Kevin Whitehead

August 28, 2009

09:53

Lester Young, A Centennial Appreciation

Tenor saxophonist Lester Young was born one hundred years ago on Aug. 27, 1909. Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead makes the centennial.

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July 10, 2009

05:54

'Live' With The Fred Hersch Pocket Orchestra

Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews a new album from the prolific composer and pianist Fred Hersch. It's called Fred Hersch Pocket Orchestra, Live at the Jazz Standard.

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July 8, 2009

07:12

Tony Bennett And Bill Evans, 'Together Again'

Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead reviews The Complete Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Recordings, a two-CD set from Concord Music Group.

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