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Tag Archives: music and death
The Second Line Tradition of the New Orleans Jazz Funeral
The history, tradition, and celebratory significance of the Second Line in New Orleans Jazz Funerals
Few burial traditions are more distinct than the New Orleans jazz funeral. Born of West African traditions brought to America by slaves and blended with European military tradition, few images evoke quintessential New Orleans culture quite like a jazz funeral. … Continue reading
The Death of David Bowie Reflected Through “Lazarus”
The legendary singer left us with one last parting gift
With a new album released less than a week ago on his 69th birthday, few expected David Bowie to leave us so suddenly. From the outside, Bowie seemed as vivacious and artistic as always. But unbeknownst to many of his … Continue reading
