Freedom, humanity and justice: The enduring legacy of jazz
Sullivan Fortner, a three-Grammy-winning jazz pianist, says jazz promotes freedom, humanity, and love, and continues to be a powerful tool for social commentary and activism. The Village Vanguard jazz club in New York City is a testament to the enduring legacy of jazz.
Jazz music continues to thrive in the 21st century, promoting freedom, humanity, and love. Sullivan Fortner, a three-Grammy-winning jazz pianist, spoke to UN News at the Village Vanguard jazz club in New York ahead of International Jazz Day on 30 April. Fortner said jazz is about emotional transmission and communicating feelings. The Village Vanguard, the world's oldest continuously operated jazz club, has been hosting jazz performances since 1957. The club's owner, Deborah Gordon, said jazz has always drawn a specialized audience, but it brings people together across age groups. Fortner and his trio performed at the club, showcasing the unifying force of jazz.
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