We are sad to share the news that WZUM program host Tony Mowod died, today. He was a friend, leader, colleague and one of the best jazz radio broadcasters, ever.
Born, July 8, 1935; Died, January 6, 2021
We will have more on Tony Mowod’s career and legacy at www.wzum.org and on the air in the days ahead. The rich tradition of jazz he shepherded for Pittsburgh will continue for years and years to come
From Scott Hanley, of WZUM - Sunday night at 8, an extended version of our celebration of the life of Richie Cole.
About 7 years ago, Richie put down roots in Pittsburgh at the encouragement of one of his daughters, Annie. That is the perspective from which the coming program will be centered.
The community of Pittsburgh and the neighboring suburb of Carnegie play a major role in the last chapter of Richie Cole’s musical career - and Richie Cole’s impact on the Pittsburgh music scene, in return.
A first look back at 2020 - with conversations and reflections that start in January - visits and music with Benny Benack III, Bobby Watson and Jane Monheit.
Once things started to pull back in March, WZUM worked in a different way, connecting with the Pittsburgh jazz scene near and far - as we all learned to connect differently.
Friday and Saturday at noon, Sunday night at 5 on WZUM
Also -we will re-air our 3 hour tribute to Richie Cole, Sunday night at 8 on WZUM
This has been a most unusual holiday season - we see friends and neighbors online and through video as much as more in person, but old traditions still hold firm.
A lot of sharing going on - and we share sounds from friends and neighbors all over — pianist Bob Alberti shared this video from pianist and trumpeter Randy Waldman. We also share holiday sounds from Kenny Blake, Sean Jones, Tania Grubbs, Johnny Costa, Deanna Witkowski, Joe Negri and a few other surprises.
Thursday at 6, Friday and Saturday at noon, Sunday at 5pm
The MCG Jazz Spotlight shines on holiday recordings done for the MCG Jazz record label.
Friday and Sunday Night at 6 - and Saturday at 1pm on WZUM, the Pittsburgh Jazz Channel!
WZUM's Jazz Central - for live Jazz events in the Pittsburgh Region. Send your information about live jazz in an email to info@wzum.org
