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The American Pianist Awards 2019 Gala Finals
56m 47s
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The elite jazz piano competition, which has been called the Super Bowl of jazz, is the culmination of a 13-month competition for a fellowship promising two years of career advancement and support. Hosted by NEA jazz master Dee Dee Bridgewater, the program features finalists’ performances with Grammy-winning vocalist Kurt Elling and the Buselli-Wallarab Jazz Orchestra.