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Jumpin' with the Big Bands

Place: Huneke Gallery (Gallery D)
Date From: 12/5/2009
Date To: 4/24/2010
Summary: The Swing era comes alive with music, film and programs that examine shifts in the American entertainment industry and development of uniquely American vernacular performance styles. Attitudes changed regarding racial, ethnic, and gender integration. Jazz markets expanded, thanks to technological innovation. And audience participation grew through expressive dance forms such as the Lindy Hop.
Related Objects:
4125.4 (Trumpet, "Wally Hagin's Trumpet and Case")