John Daversa Podcast

Episode 16: Michel Camilo, Grammy, Latin Grammy, and Emmy Winning Pianist, Composer, and Bandleader►Michel Camilo website: https://www.michelcamilo.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:28: Attention to detail and standards of excellence, and learning never ends8:05: Where does the motivation come from?9:40: Refusing mediocrity12:10: Magnetism and engaging the audience15:05: Creative flow, no ego, and commitment to practice!20:39: What do you practice?24:30: Is there a difference between entertainment and artistry?32:00: What are you working on now?►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Capture: Max NierlichAudio Capture: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Izzi GuzmanGraphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, April 24, 2024►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP) #michelcamilo #michelcamilotrio #piano #jazzpiano #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzpodcast #jazzeducator Support the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max Nierlich Audio: Dudley MerriamAdditional Audio: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangIzzi Guzman: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 15: Anat Cohen: Grammy-Nominated Clarinetist, Saxophonist & Composer►Anat Cohen website: https://www.anatcohen.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:32: A discussion about collaboration and bandleading8:00: the challenges of the “hang”10:30: Listening to your own recordings through other's ears.14:35: The possibility of a solo clarinet album!20:45: The vulnerability of playing duo23:43: navigating the business stuff and the necessity of self-promotion27:30: Lyrics, words, and languages32:20: Acknowledging fear and developing trust42:00: Creativity: Structure and Imagination44:44: Honest and pure approaches to improvisation47:20: Planning career intentions (?) and doing it NOW.51:45: Music has to mean something.►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Capture: Max NierlichAudio Capture: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Izzi GuzmanGraphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, April 19, 2024►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#anatcohen #clarinet #saxophone #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzpodcast #jazzeducator Support the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max Nierlich Audio: Dudley MerriamAdditional Audio: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangIzzi Guzman: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 14: Grammy-Award Winning Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer, Composer, and Music Icon, Marcus Miller►Marcus Miller website: https://www.marcusmiller.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:49: John's “Fat Time” car accident story3:21: Producing Miles Davis' Tutu, Siesta, and Amandla and more…19:40: The bass clarinet23:20: Miles Davis mentorship33:55: The recording of Grover Washington Jr.'s “Just the Two of Us”38:30: The recording of Donald Fagen's “The Nightfly”42:10: Luther Vandross48:30: Scoring for films55:55: The acoustic bass56:55: Wynton Kelly57:18: Funk and Fusion, and “you gotta learn jazz”1:01:47: The Jazz Cruises and communicating with audiences. 1:07:42:  “What are you excited about now?” ►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Capture: Max NierlichAudio Capture: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangGraphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, March 4, 2024►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP) #marcusmiller #electricbass #filmscore #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzpodcast #jazzeducator #amandla #thenightfly “justthetwoofus #milesdavisSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max Nierlich Audio: Dudley MerriamAdditional Audio: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangIzzi Guzman: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 13: Jeff Babko, Keyboardist, Musical Director, Producer, Composer, Arranger, (Jimmy Kimmel, Toto, James Taylor, Steve Gadd, Sheryl Crow, Martin Short, and more!)►Jeff Babko website: https://www.jeffbabko.