Dennis Dotson has had a prolific career as a trumpeter with some of the most significant musical artists in the history of American music. Among his many duties over the years he has served in significant roles in the bands of Woody Herman and Buddy Rich.
Graham Tobin is professor of music at San Jacinto College and is a highly accomplished musician not only on his primary instrument (saxophone) but also on the clarinet, flute, and other woodwinds. He has trained at the prestigious music schools of Northwestern University in Chicago and at the Queensland Conservatorium in his homeland of Australia. Thank you @ micd, producer.
Allen Barnhill is currently professor of trombone at Rice University and was a member of the Houston Symphony trombone section from 1977-2021.
Steve Curtis is principal tubist in both the Austin and Shreveport Symphonies. Aside from his duties in these two orchestras he is also very busy as a highly demanded freelance musician in Houston both as a performer and educator having performed extensively in every major ensemble in the city. Get to know more about Steve on this pod!
Andre Garza is executive chef at Roots Wine Bar in Houston's East End. He is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America and continues to nurture his craft from the finest chefs and restaurants in the world.Podcast produced by @micd.
Brek Christensen is on the staff of the Rice University track and field program and is in charge of the throws events. He is a rising star in the world of throws coaches and in his short time in the role he has already produced several throwers in the top echelon of the NCAA. We dig in to his approach on teaching young people such a complex sport and the things that fuel the enthusiasm that has led him to be so effective.Podcast produced by @micd
Cuban trombonist Yankar Gonzalez tells us about the life of growing up as a musician in his homeland, playing with some of the world's greatest musical artists, and much more. This dude has so much to share and this episode is only a little peek in to his world. I hope yall enjoy our conversation...meanwhile, I am going to work on getting him back in studio for part 2!!!Podcast music: "Funky Slides"Written and played by Yankar GonzalezPodcast produced by @micd
Laura Jordan is the founder and owner of East End Hardware, a cool neighborhood bar in Houston's east end. We talk about the journey she has taken from first deciding to create a new bar years ago until now as she faces the task of being a bar owner during a world pandemic.Support for this podcast provided by RC Health Services.www.rchealthservices.com
Dr. Kendall Moore is a Houston based trombonist, educater, composer, arranger, and all around smart dude.Check him out at kmooremusic.com and check out his solo album "Focus".Thank you to RC Health Services for continued support of this podcast.rchealthservices.com
On this episode of The JKL Podcast we have Houston musician and producer Michael Diaz (@micd).Amongst other projects, Michael is the producer of this podcast.It’s been a while since our “Bro-ing out on Covid-19” episode in March so we decided to check in on each other, talk current events, and maybe even predict future events...boooom!Podcast music: “It’s Ok Not to Be Ok” by @MicD.Many thanks for the support provided by RC Health Services.WWW.RCHEALTHSERVICES.COM
Ray Gonzalez is one of Houston's most in demand saxophonists and multiple woodwind instrumentalists. We talk about his passion for two very important things...music and, of course, Houston food!Podcast produced by @micdPodcast Music by Ray Gonzalez!Support for The JKL Podcast provided by:RC Health Serviceswww.rchealthservices.comwww.thechambersfund.org
Dr. Kendall Moore is a trombonist in Houston. He is originally from Chicago and has performed all around the world.The music on this episode is a solo over his arrangement of "Blue in Green" by Miles Davis and Bill Evans from his album titled "Focus" available online.Support for this podcast provided by RC Health Services.rchealthservices.comthechambersfund.orgPodcast producer @micd
Denim Rogers is an NCAA Division 1 All-American Decathlete who attends Houston Baptist University. We talk about his less than typical ascent to where he is today and what how he hopes to impact the lives of others.Support for this podcast is provided by RC Health Services.RCHEALTHSERVICES.COMTHECHAMBERSFUND.ORGPodcast music: "El Mareito" by @pachangaraPodcast producer by @micd
Robert Chambers is president and CEO of RC Health Services. In this podcast we get a peak in to his business and the amazing journey that led to it's beginnings, it's present and it's exciting future.Check out:rchealthservices.comthechambersfund.orgPodcast producer: Michael Diaz @micdPodcast music: "El Mareito" by Pachangara.
Ali Jackson is a Jamaican-American tubist based in Houston. We talk about some complexities in the racial landscape of music and just life in general. I hope you enjoy!Podcast Sponsors:RC Health ServicesRCHEALTHSERVICES.COMTHECHAMBERSFUND.ORGPodcast Music by Pachangara.“El Mareito”
In these times of pandemic and fear, it seems as though we’re sending even more of our money away from our local economy. Let’s see what we can do for small business. A continuous thanks to our sponsor RC Health Services.RCHEALTHSERVICES.COMTHECHAMBERSFUND.ORG
What do you think made Texas become the Covid-19 capitol of the universe? Well, you’re right...but let’s also consider this...Shot out to supporters of this podcast RC Health ServicesRCHEALTHSERVICES.COMTHECHAMBERSFUND.ORG
A nice chat with my friend Joey Naeger, a Houston-based badass! He is a fixer/maker of double bases and among his many projects he has started a project called "Home Depot Bass" where he will donate all of it's proceeds to arts organizations that help people of color. Podcast producer, Michael Diaz (@micd)
I have the pleasure of sitting to chat with Grace Lewis about her musical life and her amazing initiative Collegia: Houston which will be devoted to providing top notch music education to Houston’s underserved communities. Check it all out at gracelewisbass.com/collegia-houstonSupport for this podcast:RC Health ServicesWWW.RCHEALTHSERVICES.COMActivated MusclesWWW.ACTIVATEDMUSCLES.COM
Today I had a random urge to pray before I had a meal. it reminded me of another time when I had the same random urge and then wrote a blog entry right after it...ten years ago almost to the day. Hey man...sometimes the universe smiles upon us.