Author Event: Alan Williams - Night Whispers 1938-1946, John Kirby and His Orchestra

Night Whispers 1938-1946 by Alan Williams chronicles the life of jazz bassist and bandleader John Kirby, famed for his pioneering fusion of classical music and jazz. The memoir highlights Kirby’s rise from Winchester, Virginia, to jazz stardom, his collaborations with legends like Maxine Sullivan, and his groundbreaking radio show Flow Gently Sweet Rhythm. It celebrates his musical innovations while reflecting on the challenges he faced, preserving his legacy as a jazz icon.

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