This Thursday’s edition of Strictly Jazz Sounds features Roscoe Mitchell and Marquis Hill as they close out this year’s Madison Jazz Fest. Multi-saxophonist and woodwindist Roscoe Mitchell, a Madison area resident, is an NEA Jazz Master, renowned international composer, conductor and bandleader while trumpeter Marquis Hill is a growing force on the international jazz scene. SJS host Steve Braunginn also continues his new segment, Steve’s Picks, presenting recently and pre-released music. Tune in on Thursday, June 17, 2-5PM CDT, for a preview of the closing acts for the 2021 Madison Jazz Fest. WORT89.9-FM, your place for jazz.
(Photos of Roscoe Mitchell and Marquis Hill by Stephen Braunginn.)