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:56: Back at University of Miami4:26: Vinyl collection6:06: How do manage consuming music?10:55: 1990's Jazz fusion, the young lions, and the gig with Julio Iglesias19:05: Joining drummer/producer Simon Phillips22:00: Work ethic, discipline, details, and the love…27:55: Robben Ford, Toshi Yanagi, blue hair, and auditioning for the Martin Short Show32:55: The Wayne Brady Show, touring with Marty Short and Wayne Brady, and joining the Jimmy Kimmel Show. “Everyone working is a good thing”.36:12: Navigating tours with Toto, James Tayler, Steve Gadd, Steely Dan, Steve Martin and Martin Short, while playing the Jimmy Kimmel Show.38:27: The character of the comedic accompanist41:06: Julio Iglesias story (and the “wrong notes”). Be aware, read the situation.44:37: What's coming next? Managing finances 47:37: Transitioning into the role of the “seasoned veteran”, and mentor.51:16: Jeff and John play some D dorian model duo…►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Capture: Max NierlichAudio Capture: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangGraphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, March 1, 2024►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP) #jeffbabko #jazzpiano #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzpodcast #jazzeducator #jimmykimmelshowSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max Nierlich Audio: Dudley MerriamAdditional Audio: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangIzzi Guzman: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 12: A conversation with renowned jazz artist and educator, Bob Sheppard►Bob Sheppard website: https://www.bobsheppard.net►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions1:33 – Playing with the JD Big Band2:15 – Bob's studio and cultivating a creative community in Los Angeles14:15 –Being on the scene, practicing, merit, and the social scene…27:50 – Thoughts and observations about practicing37:15 – Recording work in L.A.40:10 – Teaching, curiosity, sound, trying different equipment, and practicing the ends of notes56:43 – Truth telling and caring for students.59:15 – Playing with Freddie Hubbard 1:18:26– Bob and John play a little free duo.►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Capture: Max NierlichAudio Capture: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangGraphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, February 28, 2024►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#bobsheppard #jazzsaxophone #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzpodcast #jazzeducatorSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max Nierlich Audio: Dudley MerriamAdditional Audio: Jake SondermanVideo and Audio Editing: Yang YangIzzi Guzman: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 11: A conversation with acclaimed singer, songwriter, (and gamer!), Michael Mayo►Michael Mayo website: https://www.michaelmayomusic.com►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:51 – Musical upbringing and influences5:40 – Learning about professionalism8:08 –More about professionalism and boundaries: “2 strikes”. Know your worth.12:00 – The “shed” mentality14:20 – Practicing “Giant Steps” and the small, tiny details19:04 – Being a singer in an instrumental world. (Proving “them” wrong).23:56 – The voice has moods and the musical self has moods. Showing up for yourself.26:00 – How to deliver notes with a positive spirit. 27:13 – Influential mentors and the Thelonious Monk/Herbie Hancock Institute. Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter (and the movie, The Langoliers).36:49 – “Desert island” records and musical influences.41:42 – Pandemic time, going “in the cave”.43:00: Gaming and how it's become a “shed” for music.48:04: Exploring instruments you don't play. “Sometimes it can be easier when you don't have the chops”49:05: New album!51:05: Back home in L.A.52:10: Where can people find you?►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Capture and Editing: Max NierlichAudio Capture: Jake Sonderman and Dudley MerriamGraphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, February 17, 2024►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP) #michaelmayo #jazzvocal #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzpodcast #jazzgamingSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 10: A conversation with jazz drummer, composer, educator, and entrepreneur, Ari Hoenig►Ari Hoenig website: https://www.arihoenig.com►Ari Hoenig Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/arihoenig#►Ari Hoenig Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arihoenig/#►Ari Hoenig YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/arihoenig#:~:text=Join%20Ari%20as%20he%20shares%20the%20knowledge%20andAri Hoenig is a jazz drummer, composer, and educator known for his unusual and intense approach to drumming emphasizing complex rhythms in direct harmony with other group members. Ari is widely noted particularly for his drumming not being relegated to just keeping tempo, or being a side issue to the music he plays in, but rather for elevating drumming as an indispensable part of the performance.►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:20 – Musical upbringing and influences7:53 – Teaching practices and philosophies12:47 –Why the drums?18:00 – The decision to be a professional musician. Career day! “I wanna be a drummer”…or a “fruit visionary”.23:50 – Going to North Texas…30:28 – Composing36:02 – How playing and composing influence each other40:22 – Where does your dedication derive from? 44:40 – How do you approach new musical situations?48:40 – Where can we find you?49:31 – Ari Hoenig and John Daversa Duo !!