Langston Hughes and jazz

24/10/2025 0 min

Listen "Langston Hughes and jazz"

Episode Synopsis


Langston Hughes, one of the leading voices of the Harlem Renaissance, often described his poetry as “jazz written on the page.” He was deeply inspired by the rhythms, improvisation, and spirit of African American music. Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.