On this week's show, we are joined by trumpeter and composer Christopher Stephen Botti who established himself as a versatile musician in both jazz and pop music for his ability to fuse both styles. Chris began playing the trumpet at nine years old, and committed to the instrument at age 12 when he heard Miles Davis play "My Funny Valentine" Fast forward, he has collaborated with iconic musicians like Aretha Franklin, Paul Simon, Natalie Cole including Sting and Jill Scott, recording some of our favourite songs... [ read more ]
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