Episodes
Published 03/05/24
On this episode of As We Speak, host David Sanborn sits down with guitarist John Scofield for a conversation that includes his beginnings as a musician while growing up in Connecticut, his love of the blues, lessons learned from Miles, and where many of his unusual song titles come from.
Published 03/05/24
In this episode of the As Speak with David Sanborn podcast, our host talks with Samara Joy about fame, family and her introduction to jazz.
Published 02/13/24
In Part Two of their conversation, Pat Metheny and David Sanborn delve deep into what it means to be a musician. They also talk more about Pat's latest solo work, 'Dream Box,' as well as how AI will affect music.
Published 01/30/24
David Sanborn sits down with his old friend, guitarist and composer Pat Metheny. In part one of this two-part conversation, Metheny talks about his latest solo record, 'Dream Box,' as well as about his history, influences, and the creative process. They also reminisce about hanging out together at the Power Station at 3 am.
Published 01/16/24
On this episode, David Sanborn sits down with drummer, bandleader, producer and educator Terri Lyne Carrington to talk about women in jazz, hopes for the future of the music, their time playing together, and more.
Published 01/02/24
David Sanborn in conversation with the innovative guitarist John McLaughlin, celebrating 50 years of his genre-bending band Shakti. John talks about his transformative time playing with Miles Davis, the art of improvisation, the rigors of touring, and more.
Published 12/19/23
David Sanborn in conversation with the extraordinary saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins, a fresh voice with a sound and perspective well beyond his years.
Published 12/05/23
Don Was is a producer, bassist, and record label president. He sits down with David Sanborn and shares stories about his start in Detroit, his philosophy as a producer, and much, much more.
Published 11/21/23
David Sanborn sits down with jazz legend Sonny Rollins for part 2 of this rare interview. Sonny talks about a trip to India that changed his life, late night dinners with David and his bandmates and more.
Published 11/07/23
David Sanborn sits down with jazz legend Sonny Rollins for a rare interview. Sonny talks about growing up in Harlem, getting Coleman Hawkins' autograph, practicing in the closet, and much, much more. This is part one of a two-part interview.
Published 10/24/23
David sits down with composer Maria Schneider for a conversation about her time with composer Gil Evans, collaborating with David Bowie, and her own extraordinary music.
Published 10/10/23
On this episode of As We Speak, host David Sanborn talks with vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant – about her visual art, her storytelling, and her captivating record Melusine.
Published 09/26/23
In the premiere episode of the 'As We Speak' podcast, host David Sanborn talks with vocalist, composer and bandleader Kurt Elling.
Published 09/26/23