A few months ago, when this reading became a reality,
there was little doubt of anyone on the Board of POG
who we would tap to introduce Clark Coolidge, our second act
tonight.
There was little doubt for me after I read--
really kind of riveting.
I hope it's online someplace.
Interview between John Melillo and Clark Coolidge
in the Poetry Project Newsletter.
Check it out, if you can find it.
They cover poetry and jazz and music.
And it's a really great reading.
John Melillo is a poet and Assistant Professor
of Literature and Sound Studies at the University of Arizona,
and one half of the band Algae and Tentacles.
Please, welcome John Melillo.
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