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Picture is of the International Sweethearts of Rhythm jazz ensemble. They were believed to be the first racially-integrated all female band in the U.S.

The History of Popular Music in Northern Virginia

1850 to 1960
2026-12-03 19:00:00 2026-12-03 20:30:00 America/New_York The History of Popular Music in Northern Virginia Northern Virginia has nurtured a vibrant musical culture, from jazz singers to country stars. Music historian Ken Avis examines how social change and technology shaped the scene from the 1850s onward. Cascades Library - Meeting Room A

Thursday, December 03
7:00pm - 8:30pm

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Meeting Room A

Northern Virginia has nurtured a vibrant musical culture, from jazz singers to country stars. Music historian Ken Avis examines how social change and technology shaped the scene from the 1850s onward.

Click here to see additional music history programs presented by Ken Avis. 

Ken Avis is a radio host and professional musician with world-jazz band Veronneau. His Music City lectures have been presented at The Smithsonian, George Mason University, American University and the DC Music Salon.

Please visit and subscribe to our YouTube Channel - Loudoun County Public Library Online Programs - for more programs.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | High School | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Culture/History |

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