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The University of the Arts presents

Brownie Speaks:
A Symposium celebrating and documenting the life,
music, and legacy of Clifford Brown
Symposium dates: October 30, 31, and November 1, 2008
Sponsored by: The Philadelphia Music Project, a program of the Philadelphia Center for Arts and
Heritage, funded by The Pew Charitable Trusts and administered by The University of the Arts.
Featuring: Performances by Terence Blanchard, Benny Golson, Lou Donaldson, Marcus Belgrave,
The UArts Jazz Ensembles, and a new John Fedchock composition dedicated to Clifford Brown and
performed by the Lars Halle Jazz Orchestra.
Special Master of Ceremonies: Clifford Brown Jr.
Premiere: Brownie Speaks: A Video Documentary produced by Don Glanden

A CALL FOR PAPERS


The symposium’s focus is the presentation, be approximately 30 minutes long with an
celebration, and documentation of the life, additional 20 minutes planned for discussion
music, and legacy of Clifford Brown. His cre- and Q&A. For specific paper guidelines con-
ative contribution will be explored in terms tact Marianne Mele.
of its historical-sociological context, and its
lasting impact on the jazz aesthetic. Papers ARCHIVE REQUEST
should address some aspect of the sympo- The University of the Arts is creating a com-
sium’s focus. This may range from musical prehensive Clifford Brown archive. Memo-
analysis to the presentation of new historical rabilia, archival recordings, photographs
or sociological perspectives. Proposals for and related documents can be donated by
panel discussions will also be considered. contacting Don Glanden at 215.717.6353
dglanden@uarts.edu.
Deadline for Abstract Submission: submit
a one-page abstract to Marianne Mele at
mmele@uarts.edu or Fax 215 717.6128.
Abstracts must be received by Monday, July
28, 2008. Decision notification will be no The University of the Arts
later than Friday, August 1, 2008. The final 320 South Broad Street
version of selected papers must be submit- Philadelphia, PA 19102
ted by October 1, 2008. Presentations should www.uarts.edu

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