Free program at Borden Building in Raleigh:Improvisation and Collage: Romare Bearden and the Art of Jazz

Enjoy art and music at a free event, Improvisation and Collage: Romare Bearden and the Art of Jazz, on Sunday, July 14th, 2019, at Borden Building, 820 Clay Street, Raleigh.

From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., learn about the art of Romare Bearden.

Romare Bearden was born in Charlotte, NC and drew national acclaim with his art that combined personal memories, African American cultural history, and everyday experiences.

Learn how jazz music and the art of improvisation inspired his work, and then create your own collage.

Then, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., listen to the sounds of the Raleigh Jazz Orchestra in the park, as part of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources’ Summer Concert Series.

Both events are free and open to all ages.

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