Jazz and the Civil Rights Movement
Jazz and the Civil Rights Movement
Learn about the influence of jazz on the Civil Rights Movement in this virtual presentation by flutist and educator Galen Abdur-Razzaq.
Galen's presentation chronicles the music from the turn of the century to present day and highlights various artists, their music, their influence on the evolution of jazz, and their struggles. In addition, he illustrates how jazz became an advocacy for the Civil Rights Movement, with proceeds from jazz concerts used to finance major events such as Freedom Rides and the March on Washington in 1963. The lecture is infused with music demonstrations and a 15-20 minute Q&A session will follow.
This program will be conducted via MaX UC, an online meeting platform. Attendees can join the meeting via computer or telephone. Registration is required with e-mail address. Registrants will receive instructions for joining the meeting on the day of the event. If you have any questions, please contact Program Librarian Lauren McCauley at lauren.mccauley@lib.de.us
- Date:
- Monday, October 18, 2021
- Time:
- 4:00pm - 5:30pm Eastern Time
- Location:
- Rehoboth Beach Public Library Zoom Meeting
- Library:
- Rehoboth Beach Public Library
- Audience:
- Adults Older Adults
- Categories:
- Community and Culture History and Genealogy