Harlem's Big Band Jubilee Celebrates Juneteenth Through Neighborhood's Legacy Of Jazz Music

The Big Band Jubilee in Harlem celebrates Juneteenth through the neighborhood’s enduring legacy to jazz music. The celebration started late on June 19 due to weather issues, but opened up sounds of music with rays of sunshine to end the federal holiday. The Big Band Jubilee takes place yearly, showcasing Harlem and its commitment to Black history, particularly on the holiday honoring freedom from enslavement. The event started in 2020, created by Marija Abney, the founder and executive director of the Soapbox Presents. Abney launched the Jubilee to give Black...