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Kenny Burrell On Piano Jazz

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Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz

Kenny Burrell On Piano Jazz

The subtle, lyrical guitarist plays a delightful solo rendition of "Round Midnight" and duets with host Marian McPartland in "Don't Worry 'Bout Me."

Kenny Burrell In The Studio

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A Jazz Guitar Legend: Alive, Live and 75

Guitarist Kenny Burrell has recorded with the likes of Billie Holiday, John Coltrane and Duke Ellington. Now on the other side of 75, he discusses his lengthy career, his latest CD and the development of his unique style.

A Jazz Guitar Legend: Alive, Live and 75

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Kenny Burrell: 'Midnight Blue'

Known as Duke Ellington's favorite guitarist, Kenny Burrell was a master of the blues. In 1963, he recorded Midnight Blue, which jazz commentator Murray Horwitz calls a "late night, neon light flashing outside of the window, cigarette smoke swirling up into nothing" record.

Kenny Burrell: 'Midnight Blue'

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