Rabbit Hole Sessions with Abe Ovadia Podcast
1) EPISODE 170 - Hal Galper
Hal Galper, born in Salem, Massachusetts, began his musical journey studying classical piano before shifting to jazz at Berklee College of Music in the mid-1950s. Immersing himself in the Boston jazz ...Show More
2) EPISODE 169 - Joe Strasser
Joe Strasser is a one-of-a-kind jazz drummer known for his distinctive sound, deep musicality, and rock-solid time. A cornerstone of the New York City jazz scene, Strasser’s playing can be heard on st...Show More
3) EPISODE 168 - Pat Bianchi
Pat Bianchi is a Grammy-nominated jazz organist known for pushing the boundaries of the Hammond B-3 while honoring its rich tradition. Mentored by legends Dr. Lonnie Smith and Joey DeFrancesco, Bianch...Show More
4) EPISODE 167 - Grant Stewart
Grant Stewart, a Toronto-born tenor saxophonist, moved to New York City in the 1990s, studying with jazz masters like Donald Byrd and Barry Harris. Known for his powerful sound and deep command of the...Show More
5) EPISODE 166 - David Gibson
Today on the podcast, I’m joined by trombonist, composer, and educator David Gibson. A driving force on the New York jazz scene, David has performed with legends like Slide Hampton, Roy Hargrove, and ...Show More
6) EPISODE 165 - Andrew Kushnir
Today on the podcast, I’m joined by drummer Andrew Kushnir. Originally from Montreal, Andrew discovered the drums at age 17 and quickly immersed himself in the city’s jazz scene. After studying at Ber...Show More
7) EPISODE 164 - Ryan Devlin
Today on the podcast, I’m joined by saxophonist and educator Ryan Devlin. A Florida native, Ryan grew up immersed in music, learning from his father Scott Devlin, leader of the Walt Disney World Sax Q...Show More
8) EPISODE 163 - Elias Haslanger
On this episode, we’re joined by Elias Haslanger—a powerhouse saxophonist, composer, and bandleader who’s been a major force in the jazz world for over 30 years. Based in Austin, Texas, Elias has shar...Show More
9) EPISODE 162 - Evan Sherman
On today’s episode, we sit down with drummer, bandleader, and arranger Evan Sherman—a dynamic force in jazz who’s performed with legends like Ron Carter, Wynton Marsalis, and Samara Joy. A New Jersey ...Show More
10) EPISODE 161 - Peter Slavov
Bassist and composer Peter Slavov is a major force in today’s jazz world, known for his versatility, lyricism, and global reach. A native of Bulgaria and graduate of Berklee College of Music, Peter ha...Show More