John Ochs

John Ochs is a jazz fan and record collector who first met Ray Skjelbred at a Seattle Folklore Society concert in 1976. Since then, he has produced an LP, several CDs, and an award-winning film featuring Skjelbred’s music. Presently, he is music director of the Puget Sound Traditional Jazz Society, of which he has been a charter member since its founding in 1975.

Ray Skjelbred: Living a Jazz Life, Chicago Style, Part 2

John Ochs October 25, 2020

Pianist Ray Skjelbred is now in his 60th year as a professional jazzman. In this second of a two-part interview, he discusses the many people

Ray Skjelbred: Living a Jazz Life, Chicago Style

John Ochs September 30, 2020

Pianist Ray Skjelbred is now in his 60th year as a professional jazzman. In this first of a two-part interview, he discusses his formative years,

John Ochs

Ray Skjelbred: Living a Jazz Life, Chicago Style, Part 2

Ray Skjelbred: Living a Jazz Life, Chicago Style

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