About the Program:
There is perhaps nothing more stimulating to the imagination of prohibition era life amidst New York City’s towering Art Deco architecture than the jazz music of its period! Sign up today to join scholar and jazz expert, John T. Reddick, for this engaging online program that offers an illuminating look at music of the Jazz Age.
In this web-based program we will meet the premiere orchestrators of that music who grew-up in Harlem and were nurtured by the community’s ragtime era Black and Jewish talents. It was their outsider’s view that helped them to craft the rhythms, themes, and empathy that resulted in a uniquely American musical identity.
You won't want to miss this deep dive into one of the Jazz Age's most vivacious hotspots!
Even though this event is online, it will include a live PowerPoint—with wonderful images that you will be able to see directly on your computer screen, tablet, or mobile device—as well as a Q&A session with participants.
Can't join us at the time of the live event? No problem! Those who register will receive a recording of the entire program a few days after the live presentation. When you sign up for the program you have the opportunity to watch, or rewatch, the recording at a time more convenient for your schedule.
About the Guide:
John T. Reddick is The Director of Community Engagement Projects for the Central Park Conservancy and a Columbia University Community Scholar. An enthusiastic resident of Harlem and scholar of its history; Reddick is currently at work on a book that explores Harlem’s Black and Jewish Music Culture from 1890 to 1930.
Registration:
How to Register for ADSNY's Web-based programs:
- Click the gold Register button located to the left of the "About the Program" section
- Enter the requested information in the registration form and follow the instructions to pay online and complete your registration
- In a few moments, you will receive an email confirmation of your registration
- You will receive an email with the link and password to join your Zoom event by 5:30 PM (EDT) the day of the program
If your email address disappears from the textbook when you are trying to register for this program, please make sure that cookies and cross-site tracking are enabled in your web browser or try using a different web browser. If you need further assistance registering for this event, or are experiencing a different issue, please email Event@ArtDeco.org, let us know which events you would like to register for, and we will send you an invoice that can be easily completed without going through the ArtDeco.org website.
All ticket sales are final. Sorry, there are no refunds or exchanges.
ADSNY's online events may be photographed or recorded.
By attending the live event, you consent to the use of your image, voice, comments, and/or questions by ADSNY for all purposes.
