Tagged: KVC-Arts

David Fleming speaks with Marshall Hawkins, primarily known as a bass player, who got his start with the blues singer and pianist Betty Gray. He then played with Shirley Horn for several years before joining Miles Davis, after Ron Carter left what would be known as Davis’s second great quintet. Many other great names in there, but specific to THIS region, in 1978, Marshall moved to Idyllwild, and in 1986 California, home of the internationally famous high school for the arts. In 1986, he founded the Jazz program at the Idyllwild Arts Academy. Along with Gregory Robbins, Hawkins will guest conduct the Redlands symphony Big Band Holiday Jam on December 11th.

Comedian Scott Wood speaks with David Fleming once again. He was on a few months ago talking about his TV show, "Something Smells Funny," as well as serving as emcee for music events, including one in September with Affordable Music Productions.

This time we'll hear about his approach to comedy, past and present. Also, coming early in 2022, he has a new comedy special, a movie, and more... and just a bit more on "Something Smells Funny."

Oh yes. And impressions. LOTS of impressions. We'll even get impressions of people DOING impressions.

David Fleming speaks once again with Al Pitrelli, of Trans-Siberian Orchestra. On the previous program we heard about the virtual Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert from last year, and the current tour, with a stop in Ontario December 4th. On this program, they speak just a BIT of TSO, then it's off to the sidebars. We'll get a bit on Derek Sherinian - some REALLY funny moments there, including mentions of Sherinian's approaching meeting with Alice Cooper. There's also a past project with quite the funny name. We'll also explore, in one way or another, why and how Pitrelli does what he does, which includes discussion of Jeff Beck, front porch improv, and continuous exploration.

David Fleming speaks with Al Pitrelli, Music Director for, and one of the guitarists with, Trans-Siberian Orchestra. With the exception of 2020, TSO has come to the region every year for QUITE some time now. Last year, while they didn’t come to our area physically, they DID provide a special virtual concert. We spoke about THAT concert, as well as being on the road again this year with a stop in Ontario December 4^th at the Toyota Arena.

David Fleming speaks with Matt Ellis, a folk-rock, singer-songwriter from the Hi-Desert, via LA, and before that, Australia. We’re getting a bit of an overview… looking at music from the past as well as very RECENT pieces. We’re also hearing about his last gigs of the year… one in Joshua Tree, and one in Pioneertown.

Margaret Worsley, host of KVCR's "Musically Speaking," speaks with Inland Empire musician Al Yankee about his recent cd, "Four the Time Being."

David Fleming speaks with Charles A. Kelly, a professor on the campus of San Bernardino Valley College, and a musician whose past includes working with Stevie Wonder, The Pointer Sisters, Sister Sledge and more. He has a new single out called "Endangered Species," and well on his way to a new album - out soon.

David Fleming speaks once again with musician Brett Newski. We'll hear about the Podcast, "Dirt From The Road," and hear of some of the strange road stories found within.

David Fleming speaks with Brett Newski, a singer-songwriter who’s doodled for as long as he can remember… and for quite some time, has struggled with depression and anxiety. Put the two together, and we get “It’s HARD To Be A Person,” a book filled with simple cartoons, life lessons, and tips to help with stressful situations an more… AND – there’s an accompanying soundtrack!

David Fleming speaks with Kenneth Bank, a member of The Sharks in the mid 60's, and one of the founding members of The Dukes of Doo Wop - keeping doo wop alive!