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Gustavo Corti?as: A Jazz Drummer's Call To Action

By Lawrence Peryer | Spotlight On
July 19, 2025
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Today, the Spotlight shines on drummer and composer Gustavo Corti?as.

Gustavo's latest album, The Crisis Knows No Borders (Desaf��o Candente Records), tackles climate change head-on through music that's both urgent and beautiful. Working with guitarist

Dave Miller

guitar

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Jon Irabagon

saxophone, tenor

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Mark Feldman

violin

" data-original-title="" title="">Mark Feldman, he's created compositions that explore how global warming sparks conflicts, drives migration, and connects us all, whether we like it or not.

The Chicago-based artist has built a career using jazz as a medium for social commentary, and this new project feels especially timely as we face a world where environmental challenges refuse to respect any boundaries.

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