Drummer Max Roach Turns 100

All Of It with Alison Stewart | Jan 9, 2024

Today is the 100th birthday of the late great jazz drummer and composer Max Roach, who played alongside some of the greatest jazz musicians in history throughout his storied career. This month, there are three concerts planned for the Max Roach Centennial. Drummer Nasheet Waits and Max's son Raoul Roach join us to discuss the genius of Max Roach, his life, and the concerts. The first two concerts will be taking place on January 19 and 20 at Lincoln Center, and the final concert will be at NJPAC on January 26.

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