Kaya 959 The Jazz Standard

Darren English

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Standard Bank has been a champion of the arts for over 40 years and the journey continues as we follow the Blue Note leading up to this year’s Standard Bank Joy of Jazz. This week we spoke to Trumpet player, composer, multi-instrumentalist and designer Darren English who is the 2023 Standard Bank Young Artist for jazz.
15 Sep 2024 English South Africa Music History · Music Commentary

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