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EP 4: Neff Irizarry on Latin Jazz, Artistic Growth, and the Power of Transcriptions
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In this episode of The Guitar Journal, Latin jazz guitarist Neff Irizarry discusses his journey from Virginia to Berklee, his album Cambio, and the importance of mentorship, style fusion, and transcriptions in music. Neff reflects on artistic integrity and musical connections across generations.
Chapters
- 00:00 Introduction to Neff Irizarry and His Journey
- 02:57 The Roots of Latin Jazz and Personal Influences
- 05:52 Education and Mentorship at Berklee
- 08:52 The Fusion of Cultures in Music
- 11:51 The Importance of Mentorship and Learning
- 14:58 Studying with Steve Kahn and Musical Development
- 18:03 The Role of Elders in Music
- 20:56 The Connection Between Musicians
- 23:56 Recording and Reflecting on Performance
- 26:58 The Creative Process and Composition
- 30:02 'Cambio (Change)': The New Album and Its Inspirations
- 33:59 The Creative Process of Composition
- 40:38 Navigating Collaboration and Production
- 43:57 Managing Expectations and Artistic Integrity
- 45:22 The Importance of Transcription in Music
- 51:28 Understanding the Legacy of Influential Musicians
- 57:01 Personal Music Preferences and Influences
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