Swing Sessions
Vale John Buchanan.
It is with deep respect and much sadness that we note to passing of John Buchanan.
His dedication to the swing era was infectious, and his knowledge and stories were so engaging.
A wonderful raconteur!
The legacy of John Buchanan’s enthusiasm for music of the swing era in his long-running series, Swing Sessions, is being carried on in our Monday noon program, Swing and Beyond.
Jazz Sketches
2MBS Fine Music Sydney presenter Robert Vale presented his final Jazz Sketches program on Wednesday 5 February 2025, marking his 750th broadcast.
Jazz Sketches focused on contemporary jazz, often gathered from emerging cultures and Australian sources. Throughout his career, Robert expertly showcased a blend of jazz and world music, introducing listeners to a wide array of sounds and cultures. His unique style and deep knowledge made his shows unforgettable. Robert Vale’s departure leaves a notable void, and he will be greatly missed by his audience.
The New Jazz Standard
Frank Presley delivered captivating jazz renditions of pop, rock, film music, and contemporary jazz in this long-running program, The New jazz Standard.
His unique approach to modern music brought a fresh dimension to the classic jazz repertoire. Franck Presley continues to please his listeners with his program A Jazz Compass
Click here to listen to previous episodes of Frank Presley’s new program A Jazz Compass