10 MAY 2021 · In this Jazzmont podcast episode, join Cyrus Chestnut, composer, pianist, and educator as he discusses his artistic journey as a professional. Cyrus Chestnut is a musical force that utilizes his classical, gospel, and jazz influences to entertain and capture audiences. Chestnut has played with some of the leading musicians in the business, such as Jon Hendricks, Michael Carvin, Donald Harrison, Terence Blanchard, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Curtis Fuller, Betty Carter, and Dizzy Gillespie. Chestnut’s self-released albums have all won prestigious awards, and he has also recorded on labels such as Atlantic, Warner Jazz, Telarc, Koch, and the JLP records. Credits Beth Crisman – Executive Producer/Director, Montpelier Arts Center Sara Morgan – Assistant Director, Montpelier Arts Center Alan Ernstein – Technical Director, Montpelier Arts Center Kirk Walterick – Recording Engineer

16 APR 2021 · In this Jazzmont podcast episode, Helen Hayes and Wammie nominated performing artist and playwright Charisma Wooten discusses a few of her career highlights and what led her to cabaret performance. Cabaret Scene Magazine comments, "Wooten's most endearing characteristic is a deep respect for the cabaret performing tradition and her desire to share it with her audience." Credits Beth Crisman – Executive Producer/Director, Montpelier Arts Center Sara Morgan – Assistant Director, Montpelier Arts Center Alan Ernstein – Technical Director, Montpelier Arts Center Kirk Walterick – Recording Engineer

30 MAR 2021 · Join Paula Phillips with Jazz Beyond Borders and bebop vocalist Audrey Shakir for an episode celebrating Women’s History Monty as Audre Shakir discusses her professional career as a pianist and vocalist. Born in Ohio to a musical family, Audrey Shakir began her professional career as a pianist covering tunes by Stevie Wonder and Charka Khan before embracing jazz piano legends Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea. With this excellent foundation, she added singing to her talents, influenced by Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Joe Williams and Jon Hendricks. In New York she performed at the Village Gate, The Town Hall, Apollo Theater and Tavern on the Green. Relocating to Atlanta, she established herself as the city’s most prominent jazz vocalist, headlining festivals and shows throughout the Southeast. Her international tours included dates with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Marsalis calls her “one of the greatest bebop singers in the world today.” Since 1975, Paula Phillips has been one of Maryland’s most active women in arts and culture. As director of Jazz Beyond Borders, she works behind the scenes to present, promote and fund visual and performing arts. Dedicated to cultural diversity and artistic excellence, she has helped artists and arts organizations develop and thrive and established long running educational programs for adults, teens and children. She has been a writer, producer and segment host for radio, TV and cable news programs. Her radio interviews for the series “Voices of the Chesapeake Bay” appear in a 2008 book by the same name. She was nominated for an Annie Award in Anne Arundel County in the Lifetime Achievement category and received two National Association of Counties Awards for her work. Credits Beth Crisman – Executive Producer/Director, Montpelier Arts Center Sara Morgan – Assistant Director, Montpelier Arts Center Alan Ernstein – Technical Director, Montpelier Arts Center Kirk Walterick – Recording Engineer

19 MAR 2021 · Celebrate Women’s History Month with guests Paula Phillips with Jazz Beyond Borders and DC jazz maven Hazel Mitchel-Bell as they take you on an educational journey. Vocalist Hazel Mitchell-Bell is one of Washington, D.C.’s first ladies of jazz. With highly praised 2018 album, Stronger than Ever, and Sack Full of Dreams set for release in 2021, she appears in festivals, concerts and clubs, enjoying one sellout after another. Working closely with pianist and Vince Evans, she performs in large and small ensembles, stoking the fires of the D.C. jazz scene. Cadence Magazine calls her voice: “fresh and compelling.” Making a Scene calls her “one of the most impressive vocalists to enter this incredibly competitive arena.” Since 1975, Paula Phillips has been one of Maryland’s most active women in arts and culture. As director of Jazz Beyond Borders, she works behind the scenes to present, promote and fund visual and performing arts. Dedicated to cultural diversity and artistic excellence, she has helped artists and arts organizations develop and thrive and established long running educational programs for adults, teens and children. She has been a writer, producer and segment host for radio, TV and cable news programs. Her radio interviews for the series “Voices of the Chesapeake Bay” appear in a 2008 book by the same name. She was nominated for an Annie Award in Anne Arundel County in the Lifetime Achievement category and received two National Association of Counties Awards for her work. Credits Beth Crisman – Executive Producer/Director, Montpelier Arts Center Sara Morgan – Assistant Director, Montpelier Arts Center Alan Ernstein – Technical Director, Montpelier Arts Center Kirk Walterick – Recording Engineer

18 MAR 2021 · Created by pianist Amy K. Bormet in 2011, Washington Women in Jazz celebrates the women of the DC jazz community. Enjoy this debut Jazzmont podcast production and learn about the passion, devotion, and talent these Women in Jazz possess. Credits Beth Crisman – Director, Montpelier Arts Center/Executive Producer Sara Morgan – Assistant Director, Montpelier Arts Center Alan Ernstein – Technical Director, Montpelier Arts Center Kirk Walterick – Recording Engineer