Wayne Shorter ’60s Jazz Archive Revealed New York

Jazz saxophonist Wayne Shorter, who passed away in 2023, left behind a significant archive of his work including scores, audio recordings, artwork, photographs, and letters that the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts has recently acquired. Shorter, known for his collaborations with Miles Davis and other jazz legends, quietly amassed this extensive collection over his seven-decade career, which now serves as a vital piece of jazz history. Miles Davis, whose style continuously evolved from the 1940s through the 1970s, was notably influenced by the funk band Funkadelic, whose psychedelic sound helped shape Davis' groundbreaking album 'On the Corner.' Davis’ openness to musical innovation and his appreciation for diverse influences like George Clinton's Funkadelic illustrate his forward-thinking approach that kept jazz vibrant and evolving. These collections and influences highlight the lasting impact of jazz icons like Shorter and Davis on music history and culture.