Jae Sinnett

Which jazz albums were Jae Sinnett's favorites this year? Check out his top-ten list.

In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, WHRV Host and Jazz Musician Jae Sinnett shares four of his favorite jazz recordings.

"Laced with truth, humor, hardship reflection, sarcasm and hope, the blues would eventually establish itself as the roots of most American genres that followed such as jazz and rock and roll." Jae Sinnett explores the history of American blues.

WHRV Host and Jazz educator Jae Sinnett shares some lesser-known influential moments in Black History that had landscape-changing significance.

Jae Sinnett offers his best of 2023 list. He says about his top pick: "I've listened to this artist since his 1990 release and not one single recording since has disappointed me. He's a brilliant composer, arranger and orchestrator. He hears it differently." See which albums made the list.

Still working on your holiday menu? If you’re looking to put a twist on an old favorite classic, try the Jazzy Jae variety of the peanut butter cookie!

"I recently wrapped up my second stint on the jazz faculty for the JazzWorks Canada Jazz Camp near Harrington, Quebec at the beautiful CAMMAC Arts Center. I get to teach some amazing students and perform with supremely gifted artists." WHRV's Jae Sinnett reflects on helping musicians learn to play jazz.

"The most important part in all of this is that the student needs to focus on trusting their ears." WHRV's Jae Sinnett explains why developing your hearing is the most important aspect of learning to play jazz.

WHRV host Jae Sinnett is a busy guy--broadcaster, drummer, educator chef--how does he juggle it all? He says it requires focusing on what is most important to you.

"When I became a serious listener of jazz and a musician, it was a bit overwhelming. I didn't understand the improvisational aspects, conceptual design or the complex rhythms."