Under the direction of pianist, composer, and arranger John Beasley, six award-winning jazz musicians present a century of music from one of the genre’s most influential and creative icons. Trumpeter Miles Davis can be credited with almost every important development and innovation in jazz from the mid-'40s to the 1980s, from cool jazz to afro-rock and beyond, with Beasley backing him since the pianist was 20 years old.
Jazz host Chris Cooke recently spoke with John Beasley via phone. In a wide ranging conversation, Beasley discussed the music of Miles Davis, in addition to the upcoming concert in Omaha with Beasley and his band, plus the music of acclaimed pianist Herbie Hancock. Click on the link to listen to the interview.
"Unlimited Miles: Miles Davis At 100" takes place on Saturday, April 11 at 7:30 PM at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha. For more information you may visit omahaperformingarts.org