Doors at 5pm / Conversation at 6pm
The streets of Albina reveal little trace of the thriving Black community that once occupied that part of Portland. Much of what we can discover today rests in the collective memory of the elders who lived it.
SOUL CONVERSATION is a gathering of Albina’s elder musicians, activating memory through storytelling. The event features Norman Sylvester, Ural Thomas, Paul Knauls, J.W. Friday, Mel Brown and Calvin Walker. Archival photography showcasing Abina’s historic music culture will be presented in conjunction with the conversation.
In addition, kiosks displaying Albina Music Trust’s digital archive will be live throughout the venue. Arrive early and learn more about this important preservation effort, experience the user interface, and share feedback in advance of the archive’s 2024 public release.