The Magic of Motown: Music, History, Legacy

Experience the magic of Motown’s golden years. From the late 1950s to the 1970s, delve into Motown’s golden era: groundbreaking songs, iconic artists, and profound social impact. Witness how visionary founder Berry Gordy cultivated unique talent, his innovative production techniques defining its timeless sound, shattering racial barriers, and adapting to cultural shifts to achieve global acclaim. This course spotlights over two dozen legends and 100 curated tracks and videos, culminating in a celebration of Motown’s transformative first 25 years. Join us to explore Motown’s enduring legacy of music and culture and bring your dancing shoes.

Music aficionado Michael Agron returns to OLLI Mason for his fourth music presentation. He grew up in Los Angeles, the heart of the recording and entertainment industry, with dreams of becoming a recording engineer. Though his path led to a successful career in high-tech, including founding a marketing agency specializing in webinar production, his passion for music remained constant. Michael has transformed that passion into creating and delivering 15 unique, engaging seminars for the Sacramento Renaissance Society at Cal State University Sacramento and to many OLLIs nationwide.