►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Editing: Max NierlichVideo and Audio Capture: Dudley MerriamGraphic Design: Marcus SassevilleAdditional Graphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, February 19, 2024►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#arihoenig #jazzdrums #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzpodcast ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)Support the Show.►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 9: A conversation with Multi-Award Winning Artist, Educator, and Entrepreneur, Jazzmeia Horn►Jazzmeia Horn website: https://www.artistryofjazzhorn.com“Horn is among the most exciting young vocalists in jazz, with a proud traditionalism that keeps her tightly linkedto the sound of classic figures like Nancy Wilson and Betty Carter, but a vivacity of spirit and conviction that places her firmly in the present”~The New York Times~Jazzmeia's mother“What do you do with what you know how to do?~Jazzmeia Horn►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:25 – The teacher mission5:20 – Harriet Horn, Jazzmeia's grandmother8:51 –Musical beginnings in Dallas and the “peewee” choir14:25 – Early experience with music school19:55 – The move to New York City25:43 – “Battle Scars”32:40 – Bandleading styles (balancing feminine and masculine)37:14 – Empress Legacy Records 44:33 – What's next?46:28 – The writing process (and Garage Band example)►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Editing: Max NierlichVideo and Audio Capture: Dudley MerriamGraphic Design: Marcus SassevilleAdditional Graphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, November 6, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#jazzmeiahorn #empresslegacyrecords #jazzvocal #johndaversa #johndaversapodcastSupport the Show.►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 8: A conversation with Grammy Award winning bassist, composer, singer, bandleader, and producer, Ben Williams►Ben Williams website: https://www.benwilliamsofficial.com“What makes everybody special is that they are one of one. Nobody can do what you do, and you can't do what anybody else does”.~Ben Williams►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:16 – Growing up in D.C. and the origin story…9:10 – Hearing how music connects with life and soul.9:35 – How we listen to music differently now15:35 – Listening to music within different roles.18:50 - Spending time with Pat Metheny21:47 – Mentors and heroes, Rodney Whitaker, Stefon Harris, David Sanborn28:25 – What makes you “you” reflects in the music.32:42 – The vulnerability of singing33:18 - José James and “I am a Man”, and social consciousness.40:10 – What it means when YOU HAVE TO DO “IT” “The Universe rewards solid decisions…the doors will start to open”.45:10 – New York, moving to L.A., and the next step51:52: Let's play something52:32: Ben Williams/John Daversa Duo ►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Editing: Max NierlichVideo and Audio Capture: Dudley MerriamGraphic Design: Marcus SassevilleAdditional Graphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Coral Gables, FL, October 27, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#benwilliams #jazzbass #johndaversa #johndaversapodcastSupport the Show.►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 7 : A conversation with Grammy Award winning jazz singer, composer, and educator, Luciana Souza►Luciana Souza website: https://www.lucianasouza.com“My favorite thing to do is to listen”~Luciana Souza►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions3:22 – Growing up in Brazilian musical culture 8:40 – Godfather, Hermeto Pascoal11:38 – “the musician's musician”.14:13 – Dorival Caymmi17:42 – Leaving space in the music20:54 – Listening and reverence for nature25:45 – Soul Confidence29:48 – What's the mission now?32:34 – Everybody goes to samba school34:14 – Trumpet players and singing36:45 – Evolution from fear37:57 – Protecting soul innocence and nurturing creative music42:47 – Dafnis Prieto45:00 – Scheduling the summer, feeding soul confidence, and following the seasons51:36 – Connecting to the body53:29: Writing from improvisation►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Editing: Max NierlichVideo and Audio Capture: Dudley MerriamGraphic Design: Marcus SassevilleAdditional Graphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Miami, FL, April, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#lucianasouza #johndaversapodcast #johndaversaSupport the Show.