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Lexi Hamner will be paired with established artists as part of Next Jazz Legacy, a three-year, national program launched to help make the music community more inclusive.

Next Jazz Legacy has announced the first seven emerging women and non-binary awardees selected for the new program that aims to increase opportunities for underrepresented jazz musicians.

NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington on the necessity and goals for Next Jazz Legacy's three-year national apprenticeship program.

Seven emerging women or nonbinary musicians will receive intensive mentorship through Next Jazz Legacy, a joint effort of New Music USA and the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice.

Next Jazz Legacy has announced its list of seven women and non-binary awardees. Awards include mentorship and apprenticeships.