The father of Big Band was Fletcher Henderson! Take a close look at the life and music of this legendary bandleader, arranger, and composer who paved the way for jazz's golden age. The birth of swing, his collaboration with Benny Goodman, and their contributions to the world of jazz will leave you amazed!
A drumming passion that began in Izmir, with collaborations stretching from Tarkan to Grammy-winning artists... Blending traditional Turkish melodies with jazz and funk, Volkan Öktem continues to enchant music lovers with Laco Tayfa and "#7"!
A singular musical journey from Istanbul to the world. Fretless guitar virtuoso Cenk Erdoğan, who brings Turkish makam together with jazz and world music, stands among contemporary music's pioneering figures — with a career stretching from the soundtrack of "Issız Adam" to a Grammy.
Ergün Şenlendirici: the trumpet virtuoso who fused Turkish Romani music and jazz. His unforgettable collaborations with Okay Temiz, the Grup Jaguar legend, and the musical legacy he passed on to his son Hüsnü Şenlendirici — meet this important artist up close.
Discover the extraordinary story and enduring legacy of Erkan Oğur, who invented the fretless guitar in 1976, created the Oğur Sazı, and fused Turkish folk music with blues and jazz.
Pacific Northwest's jazz and R&B pioneer David Levering Lewis. A musical journey from Texas to Seattle, his revolutionary work with the legendary Dave Lewis Combo and the Hammond B-3 organ. Discover the story of this regional music hero.
The hero of a courageous journey spanning from medicine to music and a life shaped by improvisation. Çağlayan Yıldız has a unique place in Turkish music. His story inspires everyone who dares to follow their passions.
Marcus Miller masterfully blended jazz, funk, and R&B to leave his mark on contemporary music. From the album "Tutu" to film scores, from radio programs to being a UNESCO Artist for Peace, this virtuoso's boundary-crossing, multifaceted career will captivate you with its unique story!
Jazz revolutionaries behind bebop: Dizzy Gillespie's fiery trumpet, Thelonious Monk's eccentric piano, Bud Powell's virtuosity, and Kenny Clarke's innovative drums. Meet the architects of modern jazz.