Lucas Theatre
September 18th
7:00 PM.

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Sponsored by Mr. & Mrs. Colin Schofield and The Miles Davis Family

Documentary by Stanley Nelson with panel discussion after screening with the Director and Miles Davis’ Nephew and Son, Vince Wilburn Jr and Erin Davis

Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool tells the story of the legendary trumpeter, bandleader, innovator and trend-setter who crossed musical genres and whose life was notable on and off stage. Directed by award-winning documentarian Stanley Nelson, the film features Miles Davis’ music from live performances, studio recordings and outtakes, as well as interviews with those who knew Miles best (Quincy Jones, Carlos Santana, Wayne Shorter, and others). 

Nelson’s films combine compelling narratives on the African-American experience with rich historical detail to shine new light on the under-explored American past. Among his awards are the MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship, five Primetime Emmy Awards, and lifetime achievement awards from the Emmys and IDA. In 2013, Nelson received the National Medal in the Humanities from President Obama. In 2019, Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool was nominated by the GRAMMYs for Best Music Film and went on to win two Emmy® Awards at the 42nd Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards.  

Nelson will be joined by Vince Wilburn, Jr., nephew of the late Miles Davis and leader of ‘M.E.B.’ the Miles Electric Band, and also Erin Davis, Miles’ son who heads the Miles Davis Artists Group.  

Visit: https://www.milesdavis.com