Patrice Rushen in conversation with Imani Perry

Join acclaimed musician, composer, and pianist Patrice Rushen and National Book Award–winning author and Harvard professor Imani Perry for a conversation celebrating Rushen’s extraordinary career and lasting influence. From her signature fusion of jazz, pop, and R&B to the enduring hit “Forget Me Nots,” Rushen has helped shape the sound of generations. Together, these two distinguished voices bring a rich perspective to music, creativity, and Black cultural expression.