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In Memoriam: Al Foster, 1943–2025
Al Foster, a drummer regarded for his fluency across the bebop, post-bop and funk/fusion lineages of jazz, died May 28…
On April 1, New School University’s Jazz Program will honor Bruce Lundvall, Jazz visionary and President of Blue Note Records, guitar virtuoso Les Paul and blues master Jay McShann with the Beacons in Jazz award. The Beacons award recognizes living legends in Jazz whose vision and talent have significantly influenced the music.
Hosted by Allan King, the gala will take place at The Supper Club, 240 West 47th Street at 6:30 p.m. In addition to the awards ceremony, many renowned Jazz artists will be performing to pay tribute to the honorees and many leading figures in jazz will be in attendance.
Founded in 1986, New School University’s Jazz Program has produced some of the leading voices in Jazz today. The Beacons raises scholarship funds for the New School’s Jazz BFA students and is the single-most important fundraiser of the school’s year.
For details, go to www.newschool.edu/jazz.
Foster was truly a drummer to the stars, including Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins and Joe Henderson.
Jun 3, 2025 11:25 AM
Al Foster, a drummer regarded for his fluency across the bebop, post-bop and funk/fusion lineages of jazz, died May 28…
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