# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Fall Lecture Series: A History of Jazz
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Part of Our Fall Music Lecture Series

Join us for an engaging lecture tracing the evolution of jazz history through one of the most influential artists in music history -- Miles Davis. Through curated recordings spanning bebop, cool jazz, modal jazz, and fusion, this talk explores how Davis and other artists reshaped the sound of jazz and launched generations of groundbreaking musicians. In addition to guided listening, the event features live piano demonstrations illustrating key improvisation concepts in real time and connecting recorded legacy to the living language of jazz today.

About the Presenter

Dr. Steve Bass is a composer, conductor, and pianist whose work spans concert halls, theaters, and jazz clubs. He is the co-founder and bandleader of Sinatra-inspired A Swingin Affair Big Band and a frequent guest with the Cape Symphony, Portland Symphony, and the Glenn Miller Orchestra. With over 15 years as a music director in the Boston theatre scene, he has led productions ranging from classic musicals to new works, earning a reputation for artistic excellence and collaborative leadership. His original jazz ballet, Swan Lake in Blue, which he produced for professional theatre in 2020, reimagines Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece through the lens of jazz big band and contemporary dance. He is the Artistic Director at South Shore Conservatory, where he oversees a team of 50 teaching artists and shapes the musical journeys of thousands of students.

Other Talks in this Series:

11/12: The Making of Metal Music with David Marvuglio

This program is made possible by the generous sponsorship of the Friends of the Thomas Crane Public Library. To find out more about their work and how you can get involved, visit the Friends of the Library webpage.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/quincy/fall-lecture-series-a-history-of-jazz/200030773316005
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, art, dance, theatre, concerts, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 14

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Quincy
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 40 Washington St, Quincy, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02169
- **lat**: 42.25158
- **long**: -71.00083
- **full address**: 40 Washington St, Quincy, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02169

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Fall Lecture Series: A History of Jazz being held?
  - **A:** Fall Lecture Series: A History of Jazz takes place on Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 15 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 40 Washington St, Quincy, MA, United States, Massachusetts 02169.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Fall Lecture Series: A History of Jazz?
  - **A:** Fall Lecture Series: A History of Jazz is organized by Thomas Crane Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Fall Lecture Series: A History of Jazz is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Quincy, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Fall Lecture Series: A History of Jazz sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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