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Jazz Encounters presents Allen Paul

With endless variety, a love for genre-crossing arrangements, and a spirit of connecting audiences with the moment, pianist and composer Allen C. Paul brings a feeling of joy and wonder into every performance.

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New programming Sundays 3pm–4pm

We're excited to announce The Grateful Dead Hour with David Gans, now on WDNA. This is the only authorized weekly program of Grateful Dead music. Produced under exclusive license from Grateful Dead Productions, the program regularly features gems from the Dead’s inexhaustible stash of concert tapes (going back to 1966).

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Thank you for investing in WDNA!

Although we received a generous amount of support, much more is needed to offset the recent government funding cuts. Join the WDNA family so we can continue our mission of providing South Florida and the world with quality independent music, news and culture. No algorithms, no corporate playlists, just real music experts hosting incredible programs for you. It's not too late to give!

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WDNA Early bird for Spring Membership Drive ‘Jazz Reborn’ – April 30th – May 2nd, 2025 | WDNA 88.9FM

Support WDNA's Spring Pledge Drive | May 3rd - May 10th

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Album of the Week – Rachel Therrien – Mi Hogar

Rachel Therrien Latin Jazz Project - Mi Hogar From the very first notes of Rachel Therrien’s latest album, Mi Hogar, (out February 10, 2023 via Outside in Music) listeners know they are in for a multifaceted sonic treat. An impressive showcase of the Canadian-born bandleader’s range, Mi Hogar marks the first outing of Therrien’s newly assembled Latin Jazz Project, an ambitious document of her work with expert musicians of the genre from New York City, Canada, Cuba, Puerto Rico and […]

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Album of the Week – Russ Speigel – Caribbean Blue

Russ Speigel – Caribbean Blue Ruzztone MusicPleasant music with ample color and variety—that’s an apt description of Caribbean Blue, the latest album from California-bred, Florida-based guitarist Russ Spiegel, who has surrounded himself with world-class musicians and given them rein to canvas ten of his generally engaging compositions and bring them admirably to life.While everything on offer is respectable, it is the album’s midsection—tracks 3-8—that rise above the others and lend the session much of its vitality and charm. After harmonica virtuoso Hendrik Meurkens enriches […]

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