"Terence Blanchard: Revolutionizing Jazz from a Fresh Perspective"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Terence Blanchard, a renowned trumpeter and composer, has been appointed as the executive artistic director of SFJazz in San Francisco. Blanchard, who recently received a 2024 Jazz Masters fellowship, is known for his innovative approach to jazz and his commitment to reflecting its growth. He plans to bring new technologies to SFJazz and address issues of unequal access by promoting outreach programs and traveling shows to neglected neighborhoods. Blanchard's extensive experience in jazz, film scoring, and education makes him well-suited for the role, and he aims to continue SFJazz's tradition of eclecticism and openness.