The recent Black Lives Matter movement has focused on racial injustice and is calling for change. After having taken this Evolution of Jazz Course, you have seen the development of this music and the wide range of styles and diversity of musicians that have been represented. How do you feel about Black Lives Matter and how do you see jazz relating to this movement?
- Write a 500-word essay.
- Must include proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Include word count, full name, and student “N” number in the upper right-hand corner of your paper
- Create an original title for your essay.
- Check this assignment page for the due date.
- Things you should mention in your essay
- What are your feelings about Black Lives Matter?
- Having seen the development of jazz, with musicians of backgrounds, but many African American heroes, do you feel this music has played a role in promoting racial equality?
- Has the study of this music made a difference in how you look at the interaction of musicians with diverse backgrounds?
- Do you feel that some of the jazz featured in this course played a role politically in expressing views for the need for change and racial equality?
- Do you like the music featured in this jazz course? Why or why not?