Faculty of Music
University of Oxford
Hitler's Jazz Band: DPhil Student Leo Geyer Featured in Documentary on Sky Arts
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Following his research into music of the Holocaust, DPhil Music student Leo Geyer was filmed as part of the Sky Arts documentary "Hitler's Jazz Band", shedding light on the Nazi's most bizarre propaganda vehicle. Despite the ban on jazz throughout the Third Reich, the Nazis created Germany's premier swing band. This documentary charts the fascinating story of Karl Schweidler and his band.
For more information about Leo's research, please visit his profile page.
Hitler's Jazz Band is available to watch on demand on Sky Arts and NOW TV.
Dr Vai featured in Gramophone discussing the curation of the permanent exhibition Resonant Histories at the Bate Collection
The Head of Collection and Curator has been interviewed by Gramophone about Resonant Histories, the new permanent exhibition at the Bate Collection of Musical Instruments. The exhibition explores the histories and stories behind musical instruments, bringing their cultural significance and musical heritage to life, and offering visitors new perspectives on the collection and the stories its instruments hold.