Jazz legend Herbie Hancock began playing piano at the age of seven. He would go on to play with Miles Davis before forming his own bands and working with musicians such as Sting, Dave Matthews, Paul Simon, Lang Lang, Christina Aguilera, and Carlos Santana. Hancock also won an Oscar for the score of Round Midnight. In 2011 he was named UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador and he was a recipient of the Kennedy Center Honors in 2013. He lives in Los Angeles.
Herbie Hancock has led a fascinating life. And the story of that
life makes a fascinating book.
Peter Keepnews, The New York Times Book Review (Editor s
Choice)
Few jazz biographies are perfect, though Hancock s Possibilities
come closer than some.
Kevin Whitehead, Fresh Air
[Possibilities is] very effective at its paramount task: getting
the reader to dig into the catalog of this restless jazz genius
with newly edified ears.
The Boston Globe
Hancock, a Buddhist, writes about his spiritual journey in
Possibilities but isn t preachy about his its effect on his life,
relationships, music and philosophy. His stories of famous jazz
artists are done with reverence and a sense of reporting, for the
record, many artists who didn t achieve as much fame as others but
should be given their equal artistic due.
New York Journal of Books
Revelations come thick and fast in this terrific page-turner.
Honest, self-effacing, and packed with good stories Possibilities
presents an intimate self-portrait of one of popular music s most
influential and affable keyboardists.
Mojo Magazine
Possibilities is a vividly written reflection on his own life and a
way of living.
Milwaukee Shepherd Express
A mind blowing who s who of jazz music . . . Amazing work here for
musician and fan alike.
Ebony.com
As the pianist relates his outre journey toward redemption, it
becomes clear that spirituality and love have played overarching
roles in his continued success and evolution.
Alibi
Melodically weaving the notes of his personal life around his
exploration of numerous music genres from classical and R&B to
funk and hip-hop, renowned pianist Hancock elegantly composes a
tuneful sound track of his life in music.
Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
A warm, inspiring book by a man who seems to have little ego
despite a career spent near the peak of his art. Recommended
reading for jazz aficionados.
Kirkus
He has remained true to his art and his (Buddhist) poise during
turbulent times, and his description of his upbringing and
encounters with often turbulent individuals (not least of them
Davis) provides a unique slant on America s musical scene.
Booklist
Brilliant . . . reveals the method behind this remarkable jazz
performer . . . a testament to a man who faced in life what seemed
impossible and made it possible.
Library Journal
This book is many treasures. You have to read it to understand
Herbie Hancock, to read and understand Mr. Hancock explaining how
he achieved things. It is also a great treasure to make contact.
The contact is you and Herbie telling you about himself. You are
receiving the information and understandings of himself to you. He
is very, very clear. Thank you, Herbie, because so many geniuses
like yourself in the arts have trouble defining themselves and what
they do.
Bill Cosby
Herbie and I have been brothers since before electricity! One of my
favorite things about Herbie is that both he and I aim to
de-categorize music; we don t think of music in terms of genres or
rules, we both live outside the box and love good music, no matter
the genre. If you like piano, or jazz, or music, or great stories,
or life itself, you will love this book. Herbie Hancock has been
electrifying audiences for decades, and now he s about to do it to
readers, too.
Quincy Jones
Herbie Hancock s new book, Possibilities, elevates, transforms, and
illumines consciousness. This wealth of insight opens winder the
space of possibilities with raw honesty, courage, and curiosity. It
takes us into a place of brilliant alchemy of God s life, music,
and humor. Genius IS as genius does.
Carlos Santana
Herbie Hancock is one of the greats. His book is a fascinating
account of his time in the music business. From Miles Davis to Paul
Simon and beyond, Herbie s stories are an insightful delight for
all of us.
Paul McCartney"
"Herbie Hancock has led a fascinating life. And the story of that
life makes a fascinating book."
--Peter Keepnews, "The New York Times Book Review" (Editor's
Choice)
"Few jazz biographies are perfect, though Hancock's "Possibilities"
come closer than some."
--Kevin Whitehead, "Fresh Air"
"["Possibilities" is] very effective at its paramount task: getting
the reader to dig into the catalog of this restless jazz genius
with newly edified ears."
