Music Without Borders:
Advancing Jazz Diplomacy through Scholarship and Performance
Connecting Cultures Through Jazz
– A Legacy of Thought Leadership and Collaboration
Jazz Diplomacy Through Research and Scholarship
As a Senior Fulbright Specialist and international lecturer, Hank Hehmsoth has dedicated his career to advancing cultural diplomacy through jazz. From workshops in Santiago, Chile, to thought-provoking lectures at the Athens Institute for Education and Research (ATINER), his work bridges gaps, fosters understanding, and expands the boundaries of jazz.
My ATINER Contributions
Paper 1:
Title: Creativity: The Myth and the Role of Research in Creative Work
Summary:
This paper examines the origins of creativity and explores how research informs and enhances the creative process in music composition.
Paper 2:
Title: Global Jazz: Pushing Its Boundaries with Harmonic, Metric, and Instrumental Devices
Summary:
An exploration of how innovative approaches to harmony, rhythm, and instrumentation can push the boundaries of jazz on a global scale.
Integrating Research, Performance, and Cultural Diplomacy
In Santiago, Chile, at the ProJazz Institute, Hank led master classes and workshops showcasing the transformative power of jazz in fostering cultural exchange. His lectures at ATINER emphasized jazz’s role in diplomacy, while his performance legacy continues to inspire musicians globally.
ProJazz Lecture
The MacDowell Lectures
jazz is a symbol of freedom and democracy,
the Freedom Expressed in Jazz
Kandinsky Trio: Three Shades of Blue —International Performances
Demonstrating the Power of Jazz
Braille music resources for blind musicians learning jazz
inspiring global understanding
Your Right to Create
Creativity: Where Does it Come From?
Texas Jazz Night in Chile
Spotlight on Jazz and Cultural Diplomacy
Featured Video:
Title: Live Performance – Fulbright Jazz Specialist Visit to Chile (2016)
Summary:
During his second Fulbright Jazz Specialist visit to Chile, Hank Hehmsoth performed with an all-Chilean band at Universitat Centrál in Santiago. The concert, featuring his friend and talented vocalist Francisca Ramírez, was a vibrant celebration of jazz diplomacy. Joined by Texas State colleagues Russell Haight (tenor sax) and Utah Hamrick (bass), the performance showcased jazz’s universal appeal and its power to connect cultures.
Additional Context:
Hosted by: Projazz Professional Institute & Fulbright Chile Commission
Notable Guests:
Ambassador Lawrence N. Corwin (US Embassy-Chile)
Antonio Campaña (Executive Director, Fulbright Commission Chile)
What Others Are Saying
“Hank’s lectures at ATINER showcased the depth of his research and his passion for connecting cultures through jazz.”
“His work as a cultural diplomat is unparalleled, blending performance and scholarship to inspire global audiences.”
Interested in learning more about Hank Hehmsoth’s research, performances, or contributions to jazz diplomacy?
Contact me today!
Upcoming Performances
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JAN 8, 2025
Austin, TX
Venue: Times Ten - Elephant Room
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JAN 28, 2025
Austin, TX
Venue: Double Vision - Elephant Room
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FEB 6, 2025
Austin, TX
Venue: Eddie Durham Celebration - Parker Jazz
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FEB 7, 2025
San Marcos, TX
Venue: Eddie Durham Celebration - Evans Auditorium
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FEB 25, 2025
Austin, TX
Venue: Double Vision - Elephant Room
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