Join us for an engaging storytelling and music workshop with Delbert Anderson that explores the powerful connection between jazz, Indigenous history, and entrepreneurship in the creative arts.
Participants will learn about Mr. Anderson’s personal journey in music, the roots of Indigenous jazz, and the art of improvisation. Through interactive discussion and live examples, we’ll explore how improvisation isn’t just a musical skill—it’s a mindset that helps artists adapt, problem-solve, and grow in today’s creative economy.
This workshop will also focus on how musicians and creatives can turn their passion into sustainable careers. Participants will identify ways to apply improvisation to real-life challenges such as building an audience, managing uncertainty, developing their brand, and navigating opportunities in the music industry.
Whether you are an emerging artist, creative entrepreneur, or community storyteller, this session will offer practical tools, cultural insight, and inspiration to help you move forward with confidence.
About the Presenter
Delbert Anderson is a Diné jazz trumpet artist, composer, and educator who stands at the forefront of a vibrant Native American jazz movement. Rooted deeply in his Diné heritage, his music weaves together Navajo “spinning songs” of love, healing, and courtship with the rich traditions of jazz, funk, and hip-hop.
Through the Delbert Anderson Quartet, he revives the improvised sounds of the Diné circle, blending cultural storytelling with contemporary sound. His compositions are inspired by the landscapes of the Navajo Nation, significant historical events, and a strong commitment to preserving and educating others about Diné history.
As both an artist and educator, Anderson embodies what it means to be a community-minded Indigenous individualist—using creativity, culture, and innovation to uplift his people while building a distinct voice in the global music scene.
For any questions or support with registering for this workshop, please contact us at hello@nativestartup.org.
You can also watch our past workshops on the Change Labs YouTube Channel.