Jazz as it is

There's a conversation happening about jazz, but it often gets stuck in the same old stories or lost in technical jargon. Jazz as it is steps into that space with a different rhythm. Hosted by lionel whitney, this podcast treats the genre as a living, breathing art form, one that is constantly being rewritten even as we honor its foundations. Each episode is a deep, thoughtful exploration that connects the dots between the music's rich history and its relentless evolution. You'll hear discussions that go beyond just names and dates, delving into how specific styles emerged, why certain forms resonate across generations, and what the very human stories behind the compositions tell us about the culture that created them. It’s about the similarity in feeling between a classic standard and a modern improvisation, and how the form of a piece shapes its emotional impact. This isn't a dry lecture; it's an engaging dialogue for anyone who feels the music and wants to understand the forces that shaped it. Tune into this podcast for a sincere and insightful journey into the artistic composition of jazz, exactly as it is.