I've Heard That Song Before

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  • Summary

  • Explore the jazz standards of the Great American Songbook! Joe Hunter invites a jazz musician guest to explore a standard. Hear 4 different renditions of the featured song, accompanied by insightful, witty commentary from the hosts. Their easy-going conversation makes the show enjoyable for both jazz buffs and novices alike.
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Episodes
  • "These Foolish Things"

    "These Foolish Things"
    Dec 28 2018
    Joe and Tom discuss 4 renditions of "These Foolish Things (Remind Me of You)," a beautiful standard by Eric Maschwitz. Then they discuss another of his works called "A Nightingale Sang in Barkley Square" for this week's bonus tune!
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    37 mins
  • "Luck Be a Lady"

    "Luck Be a Lady"
    Dec 13 2018
    Joe and his guest, Carl Topilow, listen with you to 4 renditions of "Luck Be a Lady," exploring the varied paces in the performances of this standard. They dive into the rich history of this song, which made its debut in the 1950 musical, Guys and Dolls. Enjoy a special rendition of this song performed by its composer Frank Loesser. At the end of the episode you can enjoy this week's bonus tune, “Fugue for Tinhorns," performed by the cast of Guys and Dolls.   
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    37 mins
  • "Here's That Rainy Day"

    "Here's That Rainy Day"
    Dec 5 2018
    Joe and his guest, Lee Bush, listen with you to 4 renditions of "Here's that Rainy Day," exploring the different levels of the melodies and harmonies in this standard. They dive into the profoundly sad lyrics, exposing the ironic nature of this song. Then they listen with you to this week's bonus tune, “September in the Rain," a song performed by Joe Williams with a more upbeat take on rain.
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    38 mins

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