Carol Handley
Director of Music ProgrammingCarol Handley joined KNKX in 2018 as Director of Music Programming for KNKX and Jazz24. Previously, she has held positions including general manager, program director, music director and on-air host at several stations in the Northwest presenting traditional, progressive and contemporary styles of jazz and roots music. In the early part of her broadcasting career she was a host at the station formerly known as KPLU.
Carol is a Northwest native who has led teams of on-air hosts in creating unique radio programming and live events since the '80s. For 13 years, she produced a two-day festival for 10,000 music fans annually.
Carol’s favorite part of being a broadcaster is working with staff to create unique listener experiences on-air and in live settings to support the music and the artists who make it.
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KNKX announces two new music shows and more digital music content. -
For Jazz Appreciation Month, join KNKX as we show a little extra love for the musical talent that makes their home here in the Pacific Northwest. -
Trumpeter Jim Rotondi, recognized by his peers and music journalists as top-tier player, leader and educator, died unexpectedly in July at age 61. -
A hub for Seattle's jazz and music scene since it opened in 2011, The Royal Room's owners announced the sale on Thursday. -
With 37 performances in two weeks, the 2024 Earshot Jazz Festival gives discovery seekers a full range of experiences to explore world-class artists from the Northwest and beyond. -
From Bremerton to Kingston, local residents and artists dig the live music, food, drinks and character served up by these Kitsap County venues. -
Kenny Barron is among many great jazz artists who have called Philadelphia home. Now, with over 90 recordings, the revered pianist is not letting off the gas. -
Drummer, composer and producer Harvey Mason Sr. is as versatile as any musician could ask for, working on some of the most notable recordings in the past 50 years. -
Joni Mitchell first made a name for herself as part of the '70s folk scene. But from her very early career, jazz musicians and jazz have influenced her music. -
Highly influential drummer and composer Billy Cobham came on the jazz scene in the '60s working with Hubert Laws, Miles Davis and the Mahavishnu Orchestra before launching his solo career.
