Trevor Smith

Trevor joined the WBGO Development Department in April of 2017 and currently handles grant writing and institutional giving initiatives as the Coordinator of Corporate and Foundation Relations.

Since graduating from Berklee College of Music in 2011, Trevor has worked extensively in the jazz community in fundraising, events, and artist management capacities.

In his spare time, Trevor enjoys photography, traveling, and writing songs.

George Benson on success, critics and staying true to himself

Sarah Geledi

Vocalist, guitarist and jazz icon George Benson joins Christian McBride for a conversation about his early years on the jazz scene, fame and his new “lost” album.
McLean's Scene: How Jackie McLean made Hartford a destination for jazz

Trevor Smith

At a time when jazz was not widely seen in higher education, the alto saxophonist brought the wisdom learned on the bandstand to the classroom.
Pianist Christian Sands shares his 'Christmas Stories' for the holidays

Trevor Smith

Pianist Christian Sands shares music from his new record, Christmas Stories. We'll hear tales of his childhood in snowy Connecticut, the ultimate Christmas party music and an exclusive song.
Bassist Jamaaladeen Tacuma reflects on his journey down a 'Dirt Road' in N. Carolina

Trevor Smith

Hear music and field recordings from bassist, composer, and fashion icon Jamaaladeen Tacuma's residency in North Carolina, where he explores his familial and musical roots.
The sunshine of guitarist Cory Wong

Trevor Smith

Hear a funky set from guitarist Cory Wong and the Wongnotes from the main stage of the Newport Jazz Festival, plus stories from Cory about his past, process and the evolution of the Minneapolis Sound.
Music & The Arts

Bobby McFerrin reflects on going from the hotel bar to prescribing 'medicine music'

Nate Chinen

Host Christian McBride talks with vocalist and 2020 NEA Jazz Master Bobby McFerrin. We'll hear tracks from his vast catalog, stories from his illustrious career, and an impromptu jam with Christian.