Herbie Hancock: Possibilities

De: Herbie Hancock, Lisa Dickey

Narrado por: Herbie Hancock

The long-awaited memoir by one of the most influential and beloved musicians of our time.

In Herbie Hancock legendary jazz musician and composer Herbie Hancock reflects on a thriving career that has spanned seven decades. A true innovator, Hancock has had an enormous influence on both acoustic and electric jazz, R&B and hip-hop, with his ongoing exploration of different musical genres, garnering 14 Grammy Awards along the way.

From his beginnings as a child prodigy to his work in Miles Davis's second great quintet; from his innovations as the leader of his own groundbreaking sextet to his collaborations with everyone from Wayne Shorter to Joni Mitchell and Stevie Wonder; Herbie Hancock reveals the method behind Hancock's undeniable musical genius.

Hancock discusses his musical influences, colorful behind-the-scenes stories, his long and happy marriage, and how Buddhism inspires him creatively and personally. Honest, enlightening, and as electrifyingly vital as the man who wrote it, Herbie Hancock promises to be an invaluable contribution to jazz literature and a must-read for fans and music lovers.

©2014 Penguin Audio (P)2014 Herbie Hancock

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Herbie Hancock has led a fascinating life. And the story of that life makes a fascinating book." (Peter Keepnews, The New York Times Book Review, Editor’s Choice)

"Few jazz biographies are perfect, though Hancock’s Possibilities come closer than some." (Kevin Whitehead, Fresh Air)

"[Possibilities is] very effective at its paramount task: getting the reader to dig into the catalog of this restless jazz genius with newly edified ears." (The Boston Globe)

Smiled throughout the book

A wonderful story. And read by Herbie made it even better.I would highly recommend this to anyone and especially to jazz fans.

Music, life, spirituality at it's best

Loved it. Was glad to hear the author read the book. A great honest account of music, life, spirituality, and growth. AWESOME.

Hancock lives in solutions mode.

Mr.Hancock explains how to experience music in very gentle way. He examines by taking it apart,and it becomes more when he puts it back together.He is truly a musician,who has through his searches of different varieties of artists and music genre has led him to knowing that we all have come from one source..

Jazz Icon & Pianist read by Herbie!

Loved it. Get to know the person behind all that great music as told by the author himself.

Breath-taking book about jazz and life

Listening Herbie reading his book was an amazing experience. I kearnt so much about music and life.

Awesome, Honest, Funny, Interesting!

As a fan of music and a fan of jazz and autobiographies this is far and away my favorite autobiography ever and the fact that it was read by the author made it even that much more special. absolutely a must-read!

great stories from a great artist.

the author preached Buddhism excessively that felt it of place. I love Herbie but I want looking for a reason to chant

Interesting, informative, well read

Hearing Herbie Hancock read his own biography was a joy and added to the content. It was also interesting and informative about a lot of his major works and how they came about. I enjoyed how he worked his life during and between major albums. If you are a music or autobiography lover, this is an easy pickup

Herbie the great

Great book, easy read, herbie takes u on a great journey through music and life...

Herbie rules!

Fine story telling with sooo many great characters!
Brilliant career!
Herbie is so daam cool!