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NPR Tiny Desk Concerts Season 17, Episode 49: Bob James
The jazz pianist performs a decades-spanning set, including a new, improvised version of "Nautilus" with DJ Jazzy Jeff and Talib Kweli. Watch NPR Tiny Desk Concerts Season 17, Episode 49 Bob James in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of NPR Tiny Desk Concerts Season 17, Episode 49 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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