Sheila Jordan in tribute
Soweto pays tribute to the late pioneering American jazz singer Sheila Jordan, who sadly died on 11 August 2025 aged 96.
鈥楻ound Midnight is presented by award-winning saxophonist Soweto Kinch. This weekday late-night show celebrates the thriving UK jazz scene and spotlights the best new music alongside incredible acts from past decades.
In this Friday night programme, Soweto pays tribute to the late pioneering American jazz singer Sheila Jordan, who sadly died on 11 August 2025 aged 96.
Tonight, Soweto presents a conversation which aired exclusively for 鈥楻ound Midnight back in January 2025. Sheila had sat down in her New York apartment to share some highlights and stories from her incredible career.
A core member of the bebop era, Sheila had befriended Charlie Parker, who nicknamed her the singer with the golden ears, hung out at the legendary Minton鈥檚 Playhouse and took harmony lessons with Lennie Tristano. She had stories about everyone 鈥� from Mingus, Monk and Miles Davis to Kenny Dorham and Bud Powell.
Join us to remember Sheila and her phenomenal life and legacy.
To listen on most smart speakers, just say: 'Ask 蜜芽传媒 Sounds to play Round Midnight.'
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Sheila Jordan
Dat Dere
- Portrait of Sheila.
- Blue Note Records.
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Charlie Parker
Confirmation
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Bud Powell
It Could Happen To You (Alternate Take)
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George Russell
You Are My Sunshine
- You Are My Sunshine.
- Golden Ear Music.
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Sheila Jordan
If You Could See Me Now
- Portrait Of Sheila.
- Blue Note Records.
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Sheila Jordan
Medley: Ballad For Miles / My Funny Valentine
- Jazz Child.
- HighNote Records.
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Arild Andersen
Song of Joy
Singer: Sheila Jordan.- Sheila.
- SteepleChase.
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Charles Mingus
Eclipse
- Pre-Bird.
- Verve.
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Sheila Jordan
Sheila's Blues (Live)
- I've Grown Accustomed To The Bass.
- HighNote Records.
Broadcast
- Friday 23:30蜜芽传媒 Radio 3