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Public Talk (2020)

Public Talk (2020)

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Oct 12, 2020

Public Talk (2020)

Free or pay what you can

Free or pay what you can

  • Presented by: CU Boulder College of Music
  • Intermission: None

Join the American Music Research Center for this interdisciplinary discussion on the intersection of public health and music. At 5:30 p.m., Houston-based musicologist Matthew J. Jones presents "Love Don't Need a Reason: The Life and Music of Michael Callen," connecting the singer-songwriter and activist's music with the larger AIDS movement, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Then at 6:15 p.m., CU Director of Vocal Pedagogy John Seesholtz presents "The Lost Songs of the AIDS Quilt Songbook," a musical response to the shame surrounding the outbreak of the HIV virus. For more information, visit colorado.edu/amrc.

Virtual event 

Even though we are not gathering in person, you can still enjoy this event from the comfort of your home. Stream this event Monday, October 12, 5:30 p.m. right here at cupresents.org.

This event is presented through Zoom.

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This is a pay-what-you-can event

We suggest $20, but whether it's $5 or $100, your support will help the work of the College of Music continue to inspire artistry and discovery, together. Please pay what you can before or after enjoying this special presentation.

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Artists

John Seesholtz

baritone

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Matthew J Jones

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