Presented by Ken Robinson

Ken’s talk is repeated at the request of new members and others who missed it when first given in 2017. The Beaulieu Jazz festivals from 1956 to 1961 are now acknowledged to have an important place in the revival of Jazz in Britain and in the history of popular music culture. They attracted thousands of young fans to Beaulieu each summer, while enthralling and shocking the nation. Set in the social context of the times, Ken will present the true story of the unprecedented events, local outrage and what the press called “The Battle of Beaulieu”.

An evening of nostalgia for some and surprises for those who are too young to remember, with music to set toes tapping.

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