Sarah Geledi

Dec 5, 2024 | npr.org | Sarah Geledi

Ode to “Q”: The Jazz Side of Quincy Jones Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/nx-s1-5214678/nx-s1-5281210-1" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Quincy Jones in Hattingen, Germany in 2014.

Oct 16, 2024 | gpb.org | Sarah Geledi

Say the name 'John Scofield,' and fans from across the musical spectrum - whether jazz, blues, rock or funk - will nod in approval. Affectionately known as "Sco," the guitarist is revered for his distinctive sound and lying down razor-sharp grooves alongside legends like Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Chet Baker and Phil Lesh, to name a few. This November, the legendary guitarist and composer celebrates 50 years of recorded music.

Sep 19, 2024 | npr.org | Sarah Geledi |Trevor Smith

George Benson on success, critics and staying true to himselfFew musicians have seen the success that guitarist, vocalist and cultural icon George Benson has: platinum records, a record of the year Grammy, four Top 10 hits. But from behind the gilded veil of fame, Benson’s immaculate chops shine through.

Jan 25, 2024 | npr.org | Sarah Geledi |Simon Rentner

The steel pan has a legacy. Jonathan Scales is redefining it Meet a steel pan artist that will knock you out of your shoes. Jonathan Scales provides new angles to hear and appreciate his enigmatic instrument. January 25, 202412:01 PM ET From The steel pan has a legacy. Jonathan Scales is redefining it.

Jan 24, 2024 | wbgo.org | Sarah Geledi |Simon Rentner

Jonathan Scales has climbed many mountainous obstacles to become the steel pan composer he is today. The first was self-imposed. He chose to master the pan drum — an unusual decision which has raised many eyebrows throughout his career. He's not from Trinidad, where the instrument was invented, nor does he have a particular affinity for Calypso, the festive music closely aligned with his metal drum. Scales hears the instrument differently in his imagination.