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MULTI-CULTURAL INTERSECTIONS & THE GENESIS OF JAZZ
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ECHOES OF TRADITION
COMING SOON!
"Echoes of Tradition" is a groundbreaking documentary film that uncovers the often overlooked and hidden contributions of Native Americans to the genesis of jazz music with a keen focus on the power of matriarchy. Through captivating storytelling, live performances, archival footage, and insightful interviews with musicians, historians, and cultural experts, the film sheds light on the profound influence of America’s indigenous musical traditions on the birth of jazz.
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Director Ben Makinen with R. Carlos Nakai
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Delbert Anderson (Diné) & Julia Keefe (Nez Perce)
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Ingrid Jensen Dean of Jazz Arts Manhattan School of Music
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Tanya Darby Chair of Brass Dept Berklee College of Music