Terence Blanchard on NOLA, Spike Lee, & NEA Jazz Masters Award | 30 Albums for 30 Years: INTERVIEWS

On this special #30albumsfor30years INTERVIEW, host Jay Sweet sits down with Terence Blanchard, a celebrated jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, to discuss his life, music, and thoughts on winning an NEA Jazz Masters Award, one of the highest honors for jazz musicians. Rising from the vibrant musical scene of his hometown, New Orleans, Blanchard's talent quickly garnered attention, leading to collaborations with jazz legends like Lionel Hampton and Art Blakey. His partnership with filmmaker Spike Lee catapulted him to international acclaim, as he composed scores for numerous acclaimed films, including "Jungle Fever," "Malcolm X," and "BlacKkKlansman." Blanchard's music transcends traditional boundaries, seamlessly blending jazz with other genres and addressing social issues through projects like his band E-Collective. He has also ventured into opera composition, premiering successful works such as "Champion" and "Fire Shut Up in My Bones." Blanchard's multifaceted career and unwavering commitment to innovation have solidified his legacy as a pioneering force in contemporary music. You can check out Jay's cover article on Blanchard at ​​njjs.org/
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