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This performance will feature renowned trumpeter George Sams, former member of the Black Artists Group, composer, and visual artist, with friends. Organized in conjunction with Design Agendas: Modern Architecture in St. Louis, 1930s–1970s, this concert highlights the impact of the Black Artists Group, a multidisciplinary artist collective in St. Louis from 1968 to 1972 known for experimental jazz.

Musicians:

Curtis Lyle, poet

George Sams, trumpet and flugelhorn

Damon Smith, bass

Gary Sykes, percussion

Arrive early or stay after to grab lunch at the Museum’s Coffee Bar. Enjoy ice cream sandwiches from Sugarwitch, savory deli sandwiches from Parker’s Table, and pastries from Colleen’s. Members get 10% off your purchase with every visit. Learn more and join here.

These 45-minute concerts are free and open to the public.

Support


This event is co-sponsored by the Department of Music in Arts & Sciences.