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By Chris J. Walker “You better start swimmin’ or you’ll sink like a stone,” Bob Dylan stated profoundly in 1963. Throughout its unrivaled 65-year history, the Monterey Jazz Festival has demonstrated an uncanny ability to keep swimming (figuratively): to adapt, survive, and flourish. COVID-19 made Monterey a virtual event in 2020, highlighting concerts of the past; in 2021 the MJF’s capacity was reduced, and most of the music happened in the daytime. This year, for round number 65, the festival came roaring back with full-capacity audiences and a complete schedule featuring a colossal roster of…