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Last recordings of jazz greats in the 21st century
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Creative artists rarely retire. Jazz musicians often continue to perform and record as they age. In this hour you'll hear the final musical statements of jazz musicians in the 21st century.The pianist Hank Jones, whose career spanned over 70 years, recorded his last session at 91. Charlie Haden and Carla Bley knew they were seriously ill when they recorded their last sessions. Both left us with remarkable legacies Chick Corea's death at 79 shocked the jazz world. His energy and virtuosity never waned as he aged. Joey DeFrancesco brought the B3 organ back into prominence. Michael Brecker knew his time was short when he recorded his stunning last album.
Join me as we pay homage to these giants of jazz on their final musical statements.
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Charlie Haden
Larry Slater
Hank Jones
carla bley
Chick Corea
Joey DeFrancesco
Michael Brecker
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