reflections wITH elders series


The elders are usually the wisest of us because they have been around the longest and seen and experienced a myriad of things. From their shared stories, we can learn history and get a better sense of what the moment was really like. Here is a collection of stories that some elders have shared with me. I hope you enjoy and learn as I have from those who came before us.

 

Episode 1 features the drummer& teacher.

the late Mr. Clarence Johnston

 

Episode 2 features legendary jazz musician the organist.

Mr. Bobby Pierce

 

Episode 3 features the Godmother of Watts.

Ms. Ozie Gonzague

 

Episode 4 features the Renaissance woman.

Ms. Bette Braxton

 

Episode 5 features a Los Angeles artistic treasure.

the late Roderick Sykes

 

Episode 6 features the Compton Original.

Mr. Charles Dickson

 

Episode 7 features Watts drummer and drum maker.

Mr. Harold Lott

 

Episodes 8 & 9 features the Artist & Activist

Ms. Nobuko Miyamoto