►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 6: A conversation Sara Gazarek►Sara Gazarek website: https://saragazarek.comBorn and raised in Seattle, WA, GRAMMY Award® winning jazz vocalist Sara Gazarek reigns as one of the most creative voices of her generation, and one “who may well turn out to be the next important jazz singer” (Los Angeles Times). Collaborating with jazz legends Fred Hersch, Billy Childs, Kurt Elling, and more, and with 6 critically-acclaimed albums under her belt at the age of 40, Gazarek often tours internationally as a soloist/band leader, and as a co-founder of the vocal collective, säje, whose debut album earned a GRAMMY Award® for Best Arrangement Instruments and Vocals. Sara is a 2023 Chamber Music of America New Jazz Works grant recipient, serves on the LA Chapter Board of Governors for the Recording Academy, and works as an Associate Professor of Jazz Voice at the Eastman School of Music (University of Rochester) where she is currently designing and leading their new jazz voice program. Sara's full length nonet project, an expansion of her critically celebrated EP Vanity, is set to release in Fall of 2024.Humanity is at the core of this artform, I am human, everyone is human. If I'm not embracing the spectrum of humanity, what am I doing with this genre that I've dedicated my life to?”~Sara Gazarek►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions4:13 – Seattle, in the beginning… 5:48 – given permission to be myself/having respect for the music7:40 – feeling embarrassed about “things I didn't know”.10:30 – “Even if I don't know, I'm going to keep on going”. No imposter's syndrome13:25 – Launch of a career…18:18 – Merit as currency19:13 –“You can't control why people write good or bad reviews” ~John Clayton25:00 – “Everything I do, I throw 100% of myself into it”.25:37 – No barriers to creative expression29:19 – Being ok with what we can't control33:00 – säje37:50 – Values and Intentions in music making43:10 – Thirsty Ghost►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Editing: Max NierlichVideo and Audio Capture: Dudley MerriamGraphic Design: Marcus SassevilleAdditional Graphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Miami, FL, April, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#saragazarek #jazzvocal #sageSupport the Show.►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Episode 5: A conversation with composer, Maria Schneider.►Maria Schneider website: http://www.mariaschneider.comIn this episode with Multi-Grammy Winner, NEA Jazz Master, composer and musician advocate, Maria Schneider, we discuss her new “Decades” project, Bob Brookmeyer's “tough love”, a mystical dream with Gil Evans, balancing preparation with letting go, and much more…“When you do what you love, it telegraphs”.~Maria Schneider►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:58 – “Life Stuff”…Taking care of the aging. 6:40 – The vinyl experience, Maria's retrospective  “Decades” project, and life pivot points14:33 – Bob Brookmeyer ‘s “tough love”16:29 – Balancing preparation and letting go, musical risk taking, and some astrology stuff.27:00 – How do you know when a piece is finished?28:38 – Doing what you love30:55 –The insignificance and significance of a human being.34:30 –Alchemy through music.35:24 – How do you help someone to discover their greatness?40:25 – Ivan Lins story41:24 – Looking back at your musicand its evolution…44:35: Visions and intuition51:22: Following that “gut” feeling57:40: A dream with Gil Evans1:01:11: Fear of death1:06:41: A lesson from David Bowie►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo Editing: Max NierlichVideo and Audio Capture: Dudley MerriamGraphic Design: Marcus SassevilleAdditional Graphic Design: Izzi GuzmanRecorded in Miami, FL, April 19, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#mariaschneider #mariaschneiderjazzorchestra #jazzcomposer #thejohndaversapodcast "johndaversaSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

A conversation with violinist, Regina Carter.►Regina Carter website: https://reginacarter.comIn this episode with MacArthur Fellow, Doris Duke Artist Award Winner, and Multi-Grammy Nominee, violinist, Regina Carter, we discuss mentorship, sisterhood, setting boundaries, and a new horizon as an end-of-life doula (and more...)"Dying is about as real as it gets!" ~Regina Carter►Key Moments:0:00 - Introductions2:46 - Regina's mother, Grace Carter 8:32 - Yehudi Menuhin9:12 - The responsibility of being a role model12:03 - Musical influences, Detroit and beyond21:26 - Getting permission to say “no”24:27 - Setting boundaries26:15 - Mentors and sisterhood31:01 - Wynton Marsalis 33:47 - Freedom36:52 - Training to be an End-of-Life Doula43:52 - Thank you! Following instincts…►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL, February 20, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#reginacarter #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzcomposer #jazztrumpet #jazzviolinist #jazzviolin #violin #violinistSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

