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Julius Hemphill's Contemporary Big Band

The saxophonist and composer brings back the large ensemble sound on his new album. Jazz critic Kevin Whitehead says the performances are energetic but a often a little too loose. Hemphill's own playing steals the show.

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Other segments from the episode on November 7, 1988

Fresh Air with Terry Gross, November 7, 1988: Interview with Robert Prosky; Review of Julius Hemphill's album "Julius Hemphill Big Band"; Interview with Joan Jett; Review of the television show "War…

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