JAZZ TONIGHT

Welcome to Jazz Tonight – a KCAT original series. Host Michael Jacobi shares laughs and stories during his exclusive interviews with the jazz musicians performing at the iconic "Jazz On The Plazz" in Los Gatos.

JAZZ TONIGHT FEATURING PAULA WEST

Host Michael Jacobi and Paula West have known each other for over 25 years; hence, they share some fabulous stories about performing during covid

JAZZ TONIGHT FEATURING SVETLANA

Host Michael Jacobi chats with Svetlana, who shares her story about growing up in Russia and why jazz has been such an important part of her life.

JAZZ TONIGHT FEATURING BENNY BENACK

Join host Michael Jacobi and trumpeter, vocalist, composer, Benny Benack as they share stories before his evening performance at Jazz on the Plazz.

JAZZ TONIGHT FEATURING TONY LINDSAY

Tony Lindsay, 11-time Grammy winner, is thrilled to be back in Los Gatos closing the show at Jazz on the Plazz for the 10th year. Jazz Tonight host Michael Jacobi sits with Tony at the KCAT TV studio for a behind-the-scenes interview about the variety of projects his band, Soul Soldiers, have been working on this year. The 25-year lead vocalist for Santana and leader of the popular group Spangalang, shares many laughs and stories in this half hour.

JAZZ TONIGHT FEATURING SAMMY MILLER

A native of Los Angeles, Juilliard trained-Grammy® nominated drummer Sammy Miller has playing the drums since he was 5-years old. Before his performance at Jazz on the Plazz in Los Gatos, Sammy sat with host Michael Jacobi and shared his story about how his passion for jazz music took him to New York where he met other great musicians and ultimately formed his band, The Congregation.

JAZZ TONIGHT FEATURING MARCIA BALL

Pianist, songwriter, and vocalist Marcia Ball joins host Jazz Tonight host Michael Jacobi for a chat about her 50-year career, her hometown of New Orleans and upcoming performances.