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In this episode, Jesse speaks with acclaimed drummer and Berkelee College of Music Alumni Brother Ruckus. Covering his life, they discuss his path to music, his spirituality and how it manifests through his music, and his passion for using his platform and privilege as an artist for political protest. Brother Ruckus and Jesse do a Metta (loving-kindness) meditation for Minneapolis and for immigrants. The two then listen to and reflect on the music of Brother Ruckus’s father, the late, great Ralph Peterson, who, in addition to carrying on the torch of the Jazz Messengers, was a famous drummer, teacher, composer, and bandleader. Come and join us-this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Find Brother Ruckus online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brother_ruckus/ Listen along with us! Links to the songs we listen to in this episode: “El Nino” “The Art of War” “Untitled-Ralph Peterson on Trumpet” www.jazztherapy.com May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse speaks with renowned jazz singer Vivian Lee about her intrepid career, being open to inspiration at all times, and what Carmen McRae teaches us about the power of lyrics. We learn about Vivian’s path to becoming a singer, the unexpected along the way, and how Carmen McRae embodies the power of intention through her vocal artistry. Songs we listen to in this episode: 1.“Perdido,” 1957 New Port Jazz Festival 2. “Round Midnight,” Montreal, 1988 and Her on Monk (Intro to Monk begins at 7;47 , Song begins at 10:37) 3. “Reaching for the Stars,” Billie Holiday song 32:00, Carmen and Dizzy G, 1088 www.jazztherapy.com Thank You for being here. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul ... everything I do, I choose very, very carefully, because if I don't like it, I can't make you like it. Carmen McRae This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In the Season 3 premiere, we kick off our Jesse talks to Spiritual Director/Depth psychology author Lori Jean about Jung’s concept of the shadow and how important it is to be able to embrace our shadow, and the downsides of the “Positive Psychology” movement. They then listen to jazz guitarist Pat Metheny, perfect for embracing and pondering our shadow sides. “The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.” ― Carl Gustav Jung “Knowing your own darkness is the best method for dealing with the darknesses of other people.” ― Carl Gustav Jung LISTEN along with us! Here are the songs we listen to in this Episode: * “Have You Heard?” * “The Moon Song,” Beyond the Missouri Sky (Short Stories), Charlie Haden and Pat Metheny, 1997 * “Last Train,” Pat Metheny Group, 2005? Where to find Lori Jean: www.solworkcreative.com https://substack.com/@lorijeancreative https://medium.com/@lorijeancreative Find Jazz Therapy online: www.jazztherapy.com May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse interviews artist Cooper Salmon, MFA. They talk about his passion for art and work as an artist with a visual disability, and then do a worldwide mediation for artists. They then listen to the music of legendary guitarist Kenny Burrell. Songs we listen to in this episode: * “Swingin,” Live the Five Spot Cafe, New York, NY, 1959 * “Mood Indigo,” 1990, Live at the Subway Club, Cologne, Germany * “Midnight Special,” Jimmy Smith and Kenny Burrell, Vienne, France 1990 (Song begins at 6:04) www.jazztherapy.com May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse interviews veteran teacher and marathon runner (and her sister!) Heidi Witter. Heidi shares how being an AA member changed her life, reflects on her spiritual path, and imparts life lessons, wisdom,, and her philosophy on life. Heidi and Jesse do a Loving-Kindness/Metta meditation for Educators all over the world. Finally, they listen to the music of legendary drummer Philly Joe Jones (himself a drum teacher at one point in his storied career!) Songs we listen to in this episode: 1. “Battery Blues,” from “Showcase,” Philly Joe Jones, 1959 2. “Blues for Dracula,” 1958 3. “Nardis,” The Bill Evans Trio, Umbria Jazz Festival, 1978 (Song begins at approximately 16:14) Connect with us! Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Find us on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive 1. Detector by Gospel of Mars 2. Channeling by Yuganaut 3. Vidala en Verde by Milton Arias 4. What a Day by Albert Berger 5. Maiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse interviews Realtor Dylan Anderson. We meditate and celebrate the LGBTQia+ community, and celebrate and listen to the music of singer, Civil Rights Activist and legend Lena Horne. Music we listen to in this Episode: 1. Stormy Weather 2. Something to Live For-14:12 3. Tony and Lena How to Find Realtor Dylan Anderson online: https://dranderson.windermereca.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@dylan.realestate?_t=ZT-8xiyIBXDtyB&_r=1 https://www.instagram.com/yourrealtordylan?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Connect with us! Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy TikTok: jazztherapy YouTube: @thejazztherapyjesse Find us on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive 1. Detector by Gospel of Mars 2. Channeling by Yuganaut 3. Vidala en Verde by Milton Arias 4. What a Day by Albert Berger 5. Maiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

