Miles Davis 100: Byron Wallen
British trumpeter Byron Wallen selects three of his best-loved records by Miles Davis to celebrate the centenary of one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music.
This week, Soweto celebrates the centenary of Miles Davis, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century music, as part of Miles Davis 100 on Radio 3. From Monday to Thursday, Soweto invites four musicians to select three of their favourite Miles records and share how he has influenced them. To begin, Soweto welcomes his first guest, innovative trumpeter, composer and educator Byron Wallen.
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