Explore the music of the African Diaspora in this entertaining and informative evening of music and conversation. Scholars, students and celebrity guests will come together to present the historical evolution of bebop, doo-wop and hip hop, three genres that emerged from the black experience. Take a musical journey as students perform compositions from the three genres, including songs by the fathers of bebop, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie; the vocal-based R&B stylings of doo-wop; and contemporary selections of hip hop. Discussions will be interspersed throughout the evening, exploring the unique and powerful history of these musical traditions. The evening will culminate with a rousing performance of an original composition incorporating aspects of all three genres.
Organized by Ronald McCurdy (Music).
Sponsored by: Vision and Voices
JANUARY 23
2009 BGSN Mixer
Blue Velvet - Downtown
6:00pm -9:00m
Join Black Graduate Student Network for out first mixer of 2009 at Blue Velvet - 750 S. Garland Ave 90017. Mixer will be held outside at the pool deck valet parking will be $7. http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=117421165485
