Jerry Granelli is a jazz icon, pioneer, and bonafide legend. You probably know him best as the drummer on the best selling holiday album of all time, A Charlie Brown Christmas, but Granelli has been a major force in the jazz community and beyond since the 1960s. Last winter, we sat down for a long chat about his new album, Dance Hall, his legacy, the foundation of the Halifax Jazz Festival, the importance of education and inspiring young musicians, and so much more.

A clip of this interview first appeared on the December 5, 2017 episode of Halifax Is Burning. Listen to that show here: http://halifaxisburning.com/december-5-2017

Another clip appeared on the July 10, 2018 episode of Halifax Is Burning. Listen to that show here: http://halifaxisburning.com/july-10-2018

Songs You'll Hear: Jerry Granelli (Featuring Robben Ford, Bill Frisell, and J. Anthony Granelli) - Meet Me In The Morning The Platters - The Great Pretender Jerry Granelli (Featuring Robben Ford, Bill Frisell, and J. Anthony Granelli) - Never Gonna Break My Faith Jerry Granelli (Featuring Robben Ford, Bill Frisell, and J. Anthony Granelli) - This Bitter Earth Vince Guaraldi Trio - Skating Vince Guaraldi Trio - Linus And Lucy Vince Guaraldi Trio - O Tannenbaum Vince Guaraldi Trio - Christmas Time Is Here (Instrumental) Kuato - New Home

Learn more about Jerry Granelli and buy his records at www.jerrygranelli.com.