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The best in jazz past, present and future. Your gateway to new sounds with classic recordings and exclusive sessions.

J to Z: Melissa Aldana in concert

Melissa Aldana in concert

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Live music from Chilean jazz star Melissa Aldana. Plus drummer Anne Paceo’s inspirations.

Live music from Chilean sax star Melissa Aldana and her quintet. Plus drummer Anne Paceo’s inspirations.

Julian Joseph presents live music from Chilean saxophonist Melissa Aldana and her quintet, recorded at SFJazz Center in San Francisco. In 2013 Aldana became the first female musician and the first South American to win the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Saxophone Competition. Since then she's won widespread acclaim for her fresh sound and imaginative soloing. 

Also in the programme, leading French drummer Anne Paceo shares some of the music that inspires her and Julian plays a mix of jazz classics and the best new releases. 

Produced by Thomas Rees 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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