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Chris Botti: The Last Standard Bearer in Pop-Jazz Fusion
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Chris Botti: The Last Standard Bearer in Pop-Jazz Fusion

Brass Mastery founder and host James Newcomb sits down with renowned trumpeter Chris Botti to discuss his unique position in the music world as one of the few trumpet players leading a major band.

Botti shares insights into his career evolution, emphasizing the importance of the trumpet as his signature both in album art and live performances. He reflec…

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