BlueNotes

IPR's Monthly Jazz Digest

A black and white photo of John Coltrane playing the tenor sax, Cannonball Adderley playing the alto sax, and Miles Davis playing the trumpet in a studio.

September 2026: A Century of John Coltrane and Miles Davis

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    This month, we’ll be observing the centennial celebration of the birth dates of America’s most influential jazz icons, Miles Davis and John Coltrane, with two hours of their best solo tracks and collaborations. Also, don’t miss our monthly musical quiz, “What Do YOU Know About Jazz?”

    Join Larry Beck for BlueNotes this Saturday night, September 26th, at 8 pm, only on Indiana Public Radio!

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    About BlueNotes

    BlueNotes is IPR’s monthly jazz program produced exclusively for Indiana Public Radio listeners. Each program features a blend of classic and contemporary jazz spanning the spectrum of jazz types and formats. Historical recordings are often included.

    In addition, BlueNotes covers jazz venues in central Indiana with news of upcoming jazz shows and concerts. Interviews with local jazz musicians are also featured.

    The September 2016 BlueNotes "Indiana Bicentennial Salute to Hoosier Jazz" program received a Bicentennial Legacy Project Endorsement from the Indiana Bicentennial Commission for its contributions to the celebration of Indiana history and commemoration of Indiana’s 200th birthday.

    Jazz fans may also follow BlueNotes on Facebook for program updates, notices of upcoming concert appearances, and news from the world of jazz. Search for BlueNotes: Jazz on Indiana Public Radio.

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