Jim Luce Writes on Music & Musicians

Jim believes music teaches people about the world and provides a window into other cultures.

1. Aaron Copland: The Maestro Who Harmonized America (July 15, 2014)
2. Colossal Failure of Honey B on BGT: What Really Happened? (Aug. 18, 2022)
3. Defying Norms: Willow Smith’s Unapologetic Artistry (June 18, 2022)
4. Indian Legend Plays NYC, Thanks Obama (Originally published in the Huffington Post)
5. James Baik Ascends as Cello Virtuoso with Kennedy Center Debut (June 2, 2025)
6. John, We Hardly Knew You: Reflection on Global Citizenship (Dec. 8, 2020) – 40th Anniversary of his Death
7. John Lennon’s Imagine: Timeless Anthem of Peace and Unity (July 5, 2024)
8. Musical Icons Who Championed LGBTQ+ Rights With Activism (May 19, 2025)
9. Musical Legend and Peace Activist Yoko Ono (May 23, 2024)
10. Peter Buffett and Angelique Kidjo Release Single to Support Girls in Africa
    (Originally published in The Huffington Post, May 11, 2010)
11. Peter Yarrow (May 26, 2021)
12. Peter Yarrow Hosts Orphans International’s Sixth Annual Benefit Evening (Nov. 3, 2007)
13. The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll: Legacy of Empowerment and Resilience (July 15, 2021)
14. Thought Leader and Global Citizen Wynton Marsalis (May 7, 2024)
15. Uniting People Through Music: Enduring Power Of “Stand By Me” (May 16, 2025)

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