Eric Jackson's Jazz Tribute to Martin Luther King is on WGBH Radio on Monday, January 16

Eric Jackson, host of one of the region's most popular jazz radio shows,  is paying his annual tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 16, 2012, from 8:00 p.m..to midnight on 89.7 WGBH radio

The tribute combines a variety of King's speeches and interviews alongside jazz from that era.  You can listen to the Martin Luther King tribute online 

In May 2011 Jackson celebrated 30 years as one of the region's most popular and influential jazz radio hosts. Follow Eric on Facebook.

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Ron Della Chiesa Hosts Al Vega Tribute at Scullers Jazz Club on Tuesday, January 17

A musical tribute to the late jazz pianist Al Vega is taking place at Scullers Jazz Club on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.  Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online.

Hosting the show is radio personality Ron Della Chiesa, the voice of the BSO and host of Strictly Sinatra and Music America.  He'll have copies of his book, Radio My Way on hand.

Also, Dr. Leonard Brown, jazz musician, teacher and scholar, will be on hand to sell copies of his book, Boston's Jazz Legend: The Al Vega Story.

For a schedule of upcoming performances at Scullers Jazz Club, click here.

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Live Jazz at the Blue Rock Restaurant & Bar in Shelburne Falls on January 13

The Blue Rock Restaurant & Bar in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts has live jazz every Friday night from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

On Friday, January 13, 2012, featured artist include saxophonist Rick Tutunjian, pianist Joe Green and bassist Mark Dunlap.

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Jazz Radio Programs in Massachusetts 2012

MassJazz.com has compiled a list of NPR stations, college jazz programs, and independent radio stations, from Boston to Amherst and from Cape Cod to the North Shore.  To view the radio stations across the Bay State, click here. 

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The Gwenn Vivian Predicament Performs at the Acton Jazz Club on Thursday, January 12

Jazz vocalist Gwenn Vivian is performing with her band at the Acton Jazz Club in Acton Massachusetts on Thursday, January 12, 2012 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.   Tickets are $5.

Vivian, owner of the Acton Jazz Club, is joined by Molly Flannery on piano, Miki Matsuki on drums, and Larry Roland on bass.

For a full schedule of upcoming performances at Acton Jazz Club, considered one of the finest small jazz clubs in Massachusetts, click here.

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Singer Songwriter Josh Logan Performs at Boston's BOND Lounge on Wednesday, January 11

Soulful vocalist Josh Logan and his band performs at the BOND Lounge | Restaurant at the Boston Langham Hotel on Wednesday, January 11, 2012,  from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

The singer/songwriter writer from New Hampshire has blended a unique sound of soul/blues/pop/rock that has won him fans across the country.

The BOND Jazz Experiment highlights emerging artists and accomplished performers covering the jazz spectrum, including classic jazz from the American Songbook, rhythm and blues and funk.  BOND  is open seven days a week, offering gourmet sandwiches for lunch, afternoon tea, and global cuisine for dinner, plus an extensive wine list and distinctive cocktails. A special jazz menu is available on Wednesdays. For reservations call 617 956-8765.

For a full schedule of artists this winter, click here.

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Greek and Cuban Jazz Masters Perform at Scullers Jazz Club on Wednesday, January 11

Two masters on their instruments - guitarist Spiros Exaras and pianist Elio Villafranca - are performing together in concert at Scullers Jazz Club in Boston on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online or at the door.

Exaras, from Greece, is a versatile guitarist who studied classical music and composition at Athens Conservatory, before branching out into jazz as well as a variety of movie and theater soundtracks.

Villafranca is from western Cuba and is one of the country's foremost jazz pianists and composers.  In 2010 he was nominated for a Grammy for Best Traditional World Music Album.

For a schedule of upcoming performances at Scullers Jazz Club, click here.

For year round information on jazz concerts, night clubs, radio stations and campus events in Massachusetts, visit MassJazz.com.

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