Musical event spotlights Brubeck's offspring and debut compositions from UCLA faculty staff members.
In an exciting development, the Brubeck family, renowned for their contributions to jazz music, will be performing their father's monumental work, "The Gates of Justice," as part of the "Music and Justice" series at UCLA's Royce Hall on February 26.
This event, organised by the Lowell Milken Center for Music of the Jewish American Experience, aims to promote deeper forms of human engagement, build inclusive communities, and uphold dignity. Anna Spain Bradley, the vice chancellor for equity, diversity, and inclusion at UCLA, believes that music and other arts open the door for such deeper human connections.
The "Music and Justice" series will feature prominent musicians, scholars, and critics, making this a unique opportunity for the UCLA community and music lovers alike. The performance on February 26 will also include two new world premieres by UCLA faculty, Arturo O'Farrill and Diane White-Clayton.
The Brubeck family includes Darius, Michael, Chris, Dan, and Catherine Brubeck. Darius, the eldest son, is an accomplished jazz pianist, composer, and educator, while Chris Brubeck notably played bass and trombone as a longtime member of the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Dan and Michael have also been active in music alongside their brothers.
This will be the first time the Brubecks have performed "The Gates of Justice" together on stage, making this a special occasion for jazz enthusiasts. However, the exact timing of their performance at UCLA alongside student and faculty musicians is not yet available.
The performance of "The Gates of Justice" at Royce Hall promises to be a memorable event, bringing together music, community, and social justice in a powerful and engaging way.
This event, organized by the Lowell Milken Center for Music of the Jewish American Experience, not only promises to be a memorable musical performance but also an opportunity for personal growth and education-and-self-development, as the Brubeck family's performance of their father's work, "The Gates of Justice," will foster deeper human connections and promote inclusivity. Besides the musical entertainment, the "Music and Justice" series will feature renowned musicians, scholars, and critics, contributing to the UCLA community's broader understanding of music and its role in promoting social justice.
