LA, Dec 24: - Classical musician Van Cliburn, unsung Motown session players the Funk Brothers, folk singer Ella Jenkins, tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins, band leader Artie Shaw and folk/country guitarist Doc Watson will receive lifetime achievement Grammy Awards next year. Additionally, jazz producer Orrin Keepnews, songwriting team Gerry Goffin and Carole King, and pianist and radio host Marian McPartland will be honored with trustees awards, which recognize contributions to the industry by non-performers.
The honorees will be acknowledged as part of the weeklong celebration leading up to the 46th annual Grammy Awards, which will be held Feb. 9 at Staples Center in Los Angeles.
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