Beyond the Frames: A Series in Jazz features three performances that, through jazz, musically illuminate the remarkable lives and legacies of Sojourner Truth, William and Martha Brown, and Frederick Douglass, the subjects of the Great Hall’s newest portrait installations. The performances will captivate jazz fans, history buffs, artists, poets and storytellers, and, well, everyone!
Avery Sharpe Celebrates Sojourner Truth
September 19
Celebrated bassist and composer Avery Sharpe will deliver a performance of his music album Sojourner Truth—‘ain’t I a woman,’ inspired by and based on Truth’s incredible life story. Listen
Barron Ryan Celebrates William & Martha Brown
October 3
Pianist, composer, and author, Barron Ryan brands his talent: Classic Meets Cool. The son of two musicians, Barron Ryan grew up in a house filled with the sounds of artists ranging from Mozart to Motown. In his own work, he combines those disparate influences into a musical adventure that's vintage yet fresh, historical yet hip, classic yet cool. Smithsonian Magazine named him one of the Ten Innovators to Watch in 2021. Listen
Ruth Naomi Floyd — Frederick Douglass Jazz Works
October 24
The incredible talent of vocalist, composer, educator, jazz artist Ruth Naomi Floyd is featured in the October performance. Floyd has created a discography dedicated to a sacred jazz expression. For more than 25 years, she has been at the forefront of creating vocal jazz settings that express theology and justice. Listen
Doors Open: 7:00pm | Show: 7:30pm
Tickets Start at $25
Special series discounted rate of $68 for all three concerts.
Members receive 15% discount on single tickets with their code
This series is made possible with the generous support of our program sponsors:
