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Meet Eddie Henderson, a cornerstone of modern jazz trumpet whose career spans innovative fusion to intimate acoustic performances. From his early prominence with Herbie Hancock's Mwandishi band (1970–1973) to leading electric and fusion groups in the 1970s, Henderson forged a path that blends electronics with melodic jazz. In the 1990s, he returned to acoustic, straight-ahead dates, showcasing a versatile voice on the trumpet. A respected educator as well as a performer, Henderson has shaped generations of players through top-tier faculty roles at Juilliard and Oberlin College, where he was promoted to full professor in 2023. His ongoing work continues to captivate audiences with a compelling blend of history, technique, and expressive range.