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Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series! In this episode, we catch up with Bay Area jazz trumpeter, arranger, composer, and educator Erik Jekabson to discuss his new 2025 album Breakthrough on Wide Hive Records and his dynamic career in the jazz world.
A highly respected figure in the Bay Area jazz scene, Erik has performed with Galactic, John Mayer, and Kamasi Washington as part of Wide Hive’s Throttle Elevator Music. Beyond performing, he is a dedicated composer, arranger, bandleader, and educator, shaping the next generation of jazz musicians through his work at the Jazzschool in Berkeley, where he directs the Young Musicians Program.
🎺 Tune in for a deep dive into Erik’s creative process, his latest album, and his ever-evolving journey in jazz.
🎶 Get the album Breakthrough: widehive.com/discography/breakthrough
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