Episodes

  • Program #184: 5/17/89 Part V

    Program #184: 5/17/89 Part V
    Feb 4 2026
    Another set from May 17, 1989. The musicians are Jimmy Mazzy (banjo/vocals), Fred Lind (cornet), Paul Meymaris (clarinet), Michael Feldman (piano), John Kafalas (tuba), Stu Grover (drums), and Bill Payne (banjo/vocal). The selections are “Please Don’t Talk About Me When I’m Gone,” “Jelly Roll,” and “Oh, Baby.” Send questions or comments to podcast @ kafalas.com
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    20 mins
  • Jack Webb New Orleans Jazz Band, 1/3/04

    Jack Webb New Orleans Jazz Band, 1/3/04
    Jul 20 2025
    This month’s program is a special edition, featuring the Jack Webb New Orleans Jazz Band, from a performance in Sedona, AZ, on January 3, 2004. The musicians are Guy Senese (cornet/soprano sax/vocals), John Kafalas (trombone), Jack Frost (guitar/banjo), Lisa Frost (bass), and Dan Manson (drums). The selections are Indiana, Some of These Days, When the … Continue reading Jack Webb New Orleans Jazz Band, 1/3/04
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    39 mins
  • Program #183: 5/17/89 Part IV

    Program #183: 5/17/89 Part IV
    Apr 8 2025
    Continuing with the session from May 17, 1989 at Ephraim’s. The musicians in this program are Jimmy Mazzy on banjo and vocals, Fred Lind on cornet, Dr. Paul Meymaris on clarinet, myself John Kafalas on tuba, Bill Whitcraft on piano, and Stu Grover on drums, as well as guest Bill Payne on banjo and vocals. … Continue reading Program #183: 5/17/89 Part IV
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    20 mins
  • Program #182: 5/17/89 Part III

    Program #182: 5/17/89 Part III
    Dec 30 2024
    The third segment from May 17, 1989 at Ephraim’s. The musicians are Jimmy Mazzy (banjo/vocals), Fred Lind (cornet), Paul Meymaris (clarinet), John Kafalas (tuba), and Michael Feldman (piano). There’s also a vocal or two by Carrie Mazzy. The selections are Angry, Keep Smiling At Trouble, and a tune the name of which escapes me. Send … Continue reading Program #182: 5/17/89 Part III
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    19 mins
  • Program #181: 5/17/89 Part II

    Program #181: 5/17/89 Part II
    Dec 2 2024
    The second segment from May 17, 1989 at Ephraim’s, with Jimmy Mazzy (banjo/vocals), Fred Lind (cornet), Paul Meymaris (clarinet), John Kafalas (tuba), Don Frothingham and Bill Whitcraft (piano), Stu Grover (drums), and guest Bill Payne (banjo/vocals). The selections are Lonesome Road Blues, I’m Just Wild About Harry, and I’ll Be A Friend With Pleasure. Send … Continue reading Program #181: 5/17/89 Part II
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    20 mins
  • Program #180: 5/17/89 Part I

    Program #180: 5/17/89 Part I
    Oct 31 2024
    The first segment from May 17, 1989 at Ephraim’s, with Jimmy Mazzy (banjo/vocals), Fred Lind (cornet), Paul Meymaris (clarinet), Don Frothingham (piano), John Kafalas (tuba), and Stu Grover (drums). The selections are You’re the One Girl For Me, I’ve Got A Right To Sing the Blues, and I Would Do ‘Most Anything For You. Send … Continue reading Program #180: 5/17/89 Part I
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    19 mins
  • Program #179: 5/10/89 Part VII

    Program #179: 5/10/89 Part VII
    Sep 30 2024
    The 7th and last part of the session from May 10, 1989 at Ephraim’s, with Jimmy Mazzy (banjo/vocals), Fred Lind (cornet), Paul Meymaris (clarinet), John Kafalas (tuba) and Michael Feldman (piano), with a guest vocal by Carrie Mazzy. The selections are “Angry,” “Keep Smiling At Trouble,” and an up-tempo tune the title of which escapes … Continue reading Program #179: 5/10/89 Part VII
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    20 mins
  • Program #178: 5/10/89 Part VI

    Program #178: 5/10/89 Part VI
    Aug 31 2024
    The sixth portion of this session, with Jimmy Mazzy (banjo/vocals), Fred Lind (cornet), Paul Meymaris (clarinet), John Kafalas (tuba), and Don Frothingham (piano). The selections are “Ain’t Misbehavin’,” “Lonesome Road Blues,” and “You’re Lucky To Me.” Send questions or comments to podcast@kafalas.com.
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    19 mins