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s4e24 An Evolving Open Fortress Built With Love
s4e24 An Evolving Open Fortress Built With Love
Ahmed Abdullah & Monique Ngozi Nri
The Listen & Be Heard Hour
July 7, 2026
“Jazz and music of the spirit are about raising humanity.”
In this episode, trumpet master Ahmed Abdullah and Monique Ngozi Nri sit down with Jay Rodriguez Sierra and Martha Cinader to explore the sacred role of art in society. From early days in Harlem and time spent performing with Sun Ra to their present work with the Greenhouse Creators Consortium, they share insights on band leadership, spoken word, and building enduring institutions that uplift Black…
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