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The Edge of Jazz
The Edge of Jazz
Sundays 10-11 p.m.

What is jazz? Jazz is as varied and diverse as Utah itself. It has high peaks and low valleys. It can be glossy, it can be gritty, it can be lush, and it can be very sparse. It can rush like a river or flow like a calming stream, and it is rooted in tradition while always embarking on new directions. Let’s explore it together on The Edge of Jazz, Sunday nights at 10.

  • A warm and adventurous blend of classic standards, Latin rhythms, and contemporary originals — featuring Stella Heath, Tumbao Bravo, Christian Sands, and Utah favorites Caleb and The Haze from Logan.
  • A rich jazz set blending big band tributes, gypsy swing, and modern originals — featuring Helen Sung’s salute to Clark Terry, Kenny Barron’s elegance, and the Le Boeuf Brothers’ inventive edge.
  • A globe-spanning jazz journey filled with Latin rhythms, romance, and swing — featuring Lakecia Benjamin’s fire, Eliane Elias’ Brazilian charm, and Arturo Sandoval’s soaring virtuosity.
  • A vibrant blend of Latin energy, big band power, and modern creativity featuring Bobby Sanabria’s Bronx tribute, Emmet Cohen’s insight, and evocative sounds from Shuteen Erdenebaatar and Charlie Wood.
  • A sun-soaked jazz set filled with bossa rhythms, warm melodies, and heartfelt tributes — featuring “Blue Bossa,” “Corcovado,” and elegant turns from George Cotsirilos and Ted Rosenthal.
  • A richly textured jazz set blending lyrical standards, modern grooves, and breezy vibes — featuring Billy Childs’ “Whisper Not,” Bob Reynolds’ edge, and Hendrik Meurkens’ summer warmth.
  • A reflective jazz set blending modern textures, big band warmth, and soulful standards — featuring Bill Frisell’s atmosphere, Stacey Kent’s elegance, and Afro-Latin color from LehCats.
  • A high-spirited jazz set packed with big band punch, bluesy grit, and vocal charm — featuring Vancouver Jazz Orchestra, Eyal Vilner’s swing, and soulful turns from April Varner and Lafayette Harris.
  • A gentle, introspective jazz set of lyrical ballads and modern moods — featuring Stacey Kent’s elegance, Ron Burris’ warmth, and evocative originals from Russ Spiegel and Aubrey Johnson.
  • A vibrant jazz set blending big band swing, Latin hues, and late-night ballads — featuring Paul Keller’s charm, Harvie S’s Havana echoes, and lyrical turns from Bria Skonberg and Brian Lynch.