Week of 7/1/10
Riverwalk Jazz BBQ

Light the coals and crack open the cooler.  Nothing says July like a barbecue on a lazy afternoon.  the forecast may call for triple-digit temps or a passing shower. But whatever's in store, The Jim Cullum Jazz Band swings their way through some of your favorite warm-weather classic American jazz tunes.

Week of 7/8/10
Louis Armstrong: Memories and Reflections

Tune in for a selection memorable stories about Louis Armstrong from producer George Avakian; opera star Robert Merrill; Roger Glenn, son of Armstrong band member, Tyree Glenn; and former Armstrong band member Peanuts Hucko along with The Jim Cullum Jazz Band performing classic Armstrong tunes featuring performances with Nicholas Payton and Bob Barnard.

Week of 7/15/10
All the Cats Join In: Catherine Russell in Concert

The Jim Cullum Jazz Band keeps America’s rich jazz tradition alive with the rhythms of hot jazz, swing and the blues as they share the stage with their friend, pianist Dick Hyman and one-of-a-kind vocalist, Catherine Russell, whom jazz critic Nat Hentoff calls ‘the real deal.’

Week of 7/22/10
The Sax in New Orleans Jazz: Jelly Roll Morton to The Bob Cats

The Jim Cullum Jazz Band joins forces with sax men Kim Cusack and Brian Ogilvie to explore the early jazz saxophone masters. Our own Ron Hockett shows off his saxophone chops while his usual clarinet duties are covered by Kenny Davern, Allan Vaché and Evan Christopher. And bass saxophonist Vince Giordano recalls Adrian Rollini’s pivotal role in the Jazz Age sound of Bix Beiderbecke’s classic recordings.

Week of 7/29/10
Sophisticated Ladies & Red Hot Mommas