The New York Times – Music:
His career reached across more than half a century, tracking jazz’s complex evolution during that span.
Category: Jazz
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5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Jazz Piano
The New York Times – Music:
We asked Samara Joy, Hanif Abdurraqib, Vijay Iyer and others to share their favorite tracks showcasing what might be the most nuanced instrument in jazz.
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U.S. Girls’ Luxuriously Absurd Disco, and 9 More New Songs
The New York Times – Music:
Hear tracks by Gracie Abrams, Ashley McBryde and Skrillex.
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Delbert Anderson’s Mission: Putting ‘Native Sound Back Into Jazz’
The New York Times – Music:
The trumpeter’s trio takes inspiration from traditional Navajo songs. Its work has stirred up global interest, as well as conversations about the responsibilities of Indigenous artists.
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Christian McBride, Revered in Jazz, Is Playing the Long Game
The New York Times – Music:
At 50, the bassist is always focused on the next gig and fresh collaborations. His 18th album as a band leader is due this month.
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Jason Moran Pays Tribute to an Early Jazz Ancestor
The New York Times – Music:
The album “From the Dancehall to the Battlefield” puts the music of James Reese Europe through a contemporary prism.
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The Ecstatic, Elusive Art of Ming Smith
The New York Times – T Magazine:
The artist was the first Black woman photographer to have her work acquired by MoMA. Now, decades later, as she returns for a solo show, she reflects on her singular career.