The great saxophonist Joe Lovano has been one of the leading forces in jazz for nearly three decades. Joe's father, Tony, also a mighty sax player taught young Joe about John Coltrane and his recordings. On this episode, Joe shares his discovering of Coltrane.

Tracks used in this episode:

• "Summertime"
• “Syeeda's Song Flute”
• “Dahomey Dance”
• “Liberia”
• "Harmonique"

On this episode, Joe breaks down the classic Coltrane composition "Moment's Notice" from the album Blue Train.

Tracks used in this episode:

• "Moment's Notice"

Musician and educator Lewis Porter is one of the real authorities when it comes to John Coltrane.  Having written the definitive bio on the famous saxophonist (John Coltrane-His Life and Music), Lewis' vast knowledge balances both the music and human sides of Trane in great detail.  On this episode, Lewis highlights the early part of Trane's recording career on the Prestige label.

Tracks used in this episode:

• "Lush Life"
• “Little Melonae”
• “While My Lady Sleeps”
• “Bahia”
• "Good Bait"

Pianist Steve Kuhn had the great fortune to play with John Coltrane in 1960.  On this episode, Steve shares that story and further discusses the sax master's music.

Tracks used in this episode:

• "The Theme" Miles Davis Quintet
• “Like Sonny”
• “I'll Wait and Pray”
• “Countdown”
• "I Want To Talk About You"

Trumpeter Charles Tolliver shares his very personal story about John Coltrane - the man and his music.

Tracks used in this episode:

• "'Round About Midnight"
• “Giant Steps”
• “Chasin' The Trane”
• "Acknowledgement”
• "Naima"
• "Epistrophy"
• "India"
• "Tune Up/When Lights Are Low"

Ashley Kahn brilliantly breaks down the Trane classic "A Love Supreme."

Tracks used in this episode:

• "A Love Supreme"

Anton Fig talks Elvin Jones and drumming on the classic "A Love Supreme."

Tracks used in this episode:

• "A Love Supreme"

Dave Schroeder fondly discusses the beauty "Lush Life" from the Johnny Hartman/John Coltrane album.

Tracks used in this episode:

• "Lush Life"

Saxophonist Lenny Pickett breaks down his favorite Coltrane track "Expression."

Tracks used on this episode:

• "Expression"

Pianist Jason Moran is one of the most prolific musicians on the scene today.  Jason’s recordings provide a refreshing and dynamic window into new creative musical environments.  On this episode, pianist Jason shares his introduction to Trane and more.

Tracks used in this episode:

"Trinkle Tinkle"
"Nutty"
"Giant Steps
"Countdown"
"One Down, One Up"