Can music encourage racial cooperation and shared experience? Rock'n'roll is something beyond a musical style – it defined a generation's dream and a way of life for many. Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and the early Beatles—is music that anyone can play and that everyone can dance to. Though the golden age of rock may be long gone, during this rockin' evening we will uncover the origins of the unique American music genre Rock ‘n’ Roll that has been embraced all over the world. The presentation will include video, photos, archival footage and live performance for a discussion about this pivotal art form of the 20th century and beyond. There will be a quiz with fabulous prizes!
Ray Castillo became the Press Attaché at U.S. Embassy Kyiv in August 2018. Prior to Kyiv, he served as the Acting Deputy Chief of Mission at U.S. Embassy Prague in 2017 and was the Counselor for Public Affairs in Prague from 2014-2017. Before joining the Department of State, Ray spent 11 years at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), where he was the Executive Producer of NASA Television. He has an MA from George Washington University and a BA from Middlebury College. Ray is married to Kay DeKuiper and they have two daughters. In his spare time, he plays guitar and sings.
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