About this episode

This episode celebrates the contributions of legendary jazz musician Cal Tjader to Latin jazz and vibraphone performance.

Tune in to 8:30, the weekly jazz podcast hosted by Herman "Hollywood" Dawkins and Ray "The Jazzman," where great conversations and timeless music come together. Episode #84 shines a spotlight on legendary jazz musician Cal Tjader, celebrating his groundbreaking contributions to Latin jazz and vibraphone performance. Whether you're a lifelong jazz enthusiast or discovering the genre for the first time, this episode offers engaging stories, musical insights, and a deeper appreciation of Tjader'...

People in this episode

Hosts: Herman "Hollywood" Dawkins, Ray The Jazzman

Topics covered

• Cal Tjader
• Latin jazz
• vibraphone performance
• jazz history
• musical insights

Keywords

• Cal Tjader
• Latin jazz
• vibraphone
• jazz podcast
• music history

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