Prof. James Benson, a dedicated music educator at Cal Poly, California, made a significant impact in 1973 by self-funding a private press LP titled "The Gow-Dow Experience." This album showcased the talents of his teenage students, blending influences from their recent African travels with the radical jazz movements of early '70s Black America. Benson's commitment to his students and passion for music education have left a lasting legacy in the jazz community. ([jazzmanholygrailseries.bandcamp.com](https://jazzmanholygrailseries.bandcamp.com/album/the-gow-dow-experience?utm_source=openai))