Playlist and Notes: 2 May 2023
Picking up the pieces before the summer hiatus. On today’s show, there are several odds and ends I want to mention: First, in honor of Dr. Sara Grove’s retirement, a song from one of her favorite bands. A brief mention of Arthur Briggs, the subject of a BBC News Story, and featured on “Blue Moon.” A nod to my hometown, which will host the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. Despite the cold weather here in Pennsylvania, summer is just around the corner. Finally, to end the year, Amina Figarova’s plea for peace. Have a great summer everyone. Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, featuring Miche Braden – Livin’ on a Prayer Blue Moon – Django Rhinehardt and Coleman Hawkins Charlie Shavers Quartet – Old Kentucky Home Art Blakey Quartet – Summertime Joey Alexander – Summer Rising Louis Armstrong – Summer Song John Coltrane – Summertime Amina Figarova – Only Peace Liberates Notes: The passing of music legend and rights activist, Harry Bellefonte (