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Jazzback Thursday 🎺 A look back at the 1997 Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Trumpet Competition, featuring one of the most iconic judging panels in the competition’s history.
Arturo Sandoval, Clark Terry, Randy Brecker, Jon Faddis, Art Farmer, and Wallace Roney—six legendary trumpeters, each with a singular voice and legacy.
Jazz is music made by and for people who have chosen to feel good in spite of conditions.
—Johnny Griffin
“You call it jazz. For me, it is just music. It is different for different people.” —John Coltrane
Jazzback Thursday 🎤 1998 — Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Vocals Competition brought together five powerhouse artists to serve as judges: Dee Dee Bridgewater, Nnenna Freelon, Joe Williams, Dianne Reeves, and Diana Krall.
Each brought a unique perspective—from tradition to innovation—guiding rising vocalists with insight, generosity, and artistry.
An unforgettable moment in the Institute’s history of mentorship and excellence in jazz vocals.
Photo: Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz
Jazzback Thursday 🎺 Backstage at the 2007 Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Trumpet Competition: Sting, Chris Botti, and Herbie Hancock in Washington, D.C.
A snapshot that captures the electrifying spirit of the world's most renowned jazz competition.
Photo: Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz
Jazzback Thursday 🎻 A look back at the 1995 International Jazz Bass Competition judging panel featuring:
Top row: Christian McBride, Percy Heath, Charlie Haden Bottom row: Ron Carter, Milt Hinton
Jazzback Thursday 🎶 Backstage brilliance at the 1995 Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Competition—Wynton Marsalis, Al Grey, and Jimmy Heath sharing stories, wisdom, and laughter between sets. Moments like these are the heartbeat of jazz: mentorship, legacy, and community.
Jazzback Thursday 🎹 1987: The very first International Piano Competition in Washington, D.C.
In this picture: Marcus Roberts (Florida, second from left) was awarded First Place, launching a remarkable international career. Rob van Bavel (The Netherlands) took Second, John Colianni (New York) placed Third, and Joey DeFrancesco (Pennsylvania) came in Fourth before Harry Appleman.
The esteemed panel of judges included Sir Roland Hanna, Barry Harris, Hank Jones, Roger Kellaway, and Dado Moroni.
