Over the last few decades, several musicians have explored the rich intersection of jazz with R&B and hip hop. Some…
The virtuosic bassist discusses family, artistic evolution, and embracing leadership as she prepares for her Newport Jazz Festival debut.
Paul Horton and Greg Bryant discuss music, memory, and community as Indivisible transforms the story of Nashville’s Jefferson Street into…
The NEA Jazz Master reflects on community, activism, and the enduring power of music as Social Science brings Trip the…
The longtime friends discuss minimalist funk, deep listening, and creating space for musical conversation ahead of their Newport Jazz Festival…
The legendary drummer reflects on nearly eight decades of rhythm, lifelong curiosity, and his long-awaited Newport Jazz Festival debut as…
Rick Anderson reflects on his mother Elaine’s role in Duke Ellington’s legendary 1956 Newport performance and the human story behind…
One of contemporary music’s most uncompromising voices reflects on time, composition, and the limitless possibilities of artistic expression.
The guitarist, bassist, and philosopher of improvisation discusses freedom, language, and discovering an unlimited world of musical possibilities.
The guitarist, bassist, and philosopher of improvisation discusses freedom, language, and discovering an unlimited world of musical possibilities.