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ABOUT US Simply put, KCSM Jazz 91.1 is one of the world’s most significant jazz institutions. A 24/7 public radio station with an all-jazz format, KCSM is based in San Mateo, California, but heard throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. We reach over 200,000 listeners per week over the air and stream our programs worldwide via kcsm.org. Our vision is to be the first choice in jazz radio. With over 40 years of broadcast experience, the Jazz 91 team drills deeply into each and every facet of jazz, creating unique programs unavailable elsewhere. We have an extensive library of over 200,000 recordings, the world’s third-largest jazz collection. KCSM airs more than 35,000 songs each year, giving listeners broad exposure to the great jazz musicians of past, present and future. Jazz is universally recognized as “America’s classical music” — an indigenous cultural gift that influences musicians in all genres and thrills fans worldwide. While jazz’s roots exist in several American cities, the Bay Area has emerged as the leading modern home of jazz in the western U.S., incubating world-class talent. KCSM is an integral element of the northern California jazz ecosystem, along with the Monterey Jazz Festival, SFJAZZ Center, Stanford Jazz Workshop, California Jazz Conservatory, San Jose Jazz Festival, Yoshi’s and others. Unlike much of today’s radio, which is pre-programmed using computer algorithms, KCSM offers a real community service presented each day by live announcers. At Jazz 91, we take an approach to programming that is as improvisational as jazz itself. Every show reflects the host’s personal relationship with the music. As a result, KCSM exposes listeners to entirely different aspects of jazz from hour to hour. Our on-air talent has the freedom to create their own playlists, with a broad palette of classic and contemporary cuts, and share their knowledge of this vital art form. Each announcer pushes the envelope, creating a dynamic station that offers fresh sounds throughout the day and week. We see this eclectic heart as a true reflection of our jazz heritage.
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Jazz in the Afternoon — with Jesse “Chuy” Varela, Melanie Berzon or Dick Conte Expert programming from jazz experts. Jazz in the Afternoon — withtrue Jesse “Chuy” Varela, Melanie Berzon or Dick Conte Expert programming from true jazz experts. The Jazz Gallery — with Ron Pelletier The masterpieces of jazz legends, past and present. The Jazz Gallery — with Ron Pelletier The masterpieces of jazz Burman legends, past and present. Just Jazz — with Michael
A unique take on jazz for your Saturday nights. Just Jazz — with Michael Burman A unique take on jazz for your Saturday nights.
Jazz Night in America — with Christian McBride Produced by NPR, featuring fresh storytelling with Jazz Night in America — with Christian McBride concert performances. Produced by NPR, featuring fresh storytelling with concert performances.
The Jazz Oasis — with Jayne Sanchez, Greg Bridges, Kathleen Lawton or Michael Burman Greg Bridges, The Jazz Oasis — with Jayne Sanchez, Chill out, kick back, de-stress and enjoy relaxing Kathleen Lawton or Michael Burman classics. Chill out, kick back, de-stress and enjoy relaxing classics.
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JAZZ ON THE HILL KCSM’s annual celebration of live jazz, Jazz On The Hill, takes place the first Saturday each June on the beautiful campus of the College of San Mateo. Performers include a mix of the best national and local jazz talent, including youth ensembles from a variety of Bay Area schools. KCSM supporters and sponsors underwrite the cost of this beloved community gathering, for which admission is free and all are welcome.
SUPPORT KCSM KCSM is a public radio station and we can only operate with the generous support of our listeners. In fact, over 75% of KCSM funding comes from individual contributors like you. There are many ways in which you can help preserve, enhance and share this unique, expansive music! • Pledge Drives — Contribute during one of our three annual on-air pledge drives • Monthly Sustainer Gift — Provide a regular and predictable source of revenue for your jazz station • Leadership Circle Gifts — Our Leadership level givers are visionary partners for KCSM • Estate Planning — Continue a lasting jazz legacy by making KCSM a beneficiary in your will or trust • Car Donation — Our partnership with Car Talk Vehicle Donation Services makes it easy • In-Kind Donations — From meals for our volunteers to old jazz memorabilia • Volunteer — KCSM offers lots of opportunities to make a difference • Underwriting — Sponsor KCSM with a schedule of on-air announcements
Please contact us to discuss how you can get involved — and help support America’s indigenous art form! KCSM Jazz 91.1 • kcsm.org 650.574.6586 1700 West Hillsdale Blvd., Bldg. 9 San Mateo, CA 94402 Copyright ©2015 SMCCCD San Mateo County Community College District All rights reserved.