This Is Jazz

At 78, jazz drummer Albert "Tootie" Heath is still displaying his aptitude for making songs swing while keeping them firmly in time. Critic Tom Moon reviews Tootie's Tempo, Heath's collaboration with two younger jazz players.

The saxophonist explains why his band returns to a certain palate-cleansing, dairy-titled tune so often — and discusses his connection to its composer, long-time collaborator Ralph Alessi.

"This is Jazz" host Bob Bednar and WJCT Music Director David Luckin joined Melissa Ross on First Coast Connect for a special extended interview…

The trumpeter and the drummer each bring high-energy bands to the Detroit Jazz Festival.