"--""The Boston Globe"
"Hancock, a Buddhist, writes about his spiritual journey in
"Possibilities" but isn't preachy about his its effect on his life,
relationships, music and philosophy. His stories of famous jazz
artists are done with reverence and a sense of reporting, for the
record, many artists who didn't achieve as much fame as others but
should be given their equal artistic due."
"--""New York Journal of Books"
"Revelations come thick and fast in this terrific page-turner.
Honest, self-effacing, and packed with good stories "Possibilities"
presents an intimate self-portrait of one of popular music's most
influential and affable keyboardists."
"--""Mojo Magazine"
""Possibilities" is a vividly written reflection on his own
life--and a way of living."
"--""Milwaukee Shepherd Express"
"A mind blowing who's who of jazz music . . . Amazing work here for
musician and fan alike."
"--""Ebony.com"
"As the pianist relates his outre journey toward redemption, it
becomes clear that spirituality and love have played overarching
roles in his continued success and evolution."
"--""Alibi"
"Melodically weaving the notes of his personal life around his
exploration of numerous music genres from classical and R&B to
funk and hip-hop, renowned pianist Hancock elegantly composes a
tuneful sound track of his life in music."
"--""Publishers Weekly "(Starred Review)
"A warm, inspiring book by a man who seems to have little ego
despite a career spent near the peak of his art. Recommended
reading for jazz aficionados."
"--Kirkus"
"He has remained true to his art and his (Buddhist) poise during
turbulent times, and his description of his upbringing and
encounters with often turbulent individuals (not least of them
Davis) provides a unique slant on America's musical scene."
"--Booklist "
"Brilliant . . . reveals the method behind this remarkable jazz
performer . . . a testament to a man who faced in life what seemed
impossible and made it possible."
"--Library Journal"
"This book is many treasures. You have to read it to understand
Herbie Hancock, to read and understand Mr. Hancock explaining how
he achieved things. It is also a great treasure to make contact.
The contact is you and Herbie telling you about himself. You are
receiving the information and understandings of himself to you. He
is very, very clear. Thank you, Herbie, because so many geniuses
like yourself in the arts have trouble defining themselves and what
they do."
"--"Bill Cosby
"Herbie and I have been brothers since before electricity! One of
my favorite things about Herbie is that both he and I aim to
de-categorize music; we don't think of music in terms of genres or
rules, we both live outside the box and love good music, no matter
the genre. If you like piano, or jazz, or music, or great stories,
or life itself, you will love this book. Herbie Hancock has been
electrifying audiences for decades, and now he's about to do it to
readers, too."
"--"Quincy Jones
Herbie Hancock's new book, "Possibilities," elevates, transforms,
and illumines consciousness. This wealth of insight opens winder
the space of possibilities with raw honesty, courage, and
curiosity. It takes us into a place of brilliant alchemy of God's
life, music, and humor. Genius IS as genius does."
"--"Carlos Santana
"Herbie Hancock is one of the greats. His book is a fascinating
account of his time in the music business. From Miles Davis to Paul
Simon and beyond, Herbie's stories are an insightful delight for
all of us."
"--"Paul McCartney
"This book is many treasures. You have to read it to understand
Herbie Hancock, to read and understand Mr. Hancock explaining how
he achieved things. It is also a great treasure to make contact.
The contact is you and Herbie telling you about himself. You are
receiving the information and understandings of himself to you. He
is very, very clear. Thank you, Herbie, because so many geniuses
like yourself in the arts have trouble defining themselves and what
they do."
--Bill Cosby "Herbie and I have been brothers since before
electricity! One of my favorite things about Herbie is that both he
and I aim to de-categorize music; we don't think of music in terms
of genres or rules, we both live outside the box and love good
music, no matter the genre. If you like piano, or jazz, or music,
or great stories, or life itself, you will love this book. Herbie
Hancock has been electrifying audiences for decades, and now he's
about to do it to readers, too."
--Quincy Jones "Herbie Hancock's new book "Possibilities "elevates,
transforms, and illumines consciousness. This wealth of insight
opens wider the space of possibilities with raw honesty, courage,
and curiosity. It takes us into a place of brilliant alchemy of
God's life, music, and humor. Genius IS genius does."
--Carlos Santana
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