IN PERSON: Van Morrison is one of the most distinctive and influential singer-songwriters of the past sixty years, yet his music resists easy categorization. Rather than following his career chronologically, this course explores the many facets of his artistry through themes that define his work: soul, poetry, mysticism, Irish roots, nostalgia, romance, and personal reflection. Along the way, we'll hear how his unique blend of Celtic tradition, rhythm and blues, jazz, gospel, and literary imagination created a body of work unlike that of any other artist. Through recordings, live performances, and discussion, we'll discover not only some of Van Morrison's greatest songs, but also what makes his music instantly recognizable and enduringly compelling. | Facilitated discussion.
Max enrollment: 25.
Location: Judea Reform Congregation, 1933 W. Cornwallis Rd, Durham NC 27705
