EP 13: Arturo O'Farrill on the Evolution of Latin Jazz

In this episode of the MFM Speaks Out, Dawoud Kringle interviews master pianist, composer, producer, music educator, music activist, and MFM Advisory Committee Member Arturo O'Farrill. The podcast began with a discussion of O'Farrill's work with Chico O'Farrill, Harry Belafonte, and Dizzy Gilespie. O'Farrill talked about the evolution of Latin Jazz and the problems inherent in musical genres, and his work as a composer and as a collaborator with multi-disciplinary projects, such as his work with various dance companies. The dialogue explored his recent CD release  and collaboration with Dr. Cornel West "Four Questions,"and how Dr. West inspired O'Farrill. Finally, the topics of his involvement with Musicians For Musicians, music activism, his spiritual philosophies on music, and the spiritual and social responsibilities of the musician / artist were discussed in detail. Visit Arturo O'Farrill at http://www.arturoofarrill.com/The following music featured in this episode is provided courtesy of Arturo OFarrill. All tracks are from his newest release "Four Questions"Opening track: "Cacophonous," by Arturo O'Farrill and the Latin Jazz Orchestra.Middle track: "Baby Jack'" (excerpt) by Arturo O'Farrill and the Latin Jazz Orchestra.Ending track: "Amidst the Fire and the Whirlwind"  by Arturo O'Farrill and the Latin Jazz Orchestra CreditsProducer and host:  Sohrab Saadat Ladjevardi aka SoSaLaPublisher: Musicians For Musicians (MFM), Inc.Technical support: Adam Reifsteck (MFM Board)https://musiciansformusicians.org