About
Ben Sidran
A legendary jazz pianist, lyricist, journalist, radio and television producer, scholar, author and teacher. He has produced recordings for such noted artists as Van Morrison, Diana Ross, Mose Allison and Jon Hendricks. His box set "Talking Jazz" includes conversations with 60 jazz greats gathered while hosting his award-winning NPR program "Sidran On Record".
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Art Blakey On How to Build a Band
"You’re in your birthday suit up there. People can see clean through you. And your music, your actions and the vibes you bring forth to the audience come out. You cannot hide that. " more »
Jon Hendricks On Learning How to Communicate
"You don’t have to swing just on the bandstand. ... The way you pick up your child and bounce him, I think everything can swing." more »
