UDPL Adult Discovery & Learning

Discover the vibrant musical traditions born in Pittsburgh’s Hill District, once one of the most dynamic jazz centers in America. This lecture/performance explores the Hill’s legacy as a cultural powerhouse through its history, recordings, and live performances. 

Presenter: Walt Beier studied with saxophonist Nathan Davis at the University of Pittsburgh School of Music, and performed with Sonny Rollins, Clark Terry, and at the Montreux Jazz Festival.