About this episode

The episode features trumpeter Tom Harrell discussing his career and challenges with bipolar disorder.

Trumpeter/composer Tom Harrell (born June 16, 1946) has overcome daunting physical and mental obstacles to become one of the most important musicians of his generation. Heavily medicated to deal with his bipolar disorder, he still maintains a busy performing, recording, and composing schedule. Early in his career he toured with Stan Kenton, Woody Herman, Horace Silver, and Phil Woods. He appears on over 85 recordings, 40 as a leader, and his compositions offer fresh slants on the jazz tradition.

People in this episode

Guest: Tom Harrell

Topics covered

• jazz
• musicians
• bipolar disorder
• composition
• performance

Keywords

• Tom Harrell
• jazz trumpeter
• bipolar disorder
• music career
• jazz compositions

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Stan Kenton, Woody Herman, Horace Silver, Phil Woods

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