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Genius grant winner Immanuel Wilkins on music and Black history

Original: 'Genius grant' winner Immanuel Wilkins explains how he weaves Black history into his music

Saxophonist and composer Immanuel Wilkins, named a MacArthur Fellow — often called a 'genius grant' winner — explains how he weaves Black history into his music. In an interview with NPR, Wilkins discusses the influences and ideas behind his work, which draws on African American experience and memory, and what the prestigious fellowship means for his creative path.

Why now: He was just named a MacArthur Fellow, and his reflections on Black history in jazz are drawing fresh attention.

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