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Jazz In Europe Magazine – Winter 2020
The Winter 2020 edition of Jazz In Europe presents a comprehensive range of interviews, artist profiles, and features across contemporary jazz. Highlights include an in-depth conversation with pianist Carsten Dahl, exploring his career and nuanced approach to both performance and composition. Bob Mintzer is featured in an extensive interview discussing his work with the WDR Big Band and the Grammy-winning Yellowjackets, shedding light on his compositional style and career trajectory. The magazine also includes a detailed profile of composer and bandleader Maria Schneider, focusing on her album *Data Lords* and her advocacy for artist rights in the digital age.
Additional articles cover award-winning trumpeter and singer Bria Skonberg, Los Angeles-based pianist Connie Han, and the jazz fusion group Spyro Gyra, where Jay Beckenstein discusses the band’s history and recent album *Vinyl Tap*. A photo feature on Maurits van Hout showcases jazz photography alongside a tribute to drummer Jimmy Cobb, who at 90 continues his musical work. This issue balances artist-centered discussions with thoughtful reflections on jazz tradition, innovation, and the evolving music industry.
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