World-renowned jazz musician Hermon Mehari is bringing his voice and record collection to Kansas City airwaves in the form of KCUR s new music show, The Session With Hermon Mehari.
Though the award-winning trumpeter currently resides in Paris, Mehari’s Kansas City roots have called him back starting Saturday, March 13 at 7 p.m. on KCUR 89.3.
The Session With Hermon Mehari is an hour-long radio show featuring jazz, hip-hop, soul, R&B and more. In The Session, Mehari explores the musical roots of the African diaspora with a curated playlist, dipping into all aspects of Black culture, including modern hip-hop.
“KCUR has a long history of locally produced and hosted music programs like The Fish Fry, Night Tides and Cyprus Avenue,” says KCUR’s Program Director Ron Jones. “These programs have resonated with thousands of listeners. After a week of news, listeners are seeking ways to unwind.”
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Hermon Mehari, world-renowned jazz musician from the Kansas City area, brings his voice and record collection to the Kansas City airwaves in The Session with Hermon Mehari. This weekly, hour-long music show features jazz, hip-hop, soul, R&B and beyond. In each episode, Hermon explores the musical roots of the African diaspora with a curated playlist of songs that influence and inspire him. Tune in Saturdays at 7 p.m. for The Session where jazz fans feel at home, and the jazz curious feel invited.