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Evgeny Pobozhiy, Russian Prodigy, Wins International Jazz Guitar Competition

Evgeny Pobozhiy, winner of the Herbie Hancock International Jazz Guitar Competition, performing at the Kennedy Center on Dec. 3, 2019. Steve Mundinger/Courtesy of the Hancock Institute hide caption

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Evgeny Pobozhiy, Russian Prodigy, Wins International Jazz Guitar Competition

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The guitarist, who hails from a small town on the edge of the West Siberian Plain, competed against two Americans for one of, if not the, most prestigious prizes available to younger jazz artists.

Jazz Heavyweights Herbie Hancock And Kamasi Washington Announce Joint Tour

Kamasi Washington, left, and Herbie Hancock. The jazz luminaries have announced they will be going on tour together this year. Photo of Kamasi Washington: Getty Images. Photo of Herbie Hancock: courtesy of the artist. hide caption

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Jazz Heavyweights Herbie Hancock And Kamasi Washington Announce Joint Tour

The tour, which brings together two of the brightest lights in jazz, will be playing across the U.S. in July and August.

The Thelonious Monk Institute Of Jazz Is Now The Herbie Hancock Institute Of Jazz

Herbie Hancock, performing during the Thelonious Monk Jazz Trumpet Competition on November 9, 2014 in Los Angeles. The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz, which presents these competitions, will change its name to the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz. Michael Tran/FilmMagic hide caption

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The Thelonious Monk Institute Of Jazz Is Now The Herbie Hancock Institute Of Jazz

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The name change is as fitting as it is surprising — Hancock has served as the board chairman of the Monk Institute for the last 15 years.

Songs We Love: Miles Davis Quintet, 'Gingerbread Boy' (Live At Newport)

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Songs We Love: Miles Davis Quintet, 'Gingerbread Boy' (Live At Newport)

Hear a newly unearthed recording of the Miles Davis Quintet from the 1967 Newport Jazz Festival.

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    Miles Davis At Newport 1955-1975: The Bootleg Series Vol. 4
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    2015

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Herbie Hancock: 'On A Path To Find My Own Answer'

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Herbie Hancock: 'On A Path To Find My Own Answer'

In a candid interview, the ever-innovative pianist traces the lines between Buddhist chants, Sly Stone and Miles Davis, while shedding new light on some hard facts about his past.

Herbie Hancock: 'On A Path To Find My Own Answer'

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Music From Death's Doorstep

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Music From Death's Doorstep

Crossing over — musically and metaphysically — has of late consumed the mind of Steven Ellison. He says his new LP as Flying Lotus is "my opportunity to make a film" about the moment of death.

Music From Death's Doorstep: A Conversation With Flying Lotus

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L.A. Philharmonic Goes Gershwin In Opening Night Gala

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Classics in Concert

L.A. Philharmonic Goes Gershwin In Opening Night Gala

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Hear the whole concert with superstar conductor Gustavo Dudamel and guest pianist Herbie Hancock, in luscious and thrilling performances.

L.A. Philharmonic Goes Gershwin In Opening Night Gala

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Herbie Hancock On World Cafe
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World Cafe

Herbie Hancock On World Cafe

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The legendary jazz pianist has produced chart-topping and award-winning albums throughout his career. His latest album is an ambitious combination of film and music, full of exciting collaborations. Hear songs from the new album performed live in the WXPN studios of Philadelphia.

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