Led by Diné (Navajo) jazz trumpeter and composer Delbert Anderson, the Delbert Anderson Quartet blends Indigenous tradition with contemporary jazz and funk to create a sound that is both deeply rooted and boldly innovative. A culture bearer and creative force in today’s jazz scene, Anderson draws inspiration from traditional Diné “spinning songs,” reimagining them through the lens of modern improvisation and rhythm.

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The quartet—featuring dynamic musicians from diverse backgrounds—crafts rich, genre-crossing compositions that honor the Diné principles of Hózhó (harmony, beauty, balance) and K’é (kinship). These values infuse every performance, offering audiences a powerful and moving experience that bridges ancestral legacy and present-day expression.

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More than performers, the Delbert Anderson Quartet is also committed to cultural outreach and education. Through community workshops and wellness programs, they promote self-expression, cross-cultural dialogue, and collective healing—extending the impact of their music beyond the stage.