Jazz Therapy

Jazz Therapy
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I am a Depth-oriented, jazz-loving psychotherapist using jazz as a means to promote self-reflection, process current events, and to expand consciousness. Serving jazz lovers and those who want to learn about jazz! jazztherapy.substack.com

  1. SEP 21

    Jazz Singer Vivian Lee, The Power of Intention, and the vocals of Carmen McRae

    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

    1h 11m

  2. SEP 5

    Season 3 Episode 1 Premiere: Spiritual Director /Author Lori Jean, Embracing our Shadow Side, and Guitarist Pat Metheny

    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

    1h 18m

  3. AUG 7

    Season 2 Episode 11 (Season Finale!): Artist Cooper Salmon, A Worldwide Meditation for Artists, and the music of Guitarist Kenny Burrell

    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

    50 min

  4. JUL 17

    Season 2, Episode 10: Teacher Heidi Witter, A Celebration of Education, and Philly Joe Jones

    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

    1h 5m

  5. JUL 4

    Season 2 Episode 9: Realtor Dylan Anderson, Celebrating LGBTQia+, and the Legacy of Lena Horne

    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

    1 hr
  6. Season 2, Episode 8: Rigdzin, Jazz, and The Rainbow Body

    MAY 16

    Season 2, Episode 8: Rigdzin, Jazz, and The Rainbow Body

    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

    58 min

  7. APR 9

    Season 2, Episode 7: "Dr. Joe Gillman, Individuation, and the Music of Herbie Hancock"

    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

    48 min
  8. Season 2 Episode 6: How we bear and thrive amidst Uncertainty and the piano of Erroll Garner

    MAR 19

    Season 2 Episode 6: How we bear and thrive amidst Uncertainty and the piano of Erroll Garner

    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

    39 min
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I am a Depth-oriented, jazz-loving psychotherapist using jazz as a means to promote self-reflection, process current events, and to expand consciousness. Serving jazz lovers and those who want to learn about jazz! jazztherapy.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Jazz Therapy
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Jazz Therapy
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