Monk Rowe

As Director of the Fillius Jazz Archive at Hamilton College, Monk Rowe has interviewed over 500 jazz artists since 1995. The videos can be viewed on the Fillius Jazz YouTube channel, audio excerpts can be heard on his podcast Jazz Backstory and read in print in the book Jazz Tales from Jazz Legends, authored by Monk and Romy Britell. Monk is a board member of Syncopated Media, Inc. Interview transcriptions by Romy’s Creative Services.

Joe Muranyi on his Beginnings, Trad Jazz, and Louis Armstrong

Monk Rowe February 1, 2026

Clarinetist Joe Muranyi was born in Martin’s Ferry, Ohio on January 14, 1928. He worked as a record producer for major labels and played alongside

Doc Cheatham on Armstrong, Goodman, and his Early Career

Monk Rowe November 30, 2025

Following are excerpts from the Fillius Jazz Archive interview with Doc (Adolphus Anthony) Cheatham (1905-1997) New York City, July 28,1995: First recordings Monk Rowe: Can

Monk Rowe

Joe Muranyi on his Beginnings, Trad Jazz, and Louis Armstrong

Doc Cheatham on Armstrong, Goodman, and his Early Career

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