MU239 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Oscar Brown, Abbey Lincoln, Max Roach
27 Nov 2018
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Also known for his activism against racial injustice. Many of his most controversial compositions (like 1960"s fables of faubus) are socially-driven, often bitingly sarcastic, jabs at america"s failure to deal effectively with its own race issues. Ranks among the very best of jazz composers for his musical diversity and individuality. Worked with many of the greatest jazz musicians, including charlie parker, miles. Davis, duke ellington, charles mingus, and clifford brown. Roach also led his own groups, and made numerous musical statements relating to the civil rights movement. In 1960 he composed the we insist!-freedom now suite with lyrics by poet. Using his musical abilities to comment on the african american experience would be a significant part of his career. American jazz vocalist, bandleader, activist and actor. Started career as torch singer, being groomed to be the next billie holiday. Transformed career to jazz civil rights activist, recording with husband max.
