Joe Farnsworth: The Big Room (2025) – Jazz Drumming, Legacy & Inspiration from the Masters
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. We talk with acclaimed jazz drummer Joe Farnsworth about his 2025 album The Big Room — a powerful tribute to the inspiration and wisdom passed down from jazz legends. The term “The Big Room” was first introduced to Joe by the great Max Roach, during a memorable night at NYC’s famed Bradley’s, as they watched the incomparable Billy Higgins soar during a solo.
Farnsworth carries this legacy forward with a stunning lineup featuring Jeremy Pelt, Sarah Hanahan, Joel Ross, Emmet Cohen, and Yasushi Nakamura. Speaking from his touring base…
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