By Dr. James R. Gore Art can communicate cultural perspectives based on an artist’s experiences in society. A period in American history which expressed a unique cultural perspective was the Harlem Renaissance (1918-1937), where African American artists communicated their cultural worldview through artistic platforms of literature, poetry, visual arts, music,… [ Keep reading ]
By Dr. James R. Gore, Executive Director, Jackson Street Music Program Jazz can mean many things to many people musically; however, for the purpose of this article, the African American cultural perspective is from the focus of Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, who in his book, “Entertaining Race” states: Jazz for instance,… [ Keep reading ]
The idea for the youth-focused nonprofit was formed in 2010 when Daniel Pak and fellow co-founder Thaddeus Turner hosted a summer program at Rainier Community Center for 10 youth recently released from Juvenile Detention. Over the summer, Pak and Turner spent 240 hours with the youth creating and recording music…. [ Keep reading ]
Produced by DSA and presented by Virginia Mason, Downtown Summer Sounds brings free local music to downtown Seattle throughout July and August. Formerly the Out to Lunch concert series, Downtown Summer Sounds continues a 42-year DSA tradition of supporting free live music for Seattle workers, residents and visitors. New this… [ Keep reading ]
New Name, New Venue as DSA’s Concert Series Turns 40 Downtown Summer Sounds – formerly Out to Lunch For the 40th consecutive year, the Downtown Seattle Association is producing Downtown Summer Sounds, a free outdoor concert series featuring shows across eight venues including City Hall throughout the summer. The City… [ Keep reading ]
The Seattle Office of Arts & Culture (ARTS), in partnership with the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), seeks a practicing composer and/or musician to be an Artist-in Residence in the northwest tower of the Fremont Bridge. The selected composer and/or musician will undertake an in-depth exploration of the historic bridge’s… [ Keep reading ]
Kicking off its 39th year, the Out to Lunch (OTL) concert series is back and bigger than ever, with live concerts every day of the week! This highly anticipated outdoor series is bringing free, live music to downtown Seattle for everyone to enjoy. Both up-and-coming and renowned local, Pacific Northwest… [ Keep reading ]
February marks the beginning of Black History Month, but residents of Seattle are able to celebrate and learn about the rich cultural history of Blacks and African-Americans all year long. In honor of Black History Month we have compiled a few events to mark on your calendar in February. ONYX… [ Keep reading ]
The highly popular Out to Lunch Summer Concert Series is returning for its 39th year, bringing free, live music to Downtown employees, residents and visitors. Enjoy some summertime tunes with performances from some of the Puget Sound’s most recognized bands as well as local up-and-comers. This highly anticipated summertime attraction,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle World School (SWS) is one of several Seattle Public Schools to launch an arts plan through The Creative Advantage, a city-wide partnership to reinvest in equitable arts education for all students. Funding from these efforts allows SWS and other activated Creative Advantage schools to partner with local arts organizations… [ Keep reading ]
