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Darcy James Argue's inspirations

Kevin Le Gendre presents composer and conductor Darcy James Argue鈥檚 musical inspirations, plus concert highlights from saxophonist and composer Jacques Schwarz-Bart.

Kevin Le Gendre hears from internationally celebrated composer and conductor Darcy James Argue. A recipient of the prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship in Music Composition, Darcy's compositions blend jazz with contemporary classical elements, pushing the boundaries of musical innovation. He has led performances of his compositions with ensembles including The WDR Big Band, the Brussels Jazz Orchestra, The Hard Rubber Orchestra, Clasijazz Big Band Pro, and the West Point Jazz Knights. Here he shares some of the music that has inspired his journey so far.

Also in the programme, concert highlights from the acclaimed French-Caribbean jazz saxophonist and composer Jacques Schwarz-Bart recorded live from France. Jacques is known for his fusion of Caribbean rhythms, hip hop and jazz improvisation, as well as explorations of Afro-Caribbean folklore within his music. He has worked with artists from across musical spectrum including, Erykah Badu, Danilo Perez, and Meshell N鈥檇egeocello, as well as being a notable solo artist.

Produced by Makeda Krish for Somethin' Else

1 hour, 29 minutes

Last on

Sat 16 Mar 2024 17:00

Music Played

  • Erskine & Kavuma

    June

  • Moses Yoofee Trio

    OCEAN

  • Lizz Wright

    Sweet Feeling

  • Jacques Schwarz-Bart

    Dreaming of Freedom (Live at FIP, France 2023)

  • Shirley Scott

    Caravan

  • Mark Turner Quartet

    Lincoln Heights

  • Jacques Schwarz-Bart

    Time Travel (Live at FIP, France 2023)

  • Darcy James Argue鈥檚 Secret Society

    Codebreaker

  • Miles Davis

    Blues For Pablo

    Music Arranger: Gil Evans.
  • Bob Brookmeyer & Ruud Breuls

    How Deep Is The Ocean

  • Duke Ellington

    Diminuendo & Crescendo In Blue - Live at the Alhambra 1958

  • Miguel Zen贸n & Luis Perdomo

    Mucho Coraz贸n

Broadcasts

  • Sat 28 Oct 2023 17:00
  • Sat 16 Mar 2024 17:00