Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with Renowned New York City-based Jazz Educator, Composer, Arranger, and Pianist Rich Shemaria. With decades of experience and collaborations with musical legends like Lady Gaga, Stevie Wonder, and Michael & Randy Brecker, Rich has become a powerful creative force in the global jazz scene.

We dive into his latest groundbreaking work, Requiem for the Lost, a bold, thought-provoking composition that grapples with the ethical dilemmas of genetic resurrection and climate change. Inspired by modern efforts to revive extinct species like the dire wolf, Rich uses music to raise questions about the boundaries of science and the consequences of manipulating nature.

From his base in NYC, Rich continues to shape the next generation of jazz artists and push the envelope of musical storytelling. This interview offers deep insights into art, ethics, and the evolving role of jazz in society.

🎵 Learn More About Rich Shemaria: richshemaria.com

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Joe Dimino has been writing & creating in a variety of capacities since his college days at the University of Missouri-Kansas City somewhere around 1993. If you are keeping score, that would be about 29 years+. It all began at UMKCs University News as a Sports Writer & turned into a myriad of expressive avenues. Inventing poems, art, video & audio has always been in the proverbial cards.