How do jazz composers balance the technical capabilities of an instrument with the specific creative strengths of the performer? How does a jazz musician move through the stages of imitation and assimilation to reach innovation? In this episode of the Research Remix, Shawn Purcell invites listeners into a conversation about the creative research behind his latest album, the process of transcribing his own improvisations, and how performance and pedagogy inform one another. Don't forget to check out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠companion playlist ⁠⁠⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3Zgsg6O⁠⁠⁠) and follow us so you never miss an episode! Download episode transcripts and resources for this season at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/remix-season-4⁠⁠⁠.