This week on the MCG Jazz Spotlight Show, MCG Jazz’s Marty Ashby shares sounds and some stories of two legendary Pittsburgh Jazz icons who both have strong ties to Fred Rogers and Mister Rogers Neighborhood: pianist Johnny Costa and guitarist Joe Negri. They also have close ties to MCG Jazz.

Friday and Sunday nights at 6, and Saturday afternoon at 1.

Earl Hines, Lois Deppe, Madame CJ Walker and Pittsburgh - and music that changed the world

We focus on the major jazz figure of Earl “Fatha” Hines. Called “Fatha” because he was, early in his career, considered the father of what became jazz piano.

The Scene - Thursday at 6pm, Sunday at 5pm, Friday and Saturday at noon on WZUM.

This week on the MCG Jazz Spotlight Show, hosts Marty Ashby and Renée Govanucci celebrate the the birthdays and music of many jazz notables.

Featuring music from artists from Betty Carter, Woody Herman and Gary Peacock to Gil Evans and Jay Beckenstein, plus Pittsburgh’s own Maxine Sullivan and Jimmy Ponder

We visit with vocalist Jane Monheit on her time at home this past year, and her new project Come What May.

Also - a glimpse at some of what’s ahead in the rapidly open jazz potential in Pittsburgh.

Thursday night at 6, Friday and Saturday at noon, Sunday afternoon at 5 on WZUM

Pittsburgh native Benny Benack III is a trumpeter, vocalist and a good keyboard artist, too! This weekend, WZUM is broadcasting his visit with pianist, singer and host Judy Carmichael on Jazz Inspired. Also, click the link for video extras!

Sunday at noon, Monday at 10am on WZUM

Marty Ashby invites guest host, jazz enthusiast and MCG Jazz head usher, Ken Quinn, to play an eclectic mix of music from Ken’s extensive collection from Jim Hall, Joe Sample, Lee Morgan and Jackie McLean to Jeff Golub and Madeleine Peyroux.

Hear Bebop, contemporary jazz and a unique twist on a classic Eddy Arnold song, plus a swinging Count Basie tune recorded at MCG Jazz with the Bob Mintzer Big Band.

The MCG Jazz Spotlight on WZUM - Friday and Sunday nights at 6, and Saturday afternoon at 1.

We visit with Josh Ross at the downtown location, and visit with more folks behind the creation of a new Con Alma for live jazz, food and drink, Downtown Pittsburgh. Plus, a peak at what else new things are in store for jazz this Sumer and Fall in Pittsburgh.

It has been a year since adopted Pittsburgher Richie Cole died. On this anniversary, we’ve prepared an extended version of our celebration of the music and life of Richie Cole with love from friends and family.

Monday night, May 3rd from 7-10pm.

In this 3 hours - music of Richie with Buddy Rich, Eddie Jefferson, Sonny Stitt, Phil Woods, Mark Murphy, the Manhattan Transfer, Bob Beldon, and from his “Pittsburgh Years,” including his recent release “Cannonball” - including Kenia, Roger Humphries, Reggie Watkins, Mark Perna, Vince Taglieri and much more.