Jazz and the Civil Rights Movement with Galen Abdur-Razzaq
Professional flautist and music educator Galen Abdur-Razzaq will discuss prominent artists, their music, and their influence on the evolution of jazz on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m.
The program begins with a flute prelude performed by Galen and continues with pre-recorded musical examples that illustrate how the genre became an advocate for the Civil Rights Movement. The program is sponsored by Essex Library Association, Granby Public Library, Edith Wheeler Memorial Library, Goshen Public Library, and Mansfield Public Library.
Galen’s goal is to offer an understanding and appreciation of jazz and its historical importance. A recording artist, composer, arranger, and educator, his performance portfolio includes such greats as Billy Taylor, Sonny Phillips, Gwen Guthrie, Jimmy Heath, Melba Moore, and Sun Ra.
This virtual program on Zoom is free and open to the public. For more information or to register, visit www.youressexlibrary.org or call the Essex Library at 860-767-1560.