Wednesday, September 21, 7pm, Ohio History Center [auditorium], 800 E. 17th Ave.

With a golden trumpet and a keyboard smile, trumpeter Louis Armstrong ignited the flame of American Jazz. Join the Jazz Arts Group for “The Wonderful World of Louis Armstrong,” a free presentation accompanied by live music, video, and verbal commentary, that will summarize the profound influence that Louis Armstrong had on music and American Culture. Join us on Wednesday, September 21, 7pm, in the auditorium at the Ohio History Center.

Delivered by renowned trumpeter Byron Stripling, this engaging and illuminating lecture will accompany the first concert of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra’s historic 50th anniversary season, “Louis Armstrong and Friends,” featuring jazz royalty Carmen Bradford on vocals, October 13-16, 2022.

Hosted by Ohio History Connection.