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Sonny Rollins - Extended interview
Written by PBS NewsHour
Narrated by PBS NewsHour
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Jeffrey Brown recently sat down with Sonny Rollins at the Kennedy Center to talk about his life as a saxophonist and composer. In this excerpt of their conversation, Rollins talks about what other jazz greats have meant to him.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Excellent interview that illuminates the brilliance, intelligence, depth and humility of this great musician.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5How precious to listen to this supreme musician. His humanity and wisdom shine through.