Music, community & social change
Learning that carries beyond the music.
Blues to Green brings people together through music, arts and community. The Legacy Education Project connects young people with artists, cultural history and the traditions of the African diaspora.
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Artists in the classroom
Performances, storytelling and dialogue connect music with culture, history and identity in Springfield and Holyoke schools.
About Legacy Education
Visiting musicians share their lived experience and musical knowledge, encouraging creativity and critical thought. This platform extends that learning through artist interviews.
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A shared cultural stage
The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival brings music, cultural diversity and community to downtown Springfield.
Discover Jazz & Roots
The free festival celebrates the African diaspora through music, arts, education and community connection.
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Art that opens a conversation
Music, film and dialogue bring cultural heritage into conversations about racial and climate justice.
Arts for change
Blues to Green’s arts programming connects storytelling, resilience and community understanding.
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