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Notes on Paducah Musical History: Early Jazz 

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Evenings Upstairs Series presents Notes on Paducah Musical History: Early Jazz 

Join Local and Family History Coordinator Nathan Lynn for an exploration of early 20th century jazz musicians associated with Paducah and the surrounding area. Learn about Nathanial Bennett, Fate Marable, Nat Story, Boyd Atkins, Matty Matlock, and Jack Staulcup. 

Nathan Lynn is an American musician, songwriter, and folklorist from West Paducah, KY. He serves as the Local and Family History Coordinator at the McCracken County Public Library, as well as an advisor to the Kentucky Oral History Commission. Along with his solo career, he is a founding member of the band the Wheelhouse Rousters. A Kentucky Colonel, Lynn has traveled the world sharing his love for West Kentucky. 

All programs are free & open to the public