Cultural Arts & Book Series Opening Night – Larry Tye

Sunday, November 3, 2024
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

University of Dayton Roger Glass Center for the Arts
29 Creative Way
Dayton, OH 45479

The Jazzmen: How Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, and Count Basie Transformed America

The Jazzmen by Larry Tye is a captivating exploration of the lives and music of some of the most influential figures in jazz history. Tye delves into the personal and professional stories of three of the most iconic jazz legends, highlighting their contributions to the genre and their impact on American culture, especially the civil rights movement and their bonds with Jewish musicians and managers. Through rich anecdotes and thorough research, Tye paints a vivid picture of the jazz scene, bringing to life the vibrant and often tumultuous world of these groundbreaking musicians. The book is a tribute to the creativity, resilience, and enduring legacy of the jazzmen who shaped the soundscape of the 20th century.

Featuring a performance by the Dayton Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Willie Morris III.

In partnership with the University of Dayton Departments of Communication and Music and the Alumni Chair in the Humanities.

$10/person (No cost for students with a valid student ID). Free parking nearby in Lot S-1.

Questions? Contact Stacy Emoff at semoff@jfgd.net.