The story of American popular music is steeped in social history, race, gender and class. Its evolution driven by ephemeral connection to young audiences. From Benny Goodman to Sinatra to Elvis Presley to the Beatles, pop icons age out of the art form while new musical styles pass from relevance to nostalgia within a few years. At the same time, perennial forms like blues, jazz and folk are continually rediscovered by new audiences.
Join Grammy winner Brian Q. Torff for his book discussion. He is a bassist, harmonica player, author and educator and has the honor to perform with Frank Sinatra, George Shearing, Erroll Garner, Stephane Grappelli, Marian McPartland, Oliver Nelson, Mary Lou Williams, and Tony Bennett.