NarrativeBehind the scenes, short films, profiles and interviews, here are some narrative pieces I produced and directed.
Tony Bennett–Jazz at Lincoln Center Tribute
Tribute film celebrating Tony Bennett's life and contribution to jazz music premiered at the Jazz at Lincoln Center Gala.
Kevin Olusola–I Feel Misunderstood
We don’t have to destroy the past, but we have to break the things that have been traditional or stereotyped in us to become exactly who we’re called to be. I want to shatter boundaries, only to bring all the pieces back together with a newfound harmony– Kevin Olusola
She Has Hope
Although most people know ALS as Lou Gehrig’s disease, almost half of those afflicted are female.
She Has Hope celebrates the lives of these brave and amazing women.
Dedicated to Rebecca Luker and Danny Burstein’s battle with ALS. Performed by Rebecca Luker, Tom Kitt, Brian d'Arcy James.
Night After Night (Music from the Movies of M. Night Shyamalan)
James Newton Howard and M. Night Shyamalan discuss collaborating on soundtracks across several films.
Cameron Crowe-Almost Famous, The Musical
Cameron Crowe discusses the origin story for Almost Famous (excerpt).
John Williams & Yo-Yo Ma-A Gathering of Friends
John Williams & Yo-Yo Ma discuss Schindler's List.
Rubén Blades- Una Noche Con Rubén Blades
Rubén and Carlos Henriquez discuss the show and album for Una Noche Con Ruben Blades.
The Making of Classical Dragon
Go behind the scenes of the Marcin music video inspired by True Detective, shot on location in New Orleans.
Jazz For Young People-New Orleans
Part of the educational programs for Jazz at Lincoln Center, local New Orleans musicians bring their stories and live jazz performances to public schools across New Orleans.
Naia Izumi - A Residency in The Los Angeles Area
Naia talks about the musical inspiration and concept behind his debut album.
Wadada Leo Smith - America National Parks
For one night only, Wadada Leo Smith brings “America’s National Parks” to NYC. Get a behind the scenes look at the visuals, the music, and Smith’s inspiration behind his latest creation.
Leonard Bernstein - Maestro On Record
Join Jamie, Alex, and Nina Bernstein as they talk about Leonard Bernstein and explore the contents of the special 12-CD compilation set and photo book "Leonard Bernstein – Maestro on Record."
Jazz For Young People–Brownsville, Brooklyn
A short film created for an educational fundraising drive, highlighting the Jazz for Young People program and its mission to bring the transformative power of music into schools. Shot on location at the Cultural Academy for the Arts and Sciences, a charter school in Brownsville, Brooklyn.
Let Freedom Swing– Behind the Mission
An inside look at how Jazz at Lincoln Center shapes music education and empowers young musicians nationwide.
Educator Profile
Bassist Endea Owens shares her JALC roots and her evolution from student to educator. She would later go on to be a member of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert house band.
Educator Profile
Patricia Gilkes of the Cultural Academy for the Arts and Sciences shares a personal perspective on how music and jazz helped her family navigate grief.