Sounds of Change
Listen…
1-&-2-&-3-&
Boom!
Goes the drum in the song
with a fourth beat that is strong.
The trumpet soars above with a melody,
that grabs the audience’s attention.
Did I mention, that this style was an act against swing?
It was a way for soloist to do their thing.
1-&-2-&-3-&
Boom!
Salt Peanuts, Salt Peanuts
With its fast tempo,
it helped the genre grow.
From pianists, trumpeters, to saxophonists
they share a common joy of music.
Which allows them to soar.
What’s next for music after this?
Who knows…
Listen…
1-&-2-&-3-&
Bang!
1-&-2-&
Bang!
1-&
Bang!
Listen…
They don’t want to listen anymore.
They’ve been beaten to the core.
They’re ready for war.
But wait…
What’s that you hear?
It sounds near.
1-&-2-&-3-&
Boom!
I want to take you higher
Can be heard from the park
Higher!
Can be heard from the swarm of people
Higher!
Can be heard all around Harlem
A summer festival
that helped calm those who were hurt.
A summer festival that showcased black artists.
A summer festival
that entertained a community.
A summer festival
that brought unity.
A summer festival
that will be forgotten.
Listen…
1-&-2-&-3-&
silence…