Connect with us! Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Find us on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive * Detector by Gospel of Mars * Channeling by Yuganaut * Vidala en Verde by Milton Arias * What a Day by Albert Berger * Maiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club Edited by Anarcovision This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse talks with renowned pianist and educator and restauranteur Dr. Joe Gillman, about his calling to music, spirituality, jazz, and the path of Individuation, or becoming one's own authentic Self. Through the music of Herbie Hancock, Jesse and Dr. Joe dive deep into this process, and explore why Herbie Hancock, an elder statesman and Bodhisattva, is the epitome of an artist who embodies authenticity on his journey of Individuation. 1. "Driftin": 2. "Maiden Voyage": 3. "I Have a Dream": Joe Gilman’s Twin Lotus Thai: https://www.twinlotusthai.com/ Connect with us! Website: https://jazztherapy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejazztherapy/ Tiktok: jazztherapy Find our podcast on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul Music in the intro and outro of this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive 1. Detector by Gospel of Mars 2. Maiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club Edited by Sage Salmon Media This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse reflects on the growing global uncertainty, her own personal uncertainty, from a Depth-oriented psychological perspective. We talk about how we can care for these states of being, and we mediate. Finally, we listen to the singular piano sound of Erroll Garner, a true original. Connect with us! Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Find us on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive * Detector by Gospel of Mars * Channeling by Yuganaut * Vidala en Verde by Milton Arias * What a Day by Albert Berger * Maiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this Special Edition: “Album Therapy” episode, Jesse and the audience listen Mary Lou Williams’s visionary album “Black Christ of the Andes,” honoring San Martin de Porres, the first Black saint in the America’s. Come along for great commentary as we immerse our souls in this creative, dynamic work. Connect with us🎷 Website: https://jazztherapy.com/ Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Find us on all streaming platforms now | May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse talks about how we can break bad habits from neuroscientific, psychological, and spiritual perspectives. We do a visualization for breaking our bad habits, and are soothed by the piano of Phinneas Newborn Jr. Connect with us: Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive Detector by Gospel of MarsChanneling by YuganautVidala en Verde by Milton AriasWhat a Day by Albert BergerMaiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club Find us on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this episode, Jesse processes her feelings about the election. She explores the “power of one,” the idea that one person can change a group and the world. We turn to the jazz of Clifford Brown, an artist who exemplified “the power of one” by his elegant genius. Connect with us! Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive Detector by Gospel of MarsChanneling by YuganautVidala en Verde by Milton AriasWhat a Day by Albert BergerMaiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club Find us on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In this in this episode, Jesse talks about having preconceived, notions and assumptions, and how she’s been wrong about some things recently. She talks about bringing mindfulness and compassion when we realize we are wrong and how this can help us. Finally, we are so with the beauty of the music of Sidney Bechet. Connect with us! Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Find us on all streaming platforms now. Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive Detector by Gospel of MarsChanneling by YuganautVidala en Verde by Milton AriasWhat a Day by Albert BergerMaiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

Welcome back, Jazz Lovers, to the premiere of Season 2! In this episode, Jesse talks about the Buddhist concept of the "monkey mind," how she struggles, and ways we can calm the mind. Finally, we take in the beautiful sounds of Ahmad Jamal (perfect for soothing the monkey mind) Come along and join us! Connect with us! Website: jazztherapy.com Instagram: thejazztherapy Tiktok: jazztherapy Youtube: @thejazztherapyjesse Music in this episode is brought to you by the Free Music Archive Detector by Gospel of MarsChanneling by Yuganaut Vidala en Verde by Milton AriasWhat a Day by Albert Berger Maiden Voyage by Jazz at Mladost Club Find us on all streaming platforms now. May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com

In Episode 10, also our Season 1 Finale, Jesse talks about the Japanese concept of "Forest Bathing," how nature is so therapeutic for all of us, and how we can call get outdoors more often. Then, we discuss and listen to the works of bass clarinetist, alto saxist, and flautist Eric Dolphy, a musical jazz genius who was deeply inspired by the birds and nature himself. Here are the links for the songs in this episode 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wui2CUV0PRM&t=1066s 2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CWCdcA9SUfM&t=2203s 3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03NX_EjGijM&t=3s The clip from an interview I mention with Eric Dolphy: https://youtu.be/LwaH3-xcFpg?si=QGg5RskFSNS2P_2S The documentary on Eric Dolphy I mention, "Full Date" : https://youtu.be/cyYGwJWvL_Q?si=NF5SJ00WAh8bwZg_ May Jazz Therapy Soothe Your Soul jazztherapy.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jazztherapy.substack.com