Burton W. Peretti

About the Author

Burton W. Peretti is a distinguished historian and author renowned for his insightful explorations of African American music and its profound cultural impacts. With a PhD in American history, he has dedicated his career to uncovering the intersections of race, music, and urban life in America. Peretti's work draws on extensive archival research and a deep appreciation for the artistic expressions that have shaped national identity. His acclaimed books, including Lift Every Voice: The History of African American Music (The African American Experience Series) and The Creation of Jazz: Music, Race, and Culture in Urban America (Blacks in the New World), illuminate the resilience and innovation within Black communities through the lens of sound and rhythm. A professor emeritus at a leading university, Peretti continues to lecture and write on the enduring legacy of these musical traditions.