Renowned jazz drummer and bandleader, Terri Lyne Carrington, recently graced the NPR Tiny Desk stage with a performance that balanced heavy messages with feel-good beats. Carrington, a seasoned musician with a 40-year career, has worked with jazz legends like Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter and is known for her activism and mentorship efforts in the jazz community. As the founder of the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice, she advocates for "Jazz Without Patriarchy."

During her Tiny Desk concert, Carrington showcased her exceptional talent through songs that resonated with the audience. Her influential career includes collaborations with Dizzy Gillespie, Stan Getz, and Joe Sample, among others. Notably, she made history by becoming the first female musician to win a Grammy in the Best Jazz Instrumental Album category in 2013. In addition to her musical endeavors, Carrington hosts a show on SiriusXM's Real Jazz and is actively involved in various jazz organizations and educational initiatives. Her dedication to pushing boundaries in the jazz world and advocating for gender equality cements her status as a powerhouse in the industry.