"Moonchild: The Life and Music of Yusuf Salim" film screening
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Join us for a FREE special screening of "Moonchild: The Life and Music of Yusuf Salim", presented as part of the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers, and sponsored by South Arts, Little Rock CDC, and the CineOdyssey Film Frestival
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cineodysseyfilmfestival/2511793
About the Film
Moonchild follows jazz pianist, composer, and mentor Yusuf Salim, from his early years playing on Baltimore’s famed Pennsylvania Avenue to his celebrated contributions to the emerging jazz and Black Muslim communities in his adopted hometown of Durham, North Carolina. Salim’s deep faith and embrace of human connection transformed the world around him, even through a lifelong battle with personal demons. During Yusuf’s 60-year musical journey, he inspired and propelled the careers of award-winning musicians and vocalists with his Black Atlantic cool and mastery of the songbook. Guided by his legacy, acclaimed jazz artists reunite in Durham to honor an unsung mentor and perform Salim’s music at historic concerts.
Special Guest Appearances & Performances
Meet & Greet: Preceded by an exclusive meet-and-greet with one of the film's directors, Rafael Samanez.
Spoken Word Performance: Features a powerful opening spoken word performance by Jah Smalls
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Little Rock Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Admission: FREE, with a suggested donation
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cineodysseyfilmfestival/2511793
About the Film
Moonchild follows jazz pianist, composer, and mentor Yusuf Salim, from his early years playing on Baltimore’s famed Pennsylvania Avenue to his celebrated contributions to the emerging jazz and Black Muslim communities in his adopted hometown of Durham, North Carolina. Salim’s deep faith and embrace of human connection transformed the world around him, even through a lifelong battle with personal demons. During Yusuf’s 60-year musical journey, he inspired and propelled the careers of award-winning musicians and vocalists with his Black Atlantic cool and mastery of the songbook. Guided by his legacy, acclaimed jazz artists reunite in Durham to honor an unsung mentor and perform Salim’s music at historic concerts.
Special Guest Appearances & Performances
Meet & Greet: Preceded by an exclusive meet-and-greet with one of the film's directors, Rafael Samanez.
Spoken Word Performance: Features a powerful opening spoken word performance by Jah Smalls
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Little Rock Cultural Center, 401 N. Myers St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Admission: FREE, with a suggested donation
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Little Rock Cultural Center, 401 N Myers St, Charlotte, NC 28202, United States
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