Join host Mark Ellis as he chats with Tom Tait, a key figure in the Doncaster Jazz Alumni. In this episode, Tom shares his inspiring journey from growing up in a musical family in Huddersfield to becoming a professional trumpet player. Discover how his father's influence and early experiences in school jazz bands shaped his passion for music. Tom talks about his transition to the Doncaster Youth Jazz Association, his experiences at Leeds College of Music, and the significant mentors who guided him. Learn about his latest endeavors, including his dream gig in London's West End, and the pressures of performing in a show. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with personal anecdotes, insights into music education, and the enduring legacy of the Doncaster jazz scene.

Join host Mark Ellis as he sits down with Reuben Fowler, a key figure in the Doncaster Jazz Alumni, to discuss his remarkable musical journey. From his early influences and first steps into jazz, to studying at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music, Reuben shares how his passion for music evolved. Discover how mentorship, perseverance, and a love for big band jazz led him to perform at iconic venues like the Albert Hall and collaborate with artists like Paloma Faith and Noel Gallagher. Tune in for an inspiring episode filled with personal anecdotes, insights on composition, and a celebration of jazz legacy.

In a heartwarming reunion, longtime pals and stalwarts of the DJA sax section, Mark turns the spotlight on Dean, unearthing a musical odyssey of hidden talents and cherished memories. With a bond forged since Dean's tender age of 11, these two comrades-in-arms regale us with a treasure trove of memories— from touring France, Germany and America to exploring unlikely attractions like a gas museum, all while narrowly escaping the brink of a band mutiny.

Freshly discharged from the Army, Dean recounts his remarkable journey from tinkering with the piano as a wide-eyed youngster to mastering a multitude of instruments, culminating in his current role as the mastermind behind DJA's bookings. Amidst the anecdotes, they share tender recollections of Dean's late father, Pete, a revered figure amongst the DJA alumni whose legacy continues to shape Dean's path, even if it involved a notorious incident involving the band football in a German car park—a tale forever etched in the annals of DJA lore.