
Jazz Is for Everyone
Louis Armstrong & Duke Ellington: The Sound of Welcome
A Lecture Demonstration Series for the Curious, the New, and the Devotee
Sun Oct 5 • 3 pm
Louis and Duke were there at the beginning—and their influence echoes through every note that comes after. Louis taught the world to swing with joyful individuality. Duke, America’s greatest composer, gave us music that is sophisticated, soulful, and gloriously open. Between them, they laid the foundation—unshakably cool and warmly welcoming.

Jazz Is for Everyone is a series of five one-hour sessions exploring jazz music. Come to one or join them all—each session stands on its own and welcomes listeners at any level.
What You’ll Experience:
- Guided listening
- Live music demonstrations
- Stories that connect the music to people, places, and intent
- A space for questions, curiosity, and shared discovery
About
Jeremy Walker launched Jazz Is for Everyone in 2004 at his Brilliant Corners Jazz Club, with Wynton Marsalis serving as Artistic Advisor. The program was developed as an Educational Affiliate with Jazz at Lincoln Center. Since then, Walker’s been writing, composing, performing, producing, and speaking about why this music still matters.

Date(s):
Time
3 pmVenue:
18 Biltmore Ave.
Asheville, NC 28801 (map)