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Blog Name:Home Page News

Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 30, 2017

Many of you have contacted us about our mobile App and it's need for updating. We do sincerely apologize for this inconvenience and we are working on this matter. It is our hope to have it resolved soon. In the meantime, please bookmark this link on your phone/device. It is our direct mp3 stream URL address. Thank you for your understanding.

The Jazz 88 Round Up With Vince Outlaw - May 28 2017 - San Diego Jazz Presenters Announce Series

Blog Name:Jazz 88.3 Blog

Blog Author:Vince Outlaw

Posted on:May 28, 2017

Welcome to the Sunday, May 28, 2017 installment of The Jazz 88 Round Up on KSDS San Diego’s Jazz 88.3 and Jazz88.org. I’m Vince Outlaw and on this week’s round-up, San Diego Jazz Presenters announce and kick-off their summer series while another announces their 2017-2018 plans which include a visit from one of the biggest names in Jazz, plus another San Diego drummer is in the Percussive Profiles spotlight. San Diego’s Jewel, Balboa Park, gets their Vine Affair on this week, we’ve got a new Artist of the Week to introduce, and there is lots on the San Diego Jazz and Blues horizon to preview, plus we’ve got music from Herbie Hancock, Besos de Coco, Claudio Roditi, and Dave Scott...it’s all coming up, so Let’s Get On With The Jazz 88.3 Round UP….

The Jazz 88 Round Up With Vince Outlaw - May 21 2017 - Dr UM Plays Jazz Live

Blog Name:Jazz 88.3 Blog

Blog Author:Vince Outlaw

Posted on:May 21, 2017

Welcome to the Sunday, May 21, 2017 installment of The Jazz 88 Round Up on KSDS San Diego’s Jazz 88.3 and Jazz88.org. I’m Vince Outlaw and on this week’s round-up, Peter Erskine brought his Dr. Um Band into the Saville Theater this past Tuesday, May 16 for Jazz Live San Diego. San Diego City College got a new President, Friday Happy Hour at the Handlery featured an all-star lineup led by flutist Ali Ryerson, the San Diego Ballet debuted new work featuring music by Charles McPherson, and Chucho Valdes comes to the San Diego Symphony’s Jazz at the Jacobs series. Looking forward, Joe Marillo will be remembered this coming week, we’ve got a new Artist of the Week starting Monday, and there are lots of new events and partnerships coming up...it’s all coming up, so Let’s Get On With The Jazz 88.3 Round UP….


The Jazz 88 Round Up with Vince Outlaw, Sunday, 7:30-8pm PT on Jazz 88.3 KSDS San Diego - Sunday May 14 2017

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Jazz Live- The Lanny Morgan Sextet

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 16, 2017

One of the most prolific and prominent bebop altoists on the West Coast Jazz Scene, Lanny Morgan, will be coming to Jazz Live TONIGHT. Morgan first came to prominence in New York, as the young lead alto for Maynard Ferguson's Big Band of the sixties, as well as Maynard's sextet of the same era. Speaking of a sextet, Lanny will be bringing his sextet (Bob Summers- trumpet, Doug Webb- tenor, Matt Harris- piano, Chris Conner- bass, Paul Kreibich- drums) to the Saville Theatre for a night music that will entertain and inspire. To reserve your tickets please go The Speakeasy. For the general public you can purchase tickets by calling 619-388-3301. Here's the parking pass. PREVIEW / PHOTOS / MORE...

Festival of the Arts

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 16, 2017

Jazz 88.3 will be out at the Festival of the Arts, happening June 10th and 11th (10AM-6PM) at the Waterfront Park! Produced by Torrey Pines Kiwanis Foundation and San Diego Magazine, this unforgettable weekend filled with art, food, craft beer and entertainment benefits programs for San Diegans with disabilities. It's the perfect way to enjoy the weekend in American's Finest City! Children 16 and under: Free! Active Military with I.D.: Free! Click here to purchase tickets or for more information! MORE ON THE MUSIC OF THE FEST....
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Westgate Sunset Poolside Jazz Series

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 16, 2017

Summer is almost over and what better way to celebrate than to celebrate in style at The Westgate Hotel with their annual Sunset Poolside Jazz Series! The last show of the 2017 series is tonight from 6:30-9:30PM. Jazz enthusiasts will sway and groove to the sounds of Southern California’s finest Jazz talents, offering an eclectic jazz experience poolside! Set against a backdrop of downtown San Diego’s skyline at sunset, the event series will feature a different performance every week, complimented by signature cocktails, wine and craft beer, as well as a gourmet array of appetizers and tapas. The series is curated by world-renowned trumpeter, Gilbert Castellanos, so it's bound to be a phenomenal summer concert series! To view the complete lineup, click here. PREVIEW SERIES ARTISTS...

