Jazz Roots in Five Points for Black History Month

Jazz music. Jazz dance. Jazz history. 

The culture of Five Points comes alive during Black History Month. Explore the history of music in Five Points and its connection to some of the legendary Jazz musicians and performers. “Nationally known figures performed at the Rossonian, including Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billie Holiday. When folks wanted to listen to music, they went to Five Points.”

The Jazz Roots event runs over two Saturdays during Black History Month and includes live performances from a variety of talented Jazz artists. There’s something for families and adults alike.

​February 25 — Jazz music you can dance to:

At Cervantes’ Other Side from 10:30 am – 2 pm

• Jazz dance class, youth showcase of Jazz (swing) 

• Live Jazz music by Taryn Newborne and The Real Deal 

At Spangalang Brewery from 1 – 4 pm

• Afternoon Live conversations hosted by KUVO
• Live Jazz by Wil Alston
• Jazz Poetry Slam

At Goed Zuur from 4 – 6 pm

• Live Swing music by Jeremy Mohney 

At the Lydian from 4 – 6 pm

•  Cocktails and live jazz music by Danette Hollowell and The Old Souls 

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