Lineages

For the 25th annual Bill Russell Lecture, the Historic New Orleans Collection presents “Lineages,” an exploration of musical mentorships featuring the New Orleans–based music and arts collective Alluvium Ensemble, with remarks by composer Roger Dickerson. Featured soloists include Sarah Quintana, Chris Trapani, Tara Melvin, and Tyrone Chambers II. Directed by B.K.Zervigon, the ensemble features Morgan Stewart, Austin Richardson, Gabrielle Fischler, Sixto Franco, Jennie Brent, Chris Beroes-Haigis, J.T. Hassell, and Violeta del Rio.   

Melding performance and conversation, we will examine the way musicians learn from their predecessors, both directly and through the archives. The program will feature scored arrangements alongside improvisations inspired by material found within HNOC’s William Russell Jazz Collection.   

The Bill Russell Lecture is sponsored by the Derbes Foundation.