Reaching Beyond

Discover the harmonious blend of jazz, Buddhism, and personal growth. In Reaching Beyond, Daisaku Ikeda, Herbie Hancock, and Wayne Shorter explore the depths of jazz and its connection to Buddhist philosophy. Reflect on their lives and careers, as Hancock and Shorter share lessons learned from musical mentors like Miles Davis and Art Blakey, and how Ikeda's Buddhist teachings resonate with jazz's emancipatory spirit. This book offers new perspectives for musicians and anyone seeking a joyful life. Explore topics like:- Music's mission for peace- The artist's spiritual growth- Changing poison into medicine- Making the "e;ideal America"e; a realityReaching Beyond is for those seeking inspiration, intercultural understanding, and personal transformation.