Benny Golson
Benny Golson artist page: interviews, features and/or performances archived at NPR Music
Concerts
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August 5, 2010 The Kennedy Center throws a party for the saxophone giant and NEA Jazz Master.
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May 10, 2007 Benny Golson and Joe Zawinul perform from the North Sea Jazz Festival recorded by JazzSet.
Studio Sessions
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March 22, 2012 Watch the tenor-sax legend perform three of his classic tunes in a session at KPLU in Seattle.
September 10, 2010 Hear the jazz musicians behind the iconic 1959 photo with documentary filmmaker Jean Bach.
March 14, 2008 A giant of hard bop, the saxophonist and composer performs some of his most enduring standards.
Interviews & Profiles
January 24, 2009 On the eve of 80, the illustrious saxophonist and composer is bringing back the six-person Jazztet.
May 3, 2007 The saxophone player (and Hollywood composer) talks about his role in shaping Art Blakey's band.
September 13, 2004 The veteran musician enjoys recognition with a new CD and music featured in the film The Terminal.
More Stories
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January 25, 2010 Evolving out of 1950s bebop, hard bop incorporates gospel, soul and R&B. Hear five classics.
