Overview

Awakenings with Michelle Coltrane invites listeners on a meditative journey into the music and spiritual legacy of John and Alice Coltrane. Each week, the show blends celestial jazz, transcendent compositions, and the soulful improvisations that defined a generation.

Through stories and sounds, Michelle explores the Coltranes' vision of liberation through music and the cosmic connections that continue to inspire artists today. Early morning audiences are guided into a reflective, soulful start to their day. Awakenings isn't just a music show — it's a spiritual soundtrack for awakening the mind and spirit.

History & Legacy

Awakenings honors the rich and transformative legacy of the Coltrane family, whose music continues to inspire spiritual seekers and artists around the world. John Coltrane's quest for liberation through sound and Alice Coltrane's deeply spiritual compositions have shaped generations of listeners. Michelle Coltrane carries this lineage forward, creating a bridge between past and present through her own artistic voice. The show connects the timeless messages of love, freedom, and transcendence to today's audience, reminding us of music's power to heal and unite. Awakenings stands as a living tribute to a family whose sonic vision reshaped the possibilities of jazz and spiritual music.

Host

Michelle Coltrane

Michelle Coltrane is a vocalist, composer, and cultural ambassador deeply rooted in her family's legendary musical legacy. As the daughter of John and Alice Coltrane, she carries forward their spirit of exploration, transcendence, and healing through sound. Michelle creates an inviting space for listeners to experience music as a pathway to higher consciousness and community connection.

 

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