Terence Blanchard, an 8-time Grammy winner, two-time Oscar nominee, and NEA Jazz Master, stands as one of jazz’s most influential figures. Known for his powerful trumpet playing and boundary-pushing compositions, Blanchard’s work spans across jazz, film, opera, and beyond. With over 20 solo albums, he’s garnered critical acclaim for his film scores, including for Spike Lee’s BlacKkKlansman and Da 5 Bloods, and his groundbreaking operas, Fire Shut Up in My Bones and Champion.