‘Ain’t But a Few of Us:’ Willard Jenkins on why Black jazz writers’ voices matter
The idea for Ain’t But a Few of Us, Willard Jenkins’ new volume exploring the experiences and work of...
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Fred Foss, a saxophonist, educator and advocate for young musicians, dies at 70
Fred Foss spent the early years of his career touring with the likes of Lionel Hampton, Ray Charles and...
Our guide to this weekend’s Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival: Roy Haynes, Carmen Bradford & more
by Giovanni Russonello Editorial board The Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival is a momentous ritual for D.C.-area jazz fans. It comes...
Discussion review | Randy Weston & Willard Jenkins bring African Rhythm, wisdom to Sankofa Café
by Luke Stewart Duke Ellington once remarked that his artistic goal was to convey the Black experience in America....