Description
When Earth, Wind & Fire began in 1969, founder Maurice White (1941-2016) sought to bring about a synthesis of musical styles with popular appeal. The group combined virtuosic skill, musical eclecticism, and multicultural spiritualism. The result was a new sound combining jazz, R&B, funk, soul, gospel, blues, rock, and pop. At one point they were arguably the biggest Black rock band in the world, with Top 10 singles such as “Shining Star” and “After the Love Is Gone.”
Jane Ellen shares her eclectic interests with Oasis audiences from her island home on Florida’s Space Coast. Specializing in music and entertainment history, she especially enjoys exploring the artist behind the art. Jane’s presentations benefit from her gifts as a storyteller, independent scholar, performer, and composer.
