The Evolution and Impact of Smooth Jazz: From George Benson to Today’s Chart-Topping Hits
Smooth jazz has been a popular music genre for several decades, and its origins can
Kaylene Peoples
NICK COLIONNE: MUSICIAN, MENTOR, & FRIEND; GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN!
Nick Colionne established himself as an in-demand player in the Chicago area after his debut CD, building on the styles of music icons Wes Montgomery, George Benson, and Grover Washington Jr. At the same time, he balanced his love of music with a commitment to teaching; he worked with K-8 students in Elgin, Illinois. He is gone, but will never be forgotten.
IVORY FLOW: A New CD By the Legendary Bobby Lyle
The editor of Schmooze Jazz magazine interviews Bobby Lyle about his new CD IVORY FLOW. His single “Living in the Flow” is on Billboard, and Lyle talks about what inspired the creation of his smooth/contemporary jazz masterpiece!
Chuck Dennis Presents: The Virtual Happy Hour Jazz Series
Don’t miss out on this incredible jazz concert series by Chuck Dennis happening Saturday February 20, 2021. Learn all about it on this podcast, interviewed by Kaylene Peoples.
Part 4 – Larry Dunn & Luisa Dunn Weigh in on the 2020 COVID19 Shut-in.
Larry Dunn and Luisa Dunn talk about their music and new projects during the COVID19 pandemic. This is part 4 of the series “COVID19 Don’t Stop the Music.” Co-authored by Sheryl Aronson and Kaylene Peoples Schmooze Jazz Magazine.