The New Jazz Archive
The New Jazz Archive
Podcast Description
In 2010, The New Jazz Archive (TNJA) was a weekly public radio series exploring the stories and sounds of jazz’s place in American life, hosted by longtime jazz composer and musician, Jeff Haas.
Now, TNJA is a streamable podcast, bringing jazz and American Culture to listeners of all musical and nonmusical varieties together to learn about the genre’s rich American history….
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as the relationship between jazz and visual arts, the Harlem Renaissance, and the cultural impact of jazz musicians. An example episode includes a discussion with Dr. Robert O'Meally about the overlap between jazz and visual arts, highlighting figures like Romare Bearden and William Gottlieb.
The New Jazz Archive (TNJA) is more than just a podcast—it’s an invitation to step into the heart of jazz, a uniquely American art form. Hosted by jazz composer and musician Jeff Haas, each episode takes you on a journey through the stories, sounds, and people that have shaped jazz, from its earliest moments to its lasting influence today. With vivid anecdotes and interviews, TNJA uncovers the untold stories behind the music, bringing to life the voices and experiences that define the genre. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just discovering jazz, TNJA offers a front-row seat to the rich cultural tapestry that jazz weaves into American life, celebrating the innovation, freedom, and expression that continue to define this extraordinary art form.
A look at jazz’s legendary songwriting teams who stand behind some of the most popular standards of our day, and a look at that special duo who created one of the most unique big band sounds of the era. We’ll talk with Billy Strayhorn biographer David Hajdu about Ellington and Strayhorn’s deep personal and musical relationship, take a look at what made the Gershwin Brothers tick, and explore why jazzers are still fascinated with the music of legendary Tin Pan Alley duo Rogers and Hart.
Host: Jeff Haas
Guests: David Hajdu, Kevin Cole, Kurt Elling
Music
- Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn “Chelsea Bridge”
- Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn “Take the ‘A’ Train”
- Ella Fitzgerald “This Can’t Be Love”
- Ella Fitzgerald “Manhattan”
- Miles Davis “My Funny Valentine”
- Chet Baker and Gerry Mulligan “The Lady is a Tramp”
- Billie Holiday “A Foggy Day”
- Oscar Peterson Trio “Nice Work If You Can Get It”
- Lambert, Hendricks & Ross “Blues Backstage”
- Eddie Jefferson “Body and Soul”
- Charlie Parker “Parker’s Mood”
- Eddie Jefferson “Parker’s Mood (Bless My Soul)”
- Lambert, Hendricks & Ross “Two for the Blues”
- Kurt Elling “Tanya Jean”
- Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn “Passion Flower”
- Billy Strayhorn “Lush Life”
Original Air Date: June 1, 2012
Radio broadcast produced by Lou Blouin and Jeff Haas
Radio broadcast audio engineering by Jack Conners and Brock Mormon
Podcast audio remastering by Sam Boase-Miller
Transcripts by Erik Saras
Theme Song: Jeff Haas Trio & Friends “Giving In”
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The New Jazz Archive radio broadcasts originally sponsored by Chateau Chantal. The New Jazz Archive receives no revenue from podcast reissues of radio broadcasts.
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