DESCRIPTION:
In this interview done backstage at the 2016 Newport Jazz Festival, pianist Bobby Avey talks about his commitment to social justice issues and how it's an intrinsic part of his music. He also discusses his album "Inhuman Wilderness.". Avey was performing with David Liebman & Expansions.

Interview by Irene Lee. Video production by Will DiGravio. Editing by Lee Mergner & Melissa Mergner. Thanks to Carolyn McClair, Melanie Nanez, Danny Melnick, Jay Sweet and the staff of the Newport Jazz Festival.

For more information about Bobby Avey, go to www.bobbyavey.com

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