February 19–I Walked with Giants, A Conversation with Jazz Legend Jimmy Heath

Friday, February 19 4:00 p.m. Conversation 6:00 p.m. Book Signing Paley Library Lecture Hall Jazz legend Jimmy Heath—composer of more than 100 songs, three-time Grammy nominee, and performer on more than 125 albums—tells his life story through I Walked With Giants, a compelling new autobiography published by Temple University Press. Over his long career, Heath played with John Coltrane, Miles Davis, and Dizzy Gillespie. On February 19th, Heath shares his stories—from growing up in South Philadelphia to becoming one of the most-respected musicians in his genre—at Temple University Libraries. The conversation will be hosted by Bob Perkins of WRTI. Questions? Contact Library Communications Manager Phone: 215-204-2828 This event is part of the Libraries’ Beyond the Page series, and is cosponsored by Temple University Press with assistance from the Boyer College of Music and Dance

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