife Nathaniel Hoff and Jillian Spence.  Nathaniel and Jillian are very special people.  We had a wonderful visit just before Christmas.  This is an episode you will NOT WANT TO MISS!!!

Farnell Newton is a dynamic and artistic trumpet player from Portland, Oregon, although his work transcends to The East Coast, Europe and across the planet.  We have a wonderful discussion about jazz, trumpet playing and music making in the 21st century.  You will not want to miss this episode!!!

The Collection is a North Carolina based indie/pop band led by singer/songwriter David Wimbish.  David and I have a great discussion about American popular music, his creative process and the band The Collection.

Cassandra Kaczor is an interesting musical phenomenon.  One one hand she is an educated composer who writes contemporary art music.  She is also an energetic pop performer.  You will not want to miss our discussion of how these two worlds of music combine in her artistic endeavors.

Hanna and Jameson are true life love story.  A love for each other and a love of music.  You can hear it in their songs and will not want to miss this episode!!!

Veronica Lewis a YOUNG and up and coming artist on the Blues scene, having won several awards for her unique boogie-woogie, Rockabilly piano style and infectious vocals.  You will not want to miss Episode 65!!!

Claudia and I have a wonderful discussion about her new album that dropped in October and about her craft of songwriting.  My discovery composer of the week is Lawrence Ashmore.

Happy New Year!!!!!! Get to know about the Ayers sisters and their group Lavendine.  My discovery composer of the week is Johan Kalliwoda!!!

Now based in Nashville, Katie is a singer/songwriter from Baltimore, Maryland.  With a background in contemporary Christian music Katie, weaves a beautiful musical portrait on her newest album "The Water Comes Back."  We have a wonderful discussion about the music on her album and her songwriting craft!  

Suzanne Grzanna is Milwaukee's own saxophone diva!  She has many talents beyond the sax however and is also an accomplished vocalist, composer, arranger and producer.  She also works a great deal in film.  Suzanne has much to offer.  You will not want to miss this episode.

Lauren's new album Love on the Rocks has been doing very well.  She is a well educated, articulate and interesting artist who has a lot to say on the topics we discuss in this podcast.  You won't want to miss it!!!!

Hadley is a charming young woman.  We have an excellent discussion about music and her songwriting craft.  My discovery composer of the the week is Frank Bridge.

Duane Betts, son of Dickie Betts has teamed up with the offspring of other Allman Brothers Band members to form the Allman Betts Band.  Duane has had a multi decade career as a rock guitarist, singer and songwriter.  We have a GREAT discussion about the Allman Brothers Band, and the Allman Betts band as well as Duane's songwriting craft.