Berkshire Jazz
Tune in to Berkshire Jazz for a weekly immersion into the rich and evolving world of American jazz, brought to you by the community voices at WTBR 89.7FM-Pittsfield Community Radio. Host Phil Tierney guides each episode with a curator's ear, pulling threads that connect the foundational rhythms born in New Orleans to the innovative expressions of contemporary artists. This isn't just a playlist; it's a narrative about the people, places, and cultural shifts that shaped the genre. You'll hear stories behind the legends and the unsung heroes, with the music itself taking center stage in every thoughtfully sequenced hour. The podcast serves as both an introduction for newcomers and a deep dive for aficionados, celebrating jazz not as a relic but as a living, breathing art form. Each session feels like a conversation in a cozy club, where the history is as palpable as the melody. For anyone who finds connection in a saxophone's cry or the complex conversation of a rhythm section, this series offers a regular and rewarding escape. Settle in and let the sound carry you through decades of artistic innovation, one episode at a time.
