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Capital Acts: Creative Discussions Episode #4: With Ken Avis and Charlie Byrd

Podcast #4: Ken Avis and Charlie Byrd: The making of two guitarists and the birth of bossa nova. In this episode host Stephen Moore sits down with acclaimed jazz guitarist and music historian Ken Avis for an illuminating conversation about his musical evolution, including his award- winning work with vocalist and creative partner Lynn Veronneau. Avis reflects on his influences and musical choices that led him into global jazz and innovation. The second half of the episode features never-before-heard excerpts from Moore’s 1984 conversation (Part one) with legendary guitarist Charlie Byrd, recorded during the era when Byrd was still actively shaping Washington DC’s jazz identity. Both Avis and Byrd describe the groundbreaking “Desifinado” sessions that helped introduce bossa nova to American audiences. A must-listen for lovers of jazz guitar and horn, DC music history, and the timeless artistry of musicians who shape the sound of American music.