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“The World of Jazz” is heard on WBAI Radio 99.5 FM New York City every second Monday of the month from 9PM-11PM. The format of the program follows the path of music that champion jazz-an American art form from its roots in Africa to the routes the music takes as its creators are disseminated through the globe.  Keenly aware that the art form known as jazz has been divided into may categories the world of Jazz seeks to bring full circle the myriad of influences the original music has incurred.

The WBAI radio format provides us with a platform to play various Jazz styles from around the world.  Our mandate focuses our program on being informative by combining both established and new music In addition we present   interviews with the musicians of this emerging worldwide art form.  Join us monthly and expand your musical horizon.

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Program Host

For more information about our program host Dwight Brewster Click Here!

Pure Jazz Magazine

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  • Track Listing

    View the list of songs played on each show

  • Featured Guests

    View a list of our guests who have appeared on the show by date.

  • Society & Culture

    Varous events where World Jazz is performed.