NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with guitarist Pat Metheny about his new album "MoonDial."

The revered interdisciplinary artist, now in her 80s, remains vigorous and regards the joy of curiosity as the key to staying young.

The NPR Music Tiny Desk Contest got nearly 7,000 entries this year. Here are some of the notable jazz entries.

It’s summertime! Celebrate the season of sun and sounds with live music from some of our favorite festivals around the world.

The award for lifetime artistic achievements will also recognize jazz trumpeter, pianist and composer Arturo Sandoval. The Apollo Theater will receive a special Honors as "an iconic American institution."

The songleader, civil rights activist and scholar died Tuesday at the age of 81.

The New York-bred and Los Angeles- based pianist and multi-instrumentalist has been regarded as a young master in the jazz world.

Oran Etkin creates musical connections around the globe. He also makes instruments come to life in his Timbalooloo program for children.

The versatile singer, who emphasizes self-acceptance, says his mission is to be a bridge from the classical community to pop, jazz and R & B. And if you’re not a fan, that’s okay.

Virtuosic pianist and composer Beethoven suffered from several debilitating ailments. A new study suggests lead poisoning may be at least partly to blame.