Orlando Bloom Instagram – Jazz saxophonist and composer Wayne Shorter passed away on March 2, 2023, at the age of 89. In the course of a career spanning over six decades, he became one of music’s iconic figures, producing a string of albums and several standard compositions that helped define the sound of jazz in the 20th century. Shorter was also a devoted member of the Soka Gakkai, and his Buddhist practice influenced both his music and his approach to life. His compositions often explored spiritual and philosophical themes, seeking to express the fundamental truths of Buddhism and convey a message of hope and courage to audiences worldwide. While his passing is a great loss to the world of music, his legacy lives on through his countless recordings and performances, inspiring and uplifting listeners around the world. Wayne Shorter will be remembered as one of the greatest jazz musicians of all time and a visionary whose music and message will endure for generations to come. “Through practicing Buddhism, I realized that nothing is wasted . . . Everything in my life has something to do with my development on the road to enlightenment.” Click the link in bio @sgi.info to read his personal experience.