SEE & DO: ‘Call and Response’ - Issue Date May 02 2017

Maurice Evans’ untitled work was included in the 1994 Atlanta Jazz FestivalBobby ThortonWhether a history buff, jazz lover or art novice, all are invited to experience the rich visual history of the Atlanta Jazz Festival, one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country. Gallery 72 hosts the opening reception of Call and Response, 40 Years of Atlanta Jazz Festival Art, an exhibition featuring selected artworks used in the creation of promotional posters for the festival. Including works by Wadsworth Jarrell, Sam Middleton, Michael Bryan, Charly Palmer, Zachariah A. Anderson, Maurice Evans (whose untitled work above was included in the 1994 Atlanta Jazz Festival) and more, this exhibition illuminates the intersection of music and art. This yearbs Atlanta Jazz Festival takes place May 26-28. Opening reception: Free. 6-9 p.m. Thurs, May 4. On view through June 1. Gallery 72, 72 Marietta St. N.W. 404-496-3220. www.ocaatlanta.com.