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J to Z: Kenny Barron in session

Kenny Barron in session

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Piano great Kenny Barron performs an exclusive studio session for J to Z.

Piano great Kenny Barron performs an exclusive studio session for J to Z, from the BBC's Maida Vale Studios. Plus UK trumpeter Nick Walters's inspirations.

Julian Joseph presents an exclusive session with piano great Kenny Barron from the BBC's Maida Vale Studios. Barron is one of the most influential and respected pianists of recent times. His back-catalogue stretches back to the 1950s and includes work with Dizzy Gillespie, Stan Getz and Yusef Lateef.

Also in the programme, UK trumpeter Nick Walters shares some of the music that inspires and influences him. Known for his work with the Beats & Pieces Big Band and Tenderlonious, Walters is making a name as an exciting soloist. 

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin’ Else.

Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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