Masters Series Masterclass: A Conversation with Kenny G and Phil Lerman

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Join renowned musician Kenny G for a freewheeling, intimate conversation with longtime Chautauquan Phil Lerman -- co-author of Kenny’s recent autobiography Life in the Key of G. How did a kid who once got hassled for his lunch money become the world’s most successful instrumental musician? Does he really still practice three hours every day? And what was the fast one he pulled on the Johnny Carson show that launched -- but almost destroyed -- his career? In this candid discussion, Kenny G reflects on his remarkable journey as the incomparable musician with the straight sax, the flowing hair, and some of the most memorable melodies in history. With plenty of time for Q&A, audiences will gain insight into the music, the man, and the creation of the genre known as smooth jazz, beloved by generations.
Kenny G

Kenny G is the greatest selling instrumental musician of the modern era, and one of the best-selling artists of all time. With global sales totaling more than 75-million records and 1.5 billion streams, the saxophone icon has accumulated a staggering 24-award nominations throughout his 50-year career and has taken home a Grammy Award, American Music Award, two NAACP Awards, Multiple Billboard music awards, and two Soul Train Music Awards. 

Kenny published his long-awaited memoir, Life in the Key of G and became the subject of Penny Lane’s HBO Documentary - Listening To Kenny G. The book is heartfelt, funny, and fascinating sharing how skinny Kenneth Gorelick, the kid who got hassled for his lunch money in a Seattle high school, became one of the most celebrated and revered virtuosos in the music industry. He uncovers how he’s managed to rise above the fray, tune out the critics, and live a life filled with happiness and humor. 


Philip Lerman

PHILIP LERMAN is a writer/producer from Washington DC. He produced “America’s Most Wanted” on Fox and “Made in Spain” on PBS, and was national editor of USA TODAY. Lerman wrote “Where Have All The Flowers Gone,” about the Woodstock Generation, and lectured in Chautauqua in 2008 about his book “Dadditude.”

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Week 9 - Masters Series Masterclass: A Conversation with Kenny G and Phil Lerman Week 9 | Aug 27 - Aug 27
Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
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