This series presents modern jazz musicians from New York City, where the history of the music runs deep. Entertaining and insightful, this series showcases invaluable contributions Black people continue to make to the cultural fabric of America and worldwide.

Currently residing in Harlem, “Sweet” Lee Odom has been playing clarinet for years, along with other woodwind instruments, including flute and bass clarinet. A native of Newton, North Carolina, Odom states: “As far back as I can remember, music was a part of my life.