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Heritage, Brotherhood, and the Jazzman’s Groove (Nick Hempton and Friends) | Ep. 28
Saxophonist Nick Hempton has toured the globe bringing “big fat grooves and strong melodies” to audiences from NYC to Sydney to Shanghai.
In this episode of The Walkup, Nick and his jazz collaborators open up about the legacy of the genre, the culture of jam sessions, the healing power of brotherhood, and the personal journeys that shaped their musical voices. From paying tribute to trumpet great Marcus Belgrave to decoding the unique language of jazz, this conversation riffs on heritage, improvisation, and how music forms community. Whether you’re a jazz head or a curious listener, this one swings.
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