Hindy Bare Interview – Jillo (2026) | Jazz, Blues & Inspiring Comeback
Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series. On this episode, we talk with San Diego-based jazz keyboardist and composer Hindy Bare. We dive into her debut 2026 album Jillo, a powerful and personal project inspired by Jill Ker Conway, the first female president of Smith College.
Hindy shares her journey through jazz and blues, including her work with guitarist Fuzzy Watkins and her evolution as a solo artist. After raising a family, she returned to school during the pandemic to earn a master’s degree in jazz—proving it’s never too late to pursue your passion.
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