A long way from the block

Ep. 93- “My fingers are dancing grassroots”—a tribute to Horace Tapscott

February 15, 2024 Anthony Thomas Season 1 Episode 93
A long way from the block
Ep. 93- “My fingers are dancing grassroots”—a tribute to Horace Tapscott
Show Notes

In this episode, we celebrate the legendary Los Angeles community leader, mentor, jazz pianist, and composer Horace Tapscott. Among my guests are former members of the Pan Afrikan Peoples Arkestra, founded by Tapscott in 1961, and others who appreciate his contributions to the culture. Tune in to hear poets Kamau Daáood and Anthony Joseph; saxophonists Abraham Burton, Michael Session, and Steve Lehman; former Eso Won Books co-owner James Fugate; pianist Eric Reed; bassist Roberto Miranda; and author Steven Isoardi. Myka 9 of Freestyle Fellowship delivers the intro.