A conversation with Gonzalo Rubalcaba►Gonzalo Rubalcaba website: https://www.gonzalorubalcaba.comIn this episode with multi-Grammy© Winner, pianist and composer Gonzalo Rubalcaba, we discuss Tempo and Tiempo, Dedication and Intention, Mentorship and Responsibility, the guidance of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Haden, and much more...“The concert is the moment of joy, the work is behind that”~Gonzalo Rubalcaba►Key Moments0:00 Introductions3:56 Tempo and Time (tiempo), and family influence15:08 Superman, Flash, and “Timelessness”17:00 Connect, take your time: It's not the tempo, it's the message19:07 Spaces of separation and unity19:38 Dizzy Gillespie stories and insights24:19 Sound, intention, and unique, personal touch33:03 Dedication to practice. “The concert is the moment of joy, the work is behind that”37:46 Charlie Haden and Dizzy Gillespie's mentorship and friendship—the responsibility of returning the gift.55:30 Recognizing when to watch and listen, and that's it, “There's nothing to do”.56:52 Advice for the “little” Gonzalo: “Carefully, but do it again".59:03 What is talent?01:01:49 Gonzalo's mother's guidance01:04:40 Thank you for lowering all of our heartbeats, Gonzalo (Flash)!►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL, February 15, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast", composed and arranged by John Daversa"45", composed by Jay Daversaarranged by John DaversaFrom Cuarentena: With Family at Home"Junk Wagon"composed and arranged by John DaversaFrom Junk Wagon: The Big Band AlbumDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#gonzalorubalcaba #latinjazz #jazzpiano #johndaversapodcast #jazzcomposerSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

A conversation with Dick Oatts and Terell Stafford.►Dick Oatts website: http://www.dickoattsmusic.com►Terell Stafford website: https://terellstafford.comIn this episode with Vanguard Jazz Orchestra veterans, Dick Oatts and Terell Stafford, we discuss "tough love", inspiration, dedication, moms, and the "New York standard", (and much more...)"Why don't you say "yes" and watch what happens. There's inspiration everywhere you look!" -Dick Oatts►Key Moments:0:00 - Intro1:32 – Dedication, discipline, routine, and the “New York standard”.10:11 – Humility, Integrity, and Service.13:51 – When Terell joined the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra…16:30 – When challenges push us…and Moms are the best!20:27 – When Dick met Duke Ellington, Johnny Hodges, and Mel Lewis23:40 – How committed are you? 25:22 – “Bud” Herseth, “the world's greatest trumpet player”30:44 – “Strength equals weakness. Weakness equals strength” (Arnold Jacobs)31:40 – Clark Terry36:45 –The next generation of students44:09 – “Art Blakey was a mirror”…46:18 – “The farther you go forward, the father you gotta go backwards”48:36 – You gotta hear Dick Oatts!50:29: Jon Faddis' tough love52:44: Closing►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  ►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL, February 11, 2023►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#dickoatts #terellstafford #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzcomposer #jazztrumpet #jazzsaxophone #vanguardjazzorchestraSupport the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon" All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)

Jihye Lee, Brooklyn-based composer, arranger, and conductor.►Jihye Lee website: https://jihyemusic.comIn this episode with composer, Jiyhe Lee, we discuss culture shock, inner strength, love of big band music, K-pop, and more!►Key Moments:0:00 - Intro2:45 - Musical Values, Intentions, and Inspirations5:48 - Jihye's mission9:12 - Positivity, Inner Strength, and the Game of New Worlds12:51 - Falling in love with the Big Band14:10 - Playfulness, The World Will Be Kind To Me, You, and Everyone14:55 - Challenges and Struggles19:28 - Bringing the life stories to the music25:14 - Korean Pop and Beyond32:00 - Culture Shock34:50 - Can Music Be Taught?►Follow John Daversa Online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndaversa/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDaversaMusic/YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/johndaversamusicWebsite: http://www.johndaversa.com  Support the show►CreditsHost and Producer: John DaversaVideo: Max NierlichAudio: Dudley MerriamMarcus Sasseville: Graphic DesignRecorded in Miami, FL, January 24, 2023►Key Moments:0:00 - Intro2:45 - Musical Values, Intentions, and Inspirations5:48 - Jihye's mission9:12 - Positivity, Inner Strength, and the Game of New Worlds12:51 - Falling in love with the Big Band14:10 - Playfulness, The World Will Be Kind To Me, You, and Everyone14:55 - Challenges and Struggles19:28 - Bringing the life stories to the music25:14 - Korean Pop and Beyond32:00 - Culture Shock34:50 - Can Music Be Taught?►Music"The John Daversa Podcast""Moonlight Muse""Junk Wagon"All compositions composed and arranged by John DaversaDaversafications Publications (ASCAP)#jihyelee #johndaversa #johndaversapodcast #jazzcomposer