It’s in New Orleans, at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries, that multiple musical genres coalesce to give birth to the music we now know as “jazz.” Why NOLA? We’ll explore this issue as we discuss the lives and music of such early jazz pioneers as Buddy Bolden, Joe “King” Oliver, Jelly Roll Morton, Sidney Bechet, and more.
About Washington Metro Oasis: Our mission is to empower adults ages 50+ to lead active, healthy, and enriched lives through a unique mix of lifelong learning, social, health, and volunteer programs. You’ll find the full schedule of classes on our website OR you can contact us at 240-800-3745 or washingtonmetro@oasisnet.org to request a printed catalog.