The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announced a one-year extension of Herbie Hancock’s contract as the William Powers & Carolyn Powers Creative Chair for Jazz through the Hollywood Bowl 2017 summer season and the 2017/18 winter season at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Hancock, who was recently honored as the Grammy Award’s 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, began his tenure as chair in 2010. The upcoming seasons will include artists such as Dr. John, Gladys Knight, Jeff Beck, Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana, Carlos Vives, Patti Austin, Terri Lyne Carrington, Kamasi Washington, Terence Blanchard and Cécile McLorin Salvant.

“I am honored to extend my partnership with the Los Angeles Philharmonic,” Hancock said. “Together, we will continue our shared commitment and dedication to the jazz genre by presenting unique musical experiences featuring the best of today’s artists.”