Growing up jazz

Using her voice to speak as well as sing, Andromeda is a celebrated radio host on SiriusXM Real Jazz, where she presents “Growing Up Jazz.” This program highlights the importance of preserving historic jazz traditions while creating space for contemporary composers to sustain the art form’s vitality.

“Growing Up Jazz” also serves as a keynote presentation and an extended program that offers an exploration of American history through the lens of jazz. By examining the music’s roots—from West African griot traditions through enslavement, work songs, spirituals, and the blues—participants gain a deeper understanding of how jazz emerged both musically and historically.

In illuminating voices often excluded from the broader American narrative, Andromeda reveals how echoes of these formative styles continue to influence popular music today. She teaches audiences to listen for these historic Black voices, unlocking a pathway to greater commemoration and healing.