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A film program devoted to exceptional films with a flair for Jazz.
Discover the possibilities of jazz expressive short subjects at the Art Tatum African American Resource Center.
In February 1972, celebrated jazz musician Lee Morgan was shot dead by his common-law wife Helen during a gig at a club in New York City. The murder sent shockwaves through the jazz community, and the memory of the event still haunts those who knew the Morgans. This feature documentary by filmmaker Kasper Collin is a lover letter to two unique personalities and the music that brought them together.
Art Tatum was one of the greatest improvisational musicians in the history of jazz and is heralded for his artistic vision and technical ability. The Art Tatum African American Resource Center is dedicated space to provide educational and historical information on black cultural heritage and experiences. It is located within the Kent Branch and is open to visitors during Library hours.
325 Michigan Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604
419.259.5200
