Dave Douglas

From: Reese Erlich
Series: Jazz Perspectives
Length: 04:03

Dave Douglas blasts his trumpet for great jazz and social justice Read the full description.

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From: Reese Erlich

Davedouglasphoto_small Trumpter Dave Douglas developed his chops in the avant garde jazz scene in New York. In more recent times, he's issued a series of fine and accessible jazz recordings that comment on contemporary issues. This Jazz Perspective includes "Just Say This," a haunting tribute to New York on 9/11, and a sharp blast at those in power who used the memory of 9/11 to invade Iraq.

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Trumpter Dave Douglas developed his chops in the avant garde jazz scene in New York. In more recent times, he's issued a series of fine and accessible jazz recordings that comment on contemporary issues. This Jazz Perspective includes "Just Say This," a haunting tribute to New York on 9/11, and a sharp blast at those in power who used the memory of 9/11 to invade Iraq.