By the numbers: We examine the accomplishments—and best performances—of the jazz innovator, who died at 91 on Dec. 5, 2012
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Essence Music Fest: The World’s Only All-Female Brass Band Takes the Stage
“That’s especially why we need to keep this going, to be an example and a model for the young girls coming up.”
Doc Watson’s Legacy: What You Should Know About the Folk Legend
Doc Watson, legendary folk icon, died at age 89 on Tuesday. TIME takes a look back at some highlights from his illustrious career.
TIME Recommends: Medeski Scofield Martin and Wood
To a jazz fan, the combination of the names Medeski Scofield Martin and Wood is inherently intriguing. Between the famous trio’s ability to craft beat-driven, catchy instrumentals and John Scofield’s impressive résumé — …
Photos: From Ella to Sinatra, TIME’s Best Crooners
A photo gallery of the pre-rock singers on our All-TIME 100 Songs list
The Obamas Return a Painting
Last month we learned what artworks the Obamas had chosen for the family quarters of the White House and the West and East Wing offices. One of the pictures that caught everybody’s attention was Watusi (Hard Edge) by Alma Thomas, a lesser known Washington, D.C. area artist who died in 1978. But now that picture has been handed back …