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The life and death of Martin Luther King, Jr inspired many musicians to try to express his beliefs, ideas and legacy through music. Here are a few you might want to listen to as a way of honoring King\u2019s memory.<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Discover 10 pieces of music that were inspired by or dedicated to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  10. Brother K.<\/strong><\/a> by Dizzy Gillespie<\/div>
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    Here at the Recorded Sound Archives you can listen to Gates of Justice<\/strong><\/a> by Dave Brubeck.<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    When writing this composition, Dave Brubeck has always maintained that the essential message of The Gates of Justice<\/strong><\/a> is brotherhood of man.<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Listen to the original recording<\/strong><\/a>, here at the Recorded Sound Archives at FAU Libraries.<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Please note, due to copyright some items may only be available as a 45 second snippet.<\/em><\/p>\n

    If you are a Researcher or Educator in need of full access to these recordings, click here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

    FAU Students, Faculty and Staff <\/strong>can listen to recordings unrestricted by logging into the Research Station using their<\/strong> FAU NET ID.<\/strong><\/em><\/h5>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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