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  1. Here's a quick update on KCSM Our GM Marilyn Lawrence (who is a jazz-lovin' genius) submitted our budget to our board last night--KCSM radio is safe from any movement, cuts, etc., for this next fiscal year as least and they are passionate about our plan on modifying our studio (performance space added) and getting live performance on the web site, etc., so, "The Demise" thread shall be tabled, eh? nice discussion all, Alisa
  2. PLEASE TAKE ALL OF THIS AS LIGHT-HEARTED. That's how it's intended, though the language doesn't always convey. I won't debate Facts, but I'll add a bit of clarification on my perspective. True, KUVO, KKJZ, WBGO and others do have some non-jazz programming. KCSM has a blues program. Sure, its a close kin... I can't say KKJZ's non-jazz material bothers me much, though KUVO's constant station promos...ouch. KEWU isn't 24 hours, nor is KNTU, WDNA, KPLU, KBCS, WIFU, but I'm glad to have them too. The "Aside from Parlocha's show" implies that this is the only syndicated/purchased programming. But, when last I checked, KCSM was also airing Jazz From Lincoln Center, Jazz Set, Piano Jazz, Jazz Profiles, and Big Band Jump. (What's up with the MC's voice on this last program?) My comments about your presentation and selection of music, Ms. Clancy, were NOT intended to be personal, except, I suppose, personal to me and my tastes. Frankly, I don't find vocals - jazz or otherwise - appealing. That doesn't mean that they should "go away", but sometimes I need to. Ms. Clancy has been on the air for a good, long while (especially for a 29-year old - take that as a comment about her enthusiasm). And, if I recall correctly (questionable), she was a College of San Mateo instructor for one of my old jazz history classes. I wish her and KCSM well. And I say sincerely: check her out. please call me alisa
  3. Thanks red Menace...will do, swing on
  4. Same here. I would hate to see it go. Guys, I have to weigh in here there's a lot of flotsom drifting around on this blog... Fact: KCSM is the ONLY 24/7 jazz station on terrestrial radio in the US. You may hear jazz on Kuvo, Kjzz, wbgo, and others but they also do traffic reports, npr news breaks, other music and arts programming-- Fact: Aside from Parlocha's show, which we gather from the satellite and run after hours, there are real live hot bodies pulling music and putting a show together for you for a particular day-part (that means that morning and afternoon commute, jazz oasis, blues, latin jazz, etc. are scheduled with particular ears in mind--spanning the whole of jazz) Fact: KCSM played over 34,000 individual sides last year alone--we are not pre-programmed or cookie-cutter stuff it's done the old-fashioned way...gee, with a little forethought and passion! what a concept, rather offensive radio don't you think? Fact: We have a duel mission, "To present the very best in jazz music" and "Informal Education' on jazz and it's related history-that's why you hear those scratchy old records of louis' hot 5's & 7's and red norvo, and teddy wilson and billie holiday, and all--IT'S IMPORTANT MUSIC and an invaluable history to pass on... And, with regard to the press were getting about dissolving--not gonna happen. We are having a fundraiser and a lot of pitching for $$ to make up the shortfall from the Spring drive. KCSM TV and Radio were asked by our Community College District to cut a million bucks and were doing that. We have the overwhelming support of our college board and the community-- It's inspiring! and just a final note about the morning programming--i can't do anything about the "giggle" fest uber alpha(somebody called) way that I am or talk (a bit sexist i thought when I read it, but that's just me) --but I invite you to the music, you WILL find something interesting, unique, laughable, cryable, provocative, crazy or beautiful. and please, don't dis me if you don't know me, i wouldn't do that to you... Alisa Clancy @ KCSM www.kcsm.org P.S. yes, Ron Pelletier is on the air every Wed night 10pm-2am
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