Music

Happy Birthday “Move On Up” Curtis Mayfield 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Funk/Soul

Happy Birthday “Move On Up” Curtis Mayfield

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Curtis Mayfield born on June 3, 1942 in Chicago Illinois, was a prominent figure in the music industry during the 1960s and 1970s. Mayfield was... Read More

🎭 Honoring the Legacy of Shirley Verrett – A Trailblazing Opera Icon 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Classical

🎭 Honoring the Legacy of Shirley Verrett – A Trailblazing Opera Icon

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Shirley Verrett wasn’t just an opera singer – she was a force of nature, captivating audiences with a voice that soared across the world’s greatest... Read More

Honoring African-American Soldiers on Memorial Day 4 min read

• African-American history
• Equal Rights
• Holiday Celebration
• Leaders
• Music
• Racism

Honoring African-American Soldiers on Memorial Day

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

On Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country, often sacrificing their lives in defense of freedom.... Read More

Miles Davis: Honoring the Legacy of a Jazz Icon — 95 Years Old 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Jazz

Miles Davis: Honoring the Legacy of a Jazz Icon — 95 Years Old

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Miles Davis, one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz, was born on May 26, 1926, in Alton, Illinois.Today, we celebrate what... Read More

Happy 100th Birthday to Jazz Innovator Marshall Allen! 2 min read

• African-American history
• Birthday
• Jazz

Happy 100th Birthday to Jazz Innovator Marshall Allen!

Ronald Bunn 2 years ago

Marshall Allen, born May 25, 1924, stands as a living legend in the world of jazz, celebrated for his trailblazing work as a musician and... Read More

A Legacy of Inspiration — It’s Called Gospel Music! 8 min read

• African-American history
• Gospel
• Music

A Legacy of Inspiration — It’s Called Gospel Music!

Ron Scott 4 years ago 3

When most people think of gospel music, the Black church immediately comes to mind — deacons and sisters shouting and animated pastors asking for Amens.... Read More

Herbie Hancock and Keyon Harrold at Central Park Summerstage 5 min read

• Jazz
• Music

Herbie Hancock and Keyon Harrold at Central Park Summerstage

Ellen Levitt 4 years ago

Jazz remains relevant to music lovers, and, people are certainly still interested in watching famous jazz musicians perform live at Central Park Summerstage. Nothing invigorates... Read More

Julia Bullock Uploads History’s Persistent Voice 9 min read

• Classical
• Music
• Opera
• Theatre

Julia Bullock Uploads History’s Persistent Voice

Jeff Oppenheim 4 years ago

The recent premiere of the new contemporary opera “Upload,” by ​​Michel van der Aa at the Park Avenue Armory confronted the audience with the idea... Read More