Live Music in America: A History from Jenny Lind to Beyoncé

Historic Northampton and the Northampton Center for the Arts present

 

Live Music in America: A History from Jenny Lind to BeyoncéA book talk by Steve Waksman, Smith College Professor of Music

 

Smith College Professor of Music Steve Waksman will discuss his new book, Live Music in America: A History from Jenny Lind to Beyoncé. Starting with Jenny Lind's fabled U.S. tour (she performed to large crowds in Northampton in 1851 and 1852) and winding all the way into the twenty-first century, Live Music in America is the first book to consider the history of live music in the U.S. across genres and time periods. It draws upon previously unstudied archival materials to shed new light on the origins of jazz, the emergence of rock 'n' roll, and the rise of the modern music festival. Dr. Waksman's presentation will be illustrated with photos from his research along with music and video clips.Registration is required to reserve a seat.Sliding scale admission: $5-20.Students: FreeLearn More | Register