Jazz & The Civil Rights Movement Virtual Program

On Monday, February 21, at 2 p.m., jazz flautist and jazz history expert Galen Abdur-Razzaq will provide an afternoon of entertainment and education. Learn about the history of Jazz and its role in the Civil Rights Movement at this program that is part lecture, part musical performance. This is an event that jazz lovers won’t want to miss!

Galen studied at the Berklee College of Music and holds a Master's Degree in Performing Arts and Education from Rutgers University. He is a riveting speaker who has performed about the history of jazz at colleges and universities for over 30 years. 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. Please register to receive the Zoom link.

For more information, please call 828-304-0500. Patrick Beaver Memorial Library is located at 375 3rd Street NE on the SALT Block. All library programs are free and open to the public. Advanced registration is required for this program to attend virtually. To register, call 828-304-0500 or sign up online at https://www.hickorync.gov/calendar/events/category/library/.