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The traditions of Mardi Gras are a huge part of New Orleans' cultural identity. Hear five artists whose music you might find playing on the streets of the Crescent City during Mardi Gras.

Jazz musicians have long embraced popular songs from Broadway musicals, film and television and made those songs their own. Hear songs from Cars, Pinocchio and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs reinterpreted by the likes of Regina Carter, Dave Brubeck and Miles Davis.

Many things make New Orleans a one-of-a-kind music town, but one is the tuba, the monstrous brass instrument worn like a python squeezing its victim.

St. Patrick's Day is a holiday when everybody is Irish: wearing at least a splash of green, getting together with friends for a pint or a party, and so on. To celebrate the day, here are some jazz songs that wear the green, at least in their titles, as well as musical tributes to Ireland.

Some jazz musicians are known as much for their wit as for their chops. To celebrate National Humor Month, hear five jazz songs designed to make you laugh.

The jazz vocalist has been entertaining crowds with his impressive four-octave baritone range for more than 10 years. Listen to Elling perform and discuss his favorite up-and-coming jazz vocalists.

After decades of performing with the greatest singers — from Maria Callas to Luciano Pavarotti — Scotto's enthusiasm for music is undiminished in an informal session of listening and conversation.

Hear five jazz songs that express Western themes of space, freedom, pioneers and movement.

The British writer's breathtaking knowledge and affable prose set him apart from all others, fueling the passions of opera fans everywhere. Read reminiscences from Steane's fans and friends and hear some of his favorite singers.

Once again, Betto Arcos of KPFK's Global Village joins Weekend All Things Considered host Guy Raz — this time, to spin some of his favorite new jazz records.