"I want to be a force for real good. In other words. I know that there are bad forces, forces that bring suffering to others and misery to the world, but I want to be the opposite force. I want to be the force which is truly for good." -John Coltrane (1926-1967)
Are there people who don't know who John Coltrane was? A local native who grew up in High Point and became one of the greatest world-renowned jazz artists that continues to influence the music scene to this day. This statue in downtown High Point is a tribute to the man, showing him with his saxophone.
The artwork is next to the High Point City Hall which has parking. Though if there is any sort of concert or sporting event, it's going to be tough to...
Read moreThis is a historic landmark of unprecedented significance in North Carolina. John Coltrane is one of the greatest musicians who has ever lived. He was born in Hamlet l, North Carolina and grew up in High Point, North Carolina before moving to Philadelphia.This place IS safe. I'm proud that North Carolina has this statue. There are many other Jazz musicians who are deserving of one as so many Jazz musicians (and other musicians), hail from N.C. Also featured at the site, are weatherproof audio examples of his work!!!!!!! Three cheers!!! Three cheers!!!Three cheers for John...
Read moreYou need to park on the side, next to the statue and take pictures with it. Do not leave the car or they will tow it. Also...not a safe place. While I was taking pictures I had guys yelling at me " Hey white girl what are u doing?" " Hey cutie take a picture with us" etc...It made me very uncomfortable and unsafe . Avoid going at dark . Do...
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