The Jazz Session #197: Steve Cardenas

Steve Cardenas has worked as a sideman on too many records to count, and now he's put out a solo album that shows why he's in such demand -- West Of Middle (Sunnyside, 2010). In this interview, Cardenas talks about his approach to composition and his appreciation of instrumental "songs"; his work with Don Sickler transcribing all of Thelonious Monk's compositions; and his ideas about jazz education and its role in the continuation of the music. Learn more at www.stevecardenasmusic.com.

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The Jazz Session is the original jazz interview podcast. Started in 2007, it focuses on in-depth conversations with jazz musicians. The show is hosted by Jason Crane.