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Kirk Whalum’s Advice for Aspiring Musicians

Kirk Whalum
Kirk Whalum is an accomplished Jazz Saxophonist and has released albums on both Columbia Records and Warner Bros. Records. Kirks playing has received many Grammy nominations and he has worked with artists ranging from Quincy Jones to Whitney Houston. Kirk’s latest CD “Kirk Whalum Performs the Babyface Songbook” was released in 2005.
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Kirk Whalum is a Grammy nominated jazz saxophonist and has worked with a long list of musical greats. In this clip, Kirk explains that it is always importance to focus on the quality of the music you are creating. Kirk emphasizes that focusing on the quality of your skills and working hard to build your career will ultimately bring you the recognition you deserve.



Shoot Date: March 2007
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