Trumpeter Jon Faddis sits down with SFJAZZ Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard to reminisce about his personal friend and mentor Dizzy Gillespie. Faddis shares memories about meeting his hero at the age of 12, and how this chance encounter eventually led to him playing with Dizzy. He also reminisces about Dizzy’s fondness for playing pranks and more.
Up Next in Season 1
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Drop the Needle w/ Don Was
This time on “Drop the Needle,” Preservation Hall Jazz Band bassist, tubist, and Creative Director Ben Jaffe dives deep into his formative influences and shares his memories and emotions about a cross-section of adventurous jazz and a New Orleans pop classic.
“The past and promise of American mu...
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In My Mind w/ Obed Calvaire
Enter the mind of drummer, composer, and former SFJAZZ Collective member Obed Calvaire, as he takes us through his practice routine, his devotion to his craft, and the inspiration that motivates him to continually strive to improve all aspects of his art.
A Miami native of Haitian descent, O...
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Drop the Needle w/ Soweto Kinch
Testing the musical knowledge of world class artists with a series of classic recordings, getting their in-the-moment impressions and insights into their tastes and influences.
The saxophonist, composer, MC, and former SFJAZZ Resident Artistic Director kicks off our series, listening to and com...
