McPartland, Marian. – Pacifica Radio Archives

McPartland plays herself (Part 2 only)

This episode of “A delicate balance” features host, jazz pianist Marian McPartland (1918-2013), playing her own records and several where she accompanied on piano, including Jimmy Rowles, Dave McKenna, Herman Chittison, Alec Wilder, and a four piano album with Hank Jones, Roland Hanna, and Dick Hymen. The Archives has part two only.

August 24, 2025

Mabel Mercer / hosted by Marian McPartland. (Part 2 of 2)

Cabaret singer Mabel Mercer (1900-1984) talks with Marion McPartland about her career and sings the songs of Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hart, and others.

August 24, 2025

Mary Lou Williams retrospective / hosted by Marian McPartland. (Part 2 of 2)

Jazz music and reminiscences selected and presented by Marian McPartland. This week, a Mary Lou Williams retrospective.

August 24, 2025

Teddi King / hosted by Marian McPartland. (Part 2 of 2)

Singer Teddi King discusses his life and career.

August 24, 2025

Mary Lou Williams retrospective / hosted by Marian McPartland

Host Marian McPartland interviews and plays selection of music by jazz musician Mary Lou Williams (1910-1981).

August 24, 2025

Teddi King interviewed by Marian McPartland

Host Marian McPartland interviews and plays selection of music by jazz singer Teddi King (1929 – 1977).

August 24, 2025

Rex Reed / hosted by Marian McPartland.

Discussion of jazz and music in general.

August 24, 2025

Mabel Mercer interviewed by Marian McPartland

Mabel Mercer (1900-1984), Black British cabaret singer, talks with Marion McPartland about her career and the songs of Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hart, and others. Marion McPartland plays examples of her work throughout the program.

August 24, 2025

Whitney Balliett / hosted by Marian McPartland.

Jazz writer discusses music and his career.

August 24, 2025