I arrived in NYC in 1990. The times of the "Young Lions", among that group : Christian McBride, Jeff "Tain" Watts, Roy Hargrove (1969-2018), Gregory Hutchinson and Benny Green and somehow me taking photos. Sometimes the silence between notes creates the entire story. NEA JAZZ MASTER RON CARTER AND BENNY GREEN, DIZZY'S COCA COLA, LINCOLN CENTER NY C2012

Documenting two incredible giants of jazz, NEA Jazz Master Herbie Hancock and NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Heath (1926-2020), backstage at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, was undoubtedly one of the most memorable moments of my career. The energy in that space, capturing such legendary figures, was truly unforgettable. (Photo) NEA Jazz Master Herbie Hancock and NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Heath (1926-2020) backstage at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC. ©2016

This exact moment is the genesis of my "Three Generations of Jazz" project. It's a single photograph that speaks volumes about the history of Jazz in NYC, showcasing the profound connections between our ancestors, mentors, and current jazz musicians throughout my photographic journey from 1990 to the present. Pictured with the Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars Big Band are: NEA Jazz Master Frank Wess (1922-2013), NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Heath (1926-2020), Roy Hargrove (1969-2018), John Lee (bass), Mark Gross (saxophone), Antonio Hart (saxophone), and Frank Basile (saxophone). ©2012

There are moments when your lens simply isn't enough, and your eyes blur, overwhelmed by the emotion of the scene. It's in these moments that the profound 'why' behind photographing Jazz becomes abundantly clear. (Photo) NEA Jazz Master Sonny Rollins and NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Heath (1926-2020) at The Allen Room, Lincoln Center, NYC. ©2016"

Captured backstage at The Allen Room, Lincoln Center, on what was a truly joyful day: Jimmy Heath's birthday celebration. We were all there, 35 artists strong, honoring Master Heath. This photo features Jon Faddis. ©2016

NEA Jazz Master Jimmy Heath (1926-2020) backstage at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C. This private moment was captured just before he joined NEA Jazz Master Herbie Hancock and the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band on stage. ©2016

This photograph captures a truly significant moment in our contemporary Jazz history, taken at Birdland Jazz Club. It features NEA Jazz Master Kenny Barron and NEA Jazz Master Frank Wess (1922-2013). To my knowledge, this is one of very few, if any, photos taken that evening. It was a night I'll never forget; I can still hear it vividly in my memory as if I were there now. ©2011

Photographing a Big Band is one of my favorite challenges. It's incredibly demanding and exhausting, yet so thrilling—a continuous dance to follow 16 musicians through their intricate musical conversations and dynamic section interactions. Each performance is uniquely different, offering endless moments and photographic possibilities to capture. Pictured: Christian McBride directing his Big Band at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola, NYC. ©2014

NEA JAZZ MASTER JIMMY HEATH (1926-2020) BACKSTAGE THE KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, WASHINGTON DC 2016

Nea Jazz Master Ron Carter's Birthday Celebration at the Blue Note, NYC. Featuring Javon Jackson and Roy Hargrove (1969-2018), this image captures Hargrove's last live appearance at the Blue Note ©2017

ROY HARGROVE, RIO DE JANEIRO, C2010

THE AFTER HOURS AT SMALLS WITH ROY HARGROVE ( 1969-2018)

GENERATIONS: NEA JAZZ MASTER TOOTIE HEATH (1935-2024), EMMET COHEN (1990), RUSSELL HALL (1994) BENNY GOLSON (1929-2024), PHOTO C2017

TRUMPET SUMMIT : This was a celebration not only as a show for the public but backstage, it was the birthday celebration of Master Jimmy Heath ( 1926-2020) . We were all there, the Big Band, Sonny Rollins, Slide Hampton, Tootie Heath and all the generations, the three of them form NYC.

This is the most historic festival in South America. I had been the festival photographer for the past 11 years. There is nothing in the world alike: STEVE DAVIS, TROMBONE and EDDIE HENDERSON, TRUMPET, BACKSTAGE "LA CABALLERIZA" , FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL DE JAZZ DE PUNTA DEL ESTE, URUGUAY.

KIRK LIGHTSEY , DETROIT JAZZ FESTIVAL C2016

RUSSELL MALONE ( 1963-2024) and NEA JAZZ MASTER RON CARTER NONET, DETROIT JAZZ FESTIVAL, C2016

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