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    Next Jazz Legacy 2026

    The future of jazz is always unfolding, and programs like Next Jazz Legacy are helping make sure the next generation of artists…

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New Music USA and the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice have announced the 2026 Next Jazz Legacy cohort, highlighting seven emerging artists who represent the future of jazz. https://contemporaryjazz.com/next-jazz-legacy-2026 This track just burns. #davidsanborn #marcusmiller #contemporaryjazz https://www.instagram.com/p/DUJDcELkS3n/ ContemporaryJazz.com is 30 years old today! https://contemporaryjazz.com/30-years-of-contemporaryjazz-com More about Lee Ritenour today on ContemporaryJazz.com! #jazz #jazzfusion #leeritenour #happybirthday #onthisday #otd #contemporaryjazz The horn arrangements and playing on the new @incognito_world recording are intoxicating..My goodness. #souljazz #jazzsoul #contemporaryjazz Michael Franks singing music from Peanuts? Yes! The track “Double Guatemala” was written by Pat Metheny and this Gary Burton version featured B.B King! Out today! The new single from @lakeciab is her rendition of “The Christmas Song” featuring vocalist Christie Dashiell. Both artists are nominated for GRAMMY® Awards and this is their first collaboration. #lakeciabenjamin #christmas #holiday #jazz #contemporaryjazz #christmasjazz

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Watch Jazzanova Full Studio Live Session, Marcus Miller live in 2025; and the Tribute to David Sanborn concert.

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