Jordan VanHemert on “Survival of the Fittest,” Jazz Legacy & Social Justice
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with Jazz Saxophonist, Composer, and Educator Jordan VanHemert. We dive into the release of his powerful new 2025 album, Survival of the Fittest, marking his fifth critically acclaimed project. This release features a stellar lineup, including Terell Stafford, producer Michael Dease, Helen Sung, Rodney Whitaker, and Lewis Nash—a true all-star ensemble.
Born in Korea and raised in Michigan, Jordan VanHemert brings a bold, politically conscious voice to modern jazz, using the genre as a tool for dialogue on race, identity, and social…
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