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We are Rochester's Jazz Station - Member Supported Jazz90.1 in Rochester, New York.

Jazz90.1 is Rochester’s home for real jazz. We broadcast 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 90.1 FM, and over the Internet. (Listen now!) We play more hours of live, lo
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Donate $150 or more today only, and we'll send you to see Samara Joy TOMORROW NIGHT at The Smith Opera House. You must CALL 585-966-5299 to take advantage of this deal. 🎤
October 6, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Thursday night - join us as we kick off another amazing community jazz concert series at Greece Baptist Church.

Series newcomer Joey Stempien and his big band will perform at 7 p.m.

Admission is FREE, however donations are appreciated.

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October 5, 2026 at 10:41 PM
When you need the kind of music to finish your day just tune into Jazz Horizons tonight from 10-midnight with Matt White. You’ll hear great jazz to unwind with. Jazz901.org
October 5, 2026 at 8:45 PM
We have some really cool gifts that could be yours when you support Jazz90.1 with a donation.

Whether it's a hoodie to keep your warm this winter, or a classy coffee cup - we want to say THANK YOU!

We hope to hear from you today.

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October 5, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Check out the latest blog from Station Manager Rob Linton.

It's pledge season!

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October 5, 2026 at 1:32 PM
Jazz90.1's fall pledge drive begins today!

Please support us with a donation of any amount, to ensure we remain on the air and streaming online. We have great thank you gifts available, too.

We hope to hear from you today.

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October 5, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Tonite, it's a Relentless Groove Edition of the Soul Jazz Spectrum, with non-stop Azimuth, Sivuca, Richard Evans, Jeff Sturges, Charles Owens, Greyboy, Funk Inc, Sly, Aretha and more. Funk and soul at 9 pm ET with Chuck Ingersoll.

Photo credit:
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October 4, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Rising Blues star Marcus King leads a diverse Jazz and Blues Spectrum with Jeff Kashiwa, Buddy Guy, The Texas Horns, Jeff Healey, Son Seals, and more. Tonight from 7:00-9:00 on Jazz90.1, @Jazz901.org, on our free mobile app, or your smart speaker. (Photo: Tim Mosenfelder)
October 4, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Join Big Road Blues this Sunday @ 5 as we explore the intersection of jazz & blues, spotlighting Louis Armstrong & King Oliver. In the 20s both backed several blues singers like Bessie Smith, Sippie Wallace, Trixie Smith, Clara Smith, Texas Alexander, Bertha Hill among others.
October 4, 2026 at 5:15 PM
We're going to Hollywood for this week's "Two on the Aisle" and playing songs from musicals about the film industry. You'll hear songs from SUNSET BOULEVARD, NINE, BOOP!, CITY OF ANGELS, and more!
October 4, 2026 at 3:58 PM
Tomorrow morning Wake up to great jazz. Tune in to Sunday Sunrise with Matt White from 7-8am where you’ll hear the right tunes to start your day. Grab your coffee, put your feet up and ease into the day.
October 3, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Looking to brighten your day? Join Matt White from 4 - 6pm today for two hours of great jazz on Jazz 90.1 FM. Tune in and enjoy the music.
October 3, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Fun Fact: The expression "Party Time" comes from the ancient Greek word meaning "Tune in to This Is Ska Jazz Friday at 8pm." Join your host Charles Benoit for more curiously spurious etymology and a full hour of real ska jazz from across the decades and around the globe.
October 2, 2026 at 8:45 PM
Big Band Classics has bushels of music, ready to go! Woody Herman, Benny Goodman, and Anita O'Day will be some of the artists serving up the tasty treats. Join us, Friday at 6:00p, on Jazz 90.1fm, and streaming on jazz901.org.
October 2, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Meet Chloe - our latest featured Jazz90.1 GRASP #JazzPet.

Chloe loves interacting with people, though she prefers to initiate contact. She will climb onto your lap whenever you sit down and endearingly bop your chin or nose with hers.

Mention Jazz90.1 - and adopt her for just $100!
October 2, 2026 at 1:56 AM
Nate Jones' "Jazz Wavelengths" program blends bop, jazz-funk, and jazz hip-hop tonight with Ben Webster, Eddie Harris, Hiatus Kaiyote and more. The action starts at 10pm, only on Jazz90.1.

(Photo Credit: Reprise Records)
October 1, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Tonight on Steve Pearl's Jazz Odyssey Jeff Harris joins Steve on a wild ride of musical styles & artists from the 50’s –the 80’s including Gene Ammons, Wes Mongomery, Sonny Stitt, Art Pepper, Eric Dolphy, Ahmad Jamal & the “Mystery Jazz Musician” Album Cover photo Don Schlitten
October 1, 2026 at 9:39 PM
The presents the new "Innovation Jazz Series," a seven-concert series that brings the energy, artistry, and excitement of the annual June Festival to Rochester audiences throughout the year. Concerts take place at The Theater at Innovation Square, and tickets are on sale now!
October 1, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Save the dates!

The Greece Central Jazz Radio Hour returns this month for the 2026-27 school year. Tune in to hear Athena High School jazz students talkin' about jazz, and playin' jazz live on the air, too. 👨🏻‍🏫

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October 1, 2026 at 4:38 PM
The City of Rochester ROC HOLIDAY VILLAGE, presented by ESL, is counting down the days, and they can’t wait to welcome you back for their eighth season of free winter fun in downtown Rochester!

Jazz90.1 is a proud media partner of this annual holiday tradition.

Learn more: rocholidayvillage.com
September 30, 2026 at 11:26 PM
You can enjoy the sounds of Stevie Wonder, Bonnie Raitt, Lisa Stansfield, The Rippingtons, Ray Charles and Al Jarreau. It’s all on Smooth Grooves tonight at 9:00 with Rankin Shaver on Jazz90.1.
September 30, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Tonight on Jazz@Eastman - Past, Present & Future - we feature trumpeter Mike Cottone, and his 2019 recording "Thank You."

Hear the show at 8 p.m. on Jazz90.1.
September 30, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Join Scott Ferris at 6:00 p.m. tonight as he closes out September with music from Kermit Ruffins, Babatunde Lea, Max Roach, Buddy Rich, Cory Weeds and a slew of brand new music hitting the jazz scene much more. (Photo: Derek Bridges)
September 30, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Jazz90.1 was honored today by the New York State Broadcasters Association with a “Serving New York” Award for our work with Greece Residents Assisting Stray Pets (GRASP.)

Jazz90.1's Rob Linton and Derrick Lucas accepted the award at the annual luncheon.
September 30, 2026 at 2:43 AM
Tickets are on sale now for our Smooth Jazz Holiday bash - featuring Deepak Thettu and Judah Sealy - on Saturday December 12.

Enjoy a festive evening of smooth holiday music, performed by Rochester jazz all-stars.

Tickets are on sale now - at a discounted rate through 10/31.

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September 30, 2026 at 1:59 AM