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Jazz Roots Unveiled: Leon Anderson Live
9 Jul
Summary
- Goodwood Museum launches new music series Goodwood Live.
- First event features jazz drummer Leon Anderson Jr.
- Series connects music to its history and culture.
Goodwood Museum & Gardens will introduce Goodwood Live, a new series aiming to connect audiences with the stories behind music. The series begins with 'An Evening of Jazz with the Leon Anderson Quartet' on Thursday, July 23, featuring a performance and lecture by Leon Anderson Jr., Director of Jazz Studies at Florida State University.
The concept behind Goodwood Live is to make music more meaningful by understanding its historical and cultural context. Jazz, described as America's original art form, emerged from a blend of African, Caribbean, European, and American traditions, reflecting the nation's experiences. Anderson emphasizes that jazz and blues are foundational to many modern music genres.
Guests at the July 23 event can expect an exploration of jazz's evolution, with Anderson and his quartet performing selections that illustrate its historical and cultural significance. The series seeks to offer a deeper appreciation for music by revealing creative connections across time and diverse genres.
'An Evening of Jazz with the Leon Anderson Quartet' is scheduled for 7-9 p.m. on Thursday, July 23, at the Goodwood Museum & Gardens Carriage House. Tickets are available at goodwoodmuseum.org.
