Summary: All music is the culmination of generations of influences. This holds great importance in jazz. This podcast illustrates the influences on these artists. Miguel Zenon's album played here is based on traditional songs his mother sang in Puerto Rico, that shaped his musical style. George Cables' latest album pays homage to some great jazz composers that influenced his playing. Matt DeChamplain shows the stride style from early jazz pianists that had a strong influence on his art.Featured Album Icons and Influences - George Cables in iTunes Track ~ Artist ~ Album Perdon ~ Miguel Zenon ~ Alma Adentro: The Puerto Rican Songbook Jugette~ Miguel Zenon ~ Alma Adentro: The Puerto Rican Songbook Happiness ~ George Cables ~ Icons and Influences Farewell Mulgrew ~ George Cables ~ Icons and Influences The Duke ~ George Cables ~ Icons and Influences Honky Tonk Train Blues ~ Matt DeChamplain ~Stride-Bop Minor League ~ Ralph Peterson ~ Alive at Firehouse 12
