WUSF Studio Sessions Podcast

Charlee Loyst is a pianist from St. Pete Beach, FL. Influenced by Bill Evans and Wynton Kelly, Charlee Loyst has developed a sound that combines his classical background with his passion for jazz to craft musical ideas and share his story. He currently studies at Berklee College of Music and is majoring in Performance. Set List: 1. Softly, as in A Morning Sunrise - Sigmund Romberg 2. Voyage - Kenn...

Harrison Jazz Ensemble performed in the WUSF Studio. Pianist and songwriter Roger Harrison played several original pieces while musicians from the Al Downing Association Henry Ashwood, Ron Gregg, and Valentyn Korniienko.

The Tampa-based jazz ensemble Crisis: The Jazz Project features musicians who play in non-jazz bands around the Tampa Bay Area and cover contemporary jazz artists like Roy Hargrove and Herbie Hancock. Their setlist also includes trumpeter and comedian Brad Gilmore performing a cover of "All of Me" with a Louis Armstrong twist. Set List: 1. Strasbourg / St. Denis - Roy Hargrove 2. Mercy, Mercy, Mer...

Meet Sarasota's Rich & Rose–a musical duo that features the guitar work of Charley Rich with the captivating vocals of Daenah Rose. For four years, this duo has been charming audiences with their blend of American Songbook classics, jazz favorites, pop, and original compositions.  You can learn more about Charley Rich and Daenah Rose by visiting CharleyRich.com Be sure to watch their Studio Se...

Meet Mindi Abair. She’s a 2x GRAMMY nominated saxophonist, vocalist, author and wine entrepreneur. She’s recorded and toured with ensembles and musicians like Aerosmith, Gerald Albright, Gregg Allman, Dave Koz and Trombone Shorty. Mindi has just released a new album “I Can’t Wait for Christmas.” She’s currently touring and will be performing at the Capitol Theatre in Clearwater, FL on December 20...

Studio Sessions is a jazz podcast showcasing intimate performances from Florida musicians. Recorded live at the WUSF Performance Studio in Tampa, each episode features unreleased tracks and exclusive interviews with the bands. Discover a diverse range of sounds and styles and celebrate the talented artists shaping jazz in the Sunshine State.