Dr. Jelani Mahiri will share his personal journey about the importance of music in his life, both in times of joy and in times of challenge. Part of that journey includes learning to play instruments and performing music. He will tell his story in both words and music. As we begin the new year, his presentation should inspire all of us to get in touch with our creative side.

Dr. Mahiri is a Visiting Professor in Anthropology at MSU since 2009, who has a wide range of life experiences. He speaks from the heart with empathy, broad perspectives, and humor in his narratives. He is also a photographer and engages in Afro-Cuban percussion and dance. In the summers he works in landscaping, which has led to his planting of at least 1,000 trees in Bozeman and throughout the Gallatin Valley. Don’t miss this special service.