Improvisations on WUOT

In episode two, Todd meets with several local musicians to discuss the impact of hurricane Katrina on the New Orleans jazz scene and finds there are lessons from that disaster that could apply to today. 

In episode one, Todd Steed takes a train to New Orleans to explore the very history of jazz. Along the way, he talks to local legends, eats too much fabulous food, and finds himself opening up just enough to dance on the street.

Each of the individual interviews will posted online at the completion of the series. 

Original music performed by Daniel Kimbro, Hunter Deacon, John Harvey,  David Dayoub and Todd Steed. Recorded at Top Hat Recording in Knoxville.

Petra Haden talks with Todd Steed about her upcoming visit to Knoxville and her latest project with her sisters, The Family Songbook.

Aaron Greenwald discusses his new job as Managing Director of Big Ears Festival.  

Vocalist Louis-Virie Blanche stopped by to talk with Todd about his love of jazz and an overlooked musician he wanted to share with our listeners, Big Chief Russell Moore. 

Vancy Thompson stops by to talk with Todd Steed about the bustling and beautiful output of the KJO. 

More Than Enough is a completely satisfying duo recording from Gregory Tardy and Bill Frisell.  Tardy stopped by WUOT to talk with Todd Steed about the recording and what future projects are coming.

Jorge Variego stopped by WUOT to discuss Purple Ego, a rich and exciting mix of original music. 

Learn more about Domino Ensemble here. 

Drummer Jeff Sipe returns to Knoxville this weekend for two performances at two Barley's and a drum clinic at the Open Chord.   He also reflects on the 'Hampton' years. 

Richard Boukas and Louis Arques sit down for some live music and conversation with Ben Hall.