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The Life of John Coltrane
Episode 103

The Life of John Coltrane

John Coltrane died too young, at the age of 40, in 1967. But the master saxophonist packed his years with enough musical innovation for several lifetimes. In the new documentary “Chasing Trane,” director John Scheinfeld tells Coltrane's story through the eyes and ears of contemporaries and fans. Coltrane’s words are voiced by Denzel Washington. — Thom Powers and Raphaela Neihausen For more information, click here to visit the official film web site.

Documentary of the Week

April 14, 20171m 55s

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John Coltrane died too young, at the age of 40, in 1967. But the master saxophonist packed his years with enough musical innovation for several lifetimes. In the new documentary “Chasing Trane,” director John Scheinfeld tells Coltrane's story through the eyes and ears of contemporaries and fans. Coltrane’s words are voiced by Denzel Washington.

— Thom Powers and Raphaela Neihausen

For more information, click here to visit the official film web site.

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