Archive - 8495 Jazz

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Wynton’s last swing in the 8495? Wayne Tucker Plays Miles in Wallingford; Inspiration from UConn, and more

Jun 14 • Greg Goth

Bringin’ The Swing, Part I

After 30-plus years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy is still money, baby

Jun 7 • Greg Goth

May 2026

A L’il Something for Everyone

Pondering Miles, lotsa Litchfield, and new albums!

May 31 • Greg Goth

Short and sweet this week

Gig list, a Glenn Miller question, and who's playing harp with Wynton?

May 24 • Greg Goth

(It's All About) The Music, Man

It’s not hard to see why Jared Sims was BMA’s 2025 Jazz Artist of the Year

May 17 • Greg Goth

Nutmeg Ballet Might Be On To Something BIG

The conservatory and prominent artists collaborate on promising jazz ballet project

May 10 • Greg Goth

Just One Week in the 8495

From one end of the 8495 to the other, great music abounded

May 3 • Greg Goth

April 2026

Festivals Old, Festivals New

Latest updates on fests in Danbury, Newport, Ottawa and Williamstown

Apr 26 • Greg Goth

Taking Excellent Care

Don Braden is a champion of the healthy, fit lifestyle

Apr 19 • Greg Goth

The Astonishing Power of the Jam

Andy Follette changed many lives through his musical mentorship

Apr 12 • Greg Goth

Appreciate The Opportunities Jazz Gives Us

JazzFC seminar, UConn concert help and inspire colleagues and listeners

Apr 5 • Greg Goth

March 2026

Need a Recharge? Get Thee To New Orleans

The birthplace of jazz is still a-borning itself

Mar 29 • Greg Goth

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