Center Presents
Luminaries: After the Applause – Legendary Mothers of Jazz
Payne & Mencias Palladium // Tuesday, Mar 23, 2pm ET
Event Details
Tue Mar 23 - 2pm ET
After the Applause – Legendary Mothers of Jazz
Marking Women’s History Month, jazz vocalist and educator Laura Gabriele will present an intimate musical and historical exploration of iconic women of jazz who were also caregivers, community builders and working artists. Drawing from her own experience, she will highlight the often unseen realities behind some of jazz’s leading women — the sacrifices they made, the livelihoods they built, and the challenges of balancing artistry with the drive to nurture, while maintaining identity. The inspiring presentation blends personal reflection and cultural history with live performances of selections made famous by influential artists such as Peggy Lee, Lena Horne, Sarah Vaughan and Billie Holiday.
About the Presenter
Laura Gabriele is a jazz vocalist, composer, educator and leader of The Jazz Mamas, an Indianapolis-based women’s jazz ensemble dedicated to celebrating women’s voices in jazz through performance, education and community connection. A graduate of the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D.C., she has studied with acclaimed artists across the country and performed at venues including the Kennedy Center, the Bellagio, the Indiana Roof Ballroom and The Jazz Kitchen. Her work combines jazz traditions with storytelling and community engagement to create meaningful artistic experiences that connect generations.
