Jazz as a Language of Modernity

Jazz and Identity: The African American Legacy and the Dialogue with Europe (1920-1960)

Jazz

Modernity

Improvisation

fromJan 12, 2026toJan 12, 2026

Jazz and Identity: The African American Legacy and the Dialogue with Europe (1920-1960)

Jazz as the language of freedom and modernity. From its origins in New Orleans to Duke Ellington, Parker, Davis, and Coltrane: an evolution that redefines rhythm, harmony, and improvisation. George Gershwin translates jazz into symphonic form (Rhapsody in Blue, Porgy and Bess), creating a bridge between Africa, America, and Europe. From Piazzolla to Jobim, the Afro-American rhythm inspires a new idea of global melody.

Professors

Writer, music critic, radio host

Luca Damiani

Luca Damiani is a writer, music critic, and radio host. He is the author of short stories and essays on music and media criticism. In 2018, he published POW for Stampa Alternativa. He has collaborated for years with Rai Radio 3, where he hosts Sei Gradi. He was also a musical consultant for Passepartout with Philippe Daverio. Since 2018, he has been the artistic director of the Entroterre Foundation.

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