Miles Davis and the Evolution of Modern Jazz

Miles Davis and the Evolution of Modern Jazz

What is Modern Jazz? How should we understand and interpret this art form? What was Miles Davis's contribution to this music? Modern jazz is one of the greatest intellectual achievements of African Americans. But its importance is rarely explained to the general public.

Robin Walker ‘The Black History Man’ will trace the origin and evolution of modern jazz through the achievements of its greatest single master: Miles Davis. This session traces his musical career from his early work with Charlie Parker, to his creation of Cool Jazz, Modalism, Free Improvisation, to the birth of Fusion.

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Croydon Supplementary Education Project, 32 - 34 Sydenham Road, Croydon, United Kingdom

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