Los Henriquez visited Syracuse with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra this summer. His debut album “The Bronx Pyramid” is out now. JALCO were the featured artist on day 1 of M&T Jazz Fest 33. Jazz Fest was just named BEST MUSIC FESTIVAL of 2015 by the Syracuse New Times.
The Syracuse University event for the 4th Annual Community Read-Out (Black & Banned) was held at Bird Library. The event was organized by Professor Dr. Joan Bryant (far left).
We wonder what would have surprised Malcolm X (aka El-Hajj Malik al-Shabazz) more, the fact that his autobiography was banned and called a “crime manual” in Jacksonville FL, or that 50 years later a marathon community reading about his life would be held at Syracuse University (SU). For the next two days additional readings of The Autobiography of Malcolm X (as told to Alex Haley) will be held at Onondaga Community College and Beauchamp Public Library.
The Autobiography was a great choice for Banned Books week on many levels, but most important, Malcolm X’s story speaks to the heart of the American experience. For further exploration of his legacy, we also recommend this book by Rondell Collins.
Interestingly, one year before the book was published, Malcolm was interviewed by writer Al Balk, who later became a professor at SU’s Newhouse School.
The Syracuse crowd welcomed Jazz with open arms yesterday.
Here’s a throwback from the 2009 Jazz Festival. A fan snaps a picture of Kenny G as he signs autographs. Check out the flip phone and steady hand. The 33rd Annual Jazz Fest kicks off tomorrow at OCC. We’ll post photos as they become available.
Troph-E Band at Syracuse Jazz Fest (2010)
Dancing, former Jazz in the Square (2006)
Wawa, the energetic rapper, actor, dancer, performer and teacher (who happens to be Deaf)
Warren “Wawa” Snipe was born Deaf, but he hasn’t let that stop him from reaching his dreams. The multi-disciplinary rapper, dancer and actor has traveled to over 100 countries, founded a dance company, and is fluent in several languages.
Wawa came to OCC last night to spread the love of what he calls “Dip Hop.”
We look forward to his upcoming video for the anti-bullying song “Vendetta.”
Wawa’s musical partner is DJ Nicar (who joined him on stage last night at OCC to perform the song “Vendetta.”)
Wawa was joined on stage by OCC ASL club member Chelsea (left) during his performance.
Raul Midon at the 2014 Syracuse Jazz Festival
We are starting our 2015 wish list early.
Hopefully singer,songwriter and composer Raul Midon gets invited back to Syracuse soon. He put on a great show Saturday as a soulful one-man sound machine, but we think to fully appreciate the complexities of his talents and the nuance of his genius, he should to be featured in the Legends of Jazz Series at OCC.