CLEAN : Nantes celebrates centenary of the first jazz concert in Europe

The transcript discusses the influence of James Reese Europe, a prominent African American musician, in France and contrasts it with the lack of recognition he received in the United States during the early 20th century. It highlights the racial challenges African Americans faced in the US, where their talents were often overshadowed by racial prejudice, unlike in France where Europe was celebrated for his musical contributions without regard to his race.

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