John Northup
The Edge of Jazz HostIt all started outside Detroit, where John’s mom used to hang a little transistor radio in his crib, so it’s really her fault. He has worked in web design and accessibility since 1999, dabbling in community radio sporadically in Vermont, Minnesota, and Michigan since 1987. John came to Utah in 2017 and works for WebAIM at the USU Institute for Disability. He holds a master’s in information science from the University of Michigan and an undergraduate degree in mass communications from Goddard College. John’s tastes in music are as diverse as Earth itself, but jazz is number one.
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A warm and romantic blend of standards, ballads, and modern reflections — featuring Diana Krall’s “Autumn in New York,” Coltrane and Hartman’s “Autumn Serenade,” and Josh Lawrence’s “Still We Dream.” -
We explore the artistry of drummer, pianist, and composer Jack DeJohnette, who passed last month at the age of 83.
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A very special pre-Halloween edition spotlighting tunes that create just the right spooky and haunted atmosphere.
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A graceful, autumn-tinged jazz set blending nostalgia and warmth — featuring Stacey Kent’s “’Tis Autumn,” Tony Bennett’s “The Autumn Waltz,” and an expressive performance from Carmen McRae.
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A playful and inventive jazz set balancing classics and modern voices — featuring Doris Day’s vintage charm, Brad Mehldau’s introspection, and fresh originals from Neal Miner and Conrad Herwig.
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A powerful big band–driven set with global flair, weaving in Christian McBride’s “Moanin’,” Kathy Barr’s vintage swing, and heartfelt moments from Alex Sipiagin and Terri Lyne Carrington.
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A wide-ranging jazz set blending heartfelt originals, Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and modern swing — featuring Jaleel Shaw, Art Hirahara, Roger Glenn, and Eric Alexander with Vincent Herring.
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A colorful and eclectic jazz set mixing standards, Latin flair, and soulful grooves — featuring Anaïs Reno’s take on ‘Round Midnight,’ Deep Blue Organ Trio’s funk, and Conrad Herwig’s passion.
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A heartfelt and melodic jazz set weaving together blues, standards, and originals — featuring Jimmy Greene, Gregory Tardy, Cory Weeds with Jerry Weldon, and Sam Dillon.
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A rich and varied jazz set mixing bluesy swing, cultural edge, and smooth lyricism — featuring Hank Mobley, Terri Lyne Carrington, Joshua Redman, and Michael Franks.
