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From Blakey to Brown, Como to Costa, Eckstine to Eldridge, Galbraith to Garner, Harris to Hines, Horne to Hyman, Jamal to Jefferson, Kelly to Klook; Mancini to Marmarosa, May to Mitchell, Negri to Nestico, Parlan to Ponder, Reed to Ruther, Strayhorn to Sullivan, Turk to Turrentine, Wade to Williams… the forthcoming publication Treasury of Pittsburgh Jazz Connections by Dr. Nelson Harrison and Dr. Ralph Proctor, Jr. will document the legacy of one of the world’s greatest jazz capitals.
Do you want to know who Dizzy Gillespie idolized? Did you ever wonder who inspired Kenny Clarke and Art Blakey? Who was the pianist that mentored Monk, Bud Powell, Tad Dameron, Elmo Hope, Sarah Vaughan and Mel Torme? Who was Art Tatum’s idol and Nat Cole’s mentor? What musical quartet pioneered the concept adopted later by the Modern Jazz Quartet? Were you ever curious to know who taught saxophone to Stanley Turrentine or who taught piano to Ahmad Jamal? What community music school trained Robert McFerrin, Sr. for his history-making debut with the Metropolitan Opera? What virtually unknown pianist was a significant influence on young John Coltrane, Shirley Scott, McCoy Tyner, Bobby Timmons and Ray Bryant when he moved to Philadelphia from Pittsburgh in the 1940s? Would you be surprised to know that Erroll Garner