LISTENING TO JAZZ: EXPRESSIONS OF PROTEST AND FREEDOM

LISTENING TO JAZZ: EXPRESSIONS OF PROTEST AND FREEDOM

ONLINE WORKSHOP WITH PAUL SILBERGLEIT

While the African-American art form that is jazz arises altogether from the Black experience, certain compositions from throughout its history have dealt more explicitly than others with the subjects of racism, civil rights, and cultural and community pride. Join MJI’s Paul Silbergleit to take a closer look at famous musical statements of this kind, with or without words, from Billie Holiday, Charles Mingus, Duke Ellington, and other jazz giants.

Cost: $15

Attendees need to purchase advance tickets. Attendees will receive a link and instructions an hour prior to the event to allow easy access to the workshop from a computer, tablet, or smartphone via Zoom Video Conferencing. Registration is open until 15 minutes before the start of the workshop. Links will be sent promptly to those who sign up just prior to the start time. 

Participants will be able to see and hear the instructor through live video. Attendees will not be seen on video but will have the option of asking questions during the session. Please call (414) 234-5565 or send an email to mji@milwaukeejazzinstitute.org if you have questions or need more info.