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HR Jazz Lecture Series – Dr. Steven Cunningham at Hampton History Museum (Hampton)
February 26 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This presentation explores the development of jazz trumpet performance from its early roots in New Orleans to its modern innovations. It will highlight major stylistic changes across jazz history, the trumpet’s shifting role within ensembles, and the contributions of influential players such as Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, and contemporary artists. Through historical context, listening examples, and discussion of performance techniques, the session aims to provide a clear overview of how trumpet performance has evolve throughout time.