The Vine Affair

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 16, 2017

Jazz 88.3 is proud to support "The Vine Affair", a sure-to-be incredible event put on by the Balboa Park Cultural Partnership, happening Friday, June 2nd from 6-10PM! This is your chance to indulge in Balboa Park's first annual wine festival! Experience superb wine while exploring five different museums, including: San Diego Art Institute, The Conservancy vis-à-vis The Prado Restaurant, San Diego Model Railroad Museum, San Diego History Center, and the Fleet Science Center. You will also enjoy exquisite wines and delicious tapas, experience exceptional art, and enjoy live music. Please Note:This event is 21+. Balboa Park Cultural Partnership is a nonprofit organization through which 28 arts, science and cultural institutions in Balboa Park collaborate to achieve shared goals. By helping these groups achieve greater organizational efficiency, innovation and excellence, it seeks to contribute to the vitality and sustainability of Balboa Park. Click here to purchase tickets to The Vine Affair! MORE ON THE MUSIC AT THE AFFAIR...
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The Jazz 88 Round Up With Vince Outlaw - May 14 2017 - Dave Pell Passes

Blog Name:Jazz 88.3 Blog

Blog Author:Vince Outlaw

Posted on:May 14, 2017

Welcome to the Sunday, May 14, 2017 installment of The Jazz 88 Round Up on KSDS San Diego’s Jazz 88.3 and Jazz88.org. I’m Vince Outlaw and on this week’s round-up, Jazz 88.3 thanks all of you who renewed your membership, became new members, and donated your money and time to make our 2017 Spring Membership Drive a success. Dave Pell passes away at the age of 92 with his March 2017 Jazz Live San Diego concert and interview being his final. Bill Charlap and Renee Rosnes stop by Jazz 88.3 before their Athenaeum Jazz Series performance, and Gator By The Bay 2017 let’s the good times roll on Mother’s Day weekend. We’ll take a look and what’s coming up this week in the San Diego Jazz and Blues scene and on your radio station, plus a look forward to what’s happening in the future...it’s all coming up, so Let’s Get On With The Jazz 88.3 Round UP….


The Jazz 88 Round Up with Vince Outlaw, Sunday, 7:30-8pm PT on Jazz 88.3 KSDS San Diego - Sunday May 14 2017

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Gator By the Bay

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Blog Author:San Diego's Jazz 88.3

Posted on:May 9, 2017

Jazz 88.3 is very proud to support Gator By the Bay again this year, happening today through Sunday, May 13th! It's Mardi Gras in May! Enjoy Zydeco, Blues, Crawfish, and, of course, great, live music! What better way to kick off the weekend?! It's all happening this weekend at Spanish Landing Park. To view the complete line-up and/or for more information, click here! BAYOU BROTHERS LIVE ON SECOND LINE PARADE...
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Jazz Live- The Dave Pell Octet

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Blog Author:Vince Outlaw

Posted on:May 7, 2017

One of the founding fathers of West Coast Jazz, saxophonist Dave Pell, will be coming to Jazz Live TONIGHT.  Dave will be bringing his usual octet (Bobby Efford- Baritone, Carl Saunders- Trumpet, Scott Whitfield- Trombone, Charlie Ferguson - Piano, Barry Zweig- Guitar, Richard Simon- Bass, Ray Brinker- Drums) for a night of music that you won't forget. If you are a valid Jazz 88 member you can reserve your tickets in the Speakeasy. For the general public, you can purchase tickets by calling 619-388-3301. Please print the parking pass to make you legit. MORE ON DAVE PELL OCTET...
Read full article at: Jazz Live- The Dave Pell Octet