Myself Among Others
Wednesday, May 11, 2005
George Wein recounts some of his biggest achievements, like creating the Newport Jazz Festival, throughout the span of his 50-year career in jazz. His memoir is titled Myself Among Others.
Music: Newport at 50, Happy Birthday, Baby: “Jeep’s Blues,” Duke Ellington and His Orchestra
Happy Birthday Newport, 50 Swinging Years: “My Favorite Things,” The John Coltrane Quartet
Music: Newport at 50, Happy Birthday, Baby: “Jeep’s Blues,” Duke Ellington and His Orchestra
Happy Birthday Newport, 50 Swinging Years: “My Favorite Things,” The John Coltrane Quartet
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