Reading view

There are new articles available, click to refresh the page.

Visions: A Tribute to John Coltrane


I return to my usual programming this week to bring a special Visions episode all about John Coltrane. It was Trane’s would-be 98th birthday on Monday, so I would be remiss if I didn’t do an entire episode dedicated to the visionary bandleader, composer and improviser.

Throughout this episode I play quintessential John Coltrane selections, but I also play songs where Coltrane is a band member. This includes selections from Thelonious Monk, Pepper Adams, Miles Davis, Gene Ammons (where Coltrane is on ALTO!), and Cannonball Adderley. I do a few selections where the song is about Trane: Alice Coltrane, Clifford Jordan and Elvin Jones’ tracks all fit that category. And finally, there’s a record that Trane produced which is the selection from Archie Shepp.

The last thing I want to highlight about this episode is the one song that doesn’t fit the Coltrane theme: Stablemates by Benny Golson. Golson — saxophonist, bandleader, composer and arranger — died on Sept. 21. He was 95 years old. He influenced many artists and left a legacy beyond just recordings of him: he composed many songs that are now standard jazz tunes. Rest in Power to Benny Golson!

Check out the playlist below and listen to the episode on-demand for two weeks after it airs using the media player above.

Visions Playlist for Sept. 9, 2024

  • “Giant Steps” – John Coltrane
  • “Dear John C.” – Elvin Jones*
  • “Stablemates” – Benny Golson
  • “Ruby My Dear” – Thelonious Monk & John Coltrane
  • “Equinox” – John Coltrane
  • “Mary’s Blues” – Pepper Adams*
  • “Freddie Freeloader” – Miles Davis
  • “Groove Blues” – Gene Ammons All Stars
  • “My Favorite Things” – John Coltrane
  • “John Coltrane” – Clifford Jordan Quartet
  • “You’re a Weaver of Dreams” – Cannonball Adderley Quintet
  • “Mr. Syms” – Archie Shepp
  • “Chim Chim Cheree” – John Coltrane Quartet
  • “Something About John Coltrane” – Alice Coltrane*

Support the shows you love.

WDET’s unique music programs are dedicated to exploring the music and culture of our region and the world.
Keep the music going. Please make a gift today.
Give now »

The post Visions: A Tribute to John Coltrane appeared first on WDET 101.9 FM.

❌