Let the Good Times Roll: Dave Loeb on UNLV Jazz, Musical Journey, and Award-Winning Success

10/20/24 • 30 min

Donny Thompson hosts the JOI of Jazz, featuring UNLV Division of Jazz and Commercial Music Director Dave Loeb. Loeb shares his musical journey, from early piano lessons to performing with the Glenn Miller Band and Eastman School of Music. The program highlights the UNLV Jazz Ensemble's new album "Let the Good Times Roll," featuring tracks like "Let the Good Times Roll", "Chinoiserie", and "Emily". Loeb discusses the success of the UNLV Jazz Program, with 50 Downbeat awards, and the support from the Joe Williams Everyday Foundation and Friends of UNLV Jazz. The album is available on various platforms, and listeners are encouraged to support the program.

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