Eight jazz musicians among Doris Duke award winners

Jason Moran, Henry Threadgill and Matana Roberts are among those recognised and given substantial awards from America's Doris Duke Charitable Foundation.

Published 5th May 2016

Eight jazz artists are among those named as recipients of substantial awards from America’s Doris Duke Charitable Foundation. These awards are given, “in recognition of their creative vitality and ongoing contributions to the fields of dance, jazz and theatre.” Each will receive $275,000 funding spread over several years, financial and legal assistance, professional development and learning opportunities.

Doris Duke Charitable Foundation award recipients:

Dave Douglas - trumpeter, composer and record label owner
Fred Hersch - pianist and composer
Wayne Horvitz - keyboardist, composer and producer
Jason Moran - pianist and composer
Matana Roberts - saxophonist and composer
Jen Shyu - vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, composer and dancer
Wadada Leo Smith - trumpeter and composer
Henry Threadgill - saxophonist and composer