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J to Z: Yazz Ahmed and Kurt Rosenwinkel

Yazz Ahmed and Kurt Rosenwinkel

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Trumpeter Yazz Ahmed in session and guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel shares inspiring tracks.

Bahraini-British trumpeter Yazz Ahmed performs music from her new album, Polyhymnia, while guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel shares inspiring tracks.

Kevin Le Gendre presents a session from Bahraini-British trumpeter Yazz Ahmed, whose latest album celebrates great women from history, including Rosa Parks and pioneering Saudi Arabian film director Haifaa al-Mansour. 

Also in the programme, guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel shares tracks that have inspired his work. Rosenwinkel has been a key figure on the New York scene for over two decades and is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in contemporary jazz guitar. 

Produced by Dominic Tyerman for Somethin' Else.

Live music and the arts: broadcasts more live music than any other radio network. Classical music is its core. Genres include world and new music, jazz, speech and drama.

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