KUTX, WXXI, WXPR, and WUWF – public radio stations across genres and in different parts of the country – explored bold, new ways to showcase live music throughout 2020 and 2021.
NoteWorthy concerts pair gifted Black and brown artists from Charlotte’s music scene with classically trained musicians. The partnership looks to increase the number of cross-genre collaborations for Charlotte’s music scene while encouraging a more inclusive audience.
While stations had to rework plans in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s tribute ultimately had a deeper meaning for stations, DJs, artists, and listeners across the country.
From coast to coast, and everywhere in between, the full range of America’s jazz heritage is drawing big audiences and giving the format a place to grow and transform.