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Doing Jazz with Lorens Chuno

On this podcast, Lorens Chuno presents conversations with enterprising jazz musicians. Every now and then, an artist of another form stops by. These conversations are free-form in nature and casually explore the work life of these artists; but don't be surprised to hear their "starting out" stories, their opinions on current issues, and maybe one or two pieces of advice for people interested in their chosen art field. Come here every week for a new episode of the podcast, and find out how these inspiring jazz practitioners do jazz.

Nov 17, 2018

HENRY CONERWAY III’s new album is titled With Pride for Dignity. The songs on this album come together to tell a very relatable American musical story. The execution of each song is edgy while adhering to the tradition of jazz. Join Henry and Lorens as they talk the album, Freddy Cole, African Prints, and many...


Sep 14, 2018

ITAI KRISS’s new album, Telavana, beautifully combines latin and middle eastern rhythms and melodies in the most uncontrived way possible, highlighting the excellent musicianship of all the players involved. Join Itai and Lorens as they talk the album and many other things.(Song credit: 'Sahadi’s Serenade',...


Aug 23, 2018

LEHCATS latest release, Movement to Egalitaria, is a collection of songs that collectively engender an acheivable vision of a fairer society. Join LEHCATS  and Lorens as they talks about making of the album, discrimination in world of classical music, the Bay area, and other carefully related topics . (Song credit:...


Aug 9, 2018

ABELITA MATEUS' rich cultural and musical background gives her playing a rare uncontrived soulfulness that is complete with artistic and emotional authenticity. This can be heard on her new album Mixed Feelings. Join Albelita and Lorens as she talks about making the album, teaching, Gilberto Gil, Botucatu,  and other...


Jul 25, 2018

HAROLD O’NEAL’S latest release is a solo piano album titled ‘Piano Cinema’, a distinctively curated collection of solo piano songs that highlight Harold’s excellent piano abilities while taking you on a subtle filmic journey.  Join Harold  and Lorens as he talks about Beyonce, Ahmad Jamal, the sounds of Film,...