About This Program

For the third class in this groundbreaking series, we highlight the culturally transformative legacies of Gil Scott-Heron and Sly Stone at the intersection between music, politics and popular culture. Our special musical guest for this program is acclaimed Bay Area musician, producer, songwriter, actor and former SFJAZZ Collective member, Martin Luther McCoy.

Jazz history, live performance, and lively conversation make Discover Jazz the most distinctive jazz appreciation course available for adults. Each series includes stellar live performances by critically acclaimed guest artists, curated examples of historically significant recordings, and engaging Q&A.

Discover Jazz journeys into the realm of truly transcendent artists, creatives and game changers, highlighting the intersection between art, culture and technology at the center of Black identity. For this special season’s pairing we illuminate Afrofuturists whose vision and work defy categorization, invite curiosity, and celebrate the promise of a better world.

SET LIST
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised, Gil Scott-Heron
The Warmth of Other Suns, Martin Luther McCoy
Foxy Lady, Jimi Hendrix
Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin) Sly Stone
Everyday People, Sly Stone

PERSONNEL
Martin Luther McCoy vocals
James Mahone sax
Kevin Wong keys
Troy Lampkins bass
Ruthie Price drums
Terrence Brewer guitar, presenter