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When the Swing Era swept America, it also sparked a passionate revival of interest in the early jazz and ragtime that came before it, a musical reclamation movement that lasted until rock 'n' roll took over American culture. This course profiles the musicians and bands who led that revival: Bob Crosby's Bobcats, Lu Watters' Yerba Buena Jazz Band, Bunk Johnson, Kid Ory, George Lewis, Louis Armstrong's All-Stars, Turk Murphy, Bob Scobey, and more.

2026 is "The Year of Craft" at Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum and this class takes you behind the curatorial curtain. Hear insights from the team whose vision shaped this landmark year, then explore the galleries firsthand with a guided walk-through and a hands-on art activity. Developed in partnership with Craft in America's Handwork: Celebrating American Craft 2026, the museum's spring and fall exhibitions featured contemporary artists experimenting with, challenging, and reinventing traditional American craft techniques and materials. Discover how the curatorial team brought it all to life and what's still in store before the year is out.