Henry Minton opened what would become an historic landmark in the story of Black music and culture -- now, after nearly a ...

Black History Month events in Norwich include music and storytelling at the Norwich Arts Center, a food festival, and an ...

"It was a mix of everything that was great about Black culture," a Hofstra professor says of the genre, which burned bright ...

Looking for something to do in New York? Enjoy laughs with Liza Treyger, learn about Clara Schumann, or see the Urban Bush ...

Jazz musician John Coltrane playing in June 1966 at the Drome Lounge in Detroit. (Leni Sinclair / ) On Dec. 9, 1964, ...

The Many Dimensions of Dexter Gordon article by Arthur R George, published on February 6, 2025 at All About Jazz. Find more ...

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Musical genius Duke Ellington crafted nearly 2,000 compositions across five remarkable decades, enchanting audiences through ...

What is Vy Higginsen’s most famous contribution to musical theater? Vy Higginsen co-wrote “Mama, I Want to Sing!”, which became the longest-running black off-Broadway musical in American history, ...

Christina made her directorial debut with the show last fall. She has starred on Broadway in The Who’s “TOMMY” revival, ...

One this special edition of Encore! we speak with jazz historian Dr. Richard Birkemeier, the producer and director of a ...

This label’s 86-year run has been one of the most storied in jazz — and it’s still going. Hear tracks by Wayne Shorter, Sonny ...