A captivating portrait of the life and influence of Native American jazz saxophone pioneer Jim Pepper. Always in the vanguard, Pepper is remembered for his soaring tone and as a musician who played with the giants of jazz including Don Cherry, Ornette Coleman, Dewey Redman and Keith Jarrett, and on the renowned stages of Europe. A unique talent, Pepper merged his musical roots as a Creek/Kaw Indian with his passion for jazz to form a unique fusion that continues to inspire. More than 10 years in the making, this remarkable and intimate portrait breaks stereotypes by covering fresh ground, and views Pepper's life as a metaphor for many indigenous people who are struggling to walk in two worlds with one spirit. For a biography and detailed discography of Jim Pepper, click here.
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