Terence Blanchard

Heralded as “a trumpeter of expressive urgency and a composer of expansive vision,” by the New York Times, multi-Grammy winner Terence Blanchard’s sound represents a singular place in contemporary culture, extending beyond jazz’s reach.

His E-Collective is a groove-based quintet, teeming with funk, rock, and R&B. This revolutionary ensemble delivers a mixture of Blanchard’s genius and the innovations of his band mates. It’s the natural next dimension for a master trumpeter who has helped shape the contours of modern jazz
As a film composer, Blanchard has crafted the sound for the majority of Spike Lee Films that include most recently Chi-Raq. Other notable films include Kevin Costner's "Black & White", George Lucas' "Red Tails" and the up and coming 'Comedian" by Taylor Hackford.