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Harbinger of the Rock & Roll Era

Albert Sears

2026-02-25 18:00:00 2026-02-25 19:00:00 America/New_York Harbinger of the Rock & Roll Era Dresden Branch Library - Dresden Meeting Room

Wednesday, February 25
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-02-25 18:00:00 2026-02-25 19:00:00 America/New_York Harbinger of the Rock & Roll Era Join local composer, teacher, vocalist, conductor, and “Rock Historian” Charles Savage to learn about the musical legacy of Albert Sears, a legendary talent with Zanesville origins. Dresden Branch Library - Dresden Meeting Room

Dresden Branch Library

Dresden Meeting Room

Join local composer, teacher, vocalist, conductor, and “Rock Historian” Charles Savage to learn about the musical legacy of Albert Sears, a legendary talent with Zanesville origins.

Join us at the MCLS Dresden Branch Library for an evening celebrating African American musical heritage. Enjoy snacks and refreshments starting at 5:30 pm, followed by the public program from 6:00 to 7:00 pm. Renowned local composer, teacher, vocalist, conductor, and “Rock Historian” Charles Savage will lead a special event commemorating the musical legacy of a legendary talent with Zanesville origins.


Albert Sears is widely recognized for his pivotal role in shaping the influential sound of Rock and Roll. His distinguished career included performing at the Harlem Renaissance Ballroom (Alto Saxophone), serving as Lead Tenor Saxophonist for Duke Ellington's band, and founding the Sylvia Music Company. Sears made significant contributions across the genres of Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, and Rock and Roll.

AGE GROUP: | Teen (12-18) | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Performing Arts | Arts & Culture |

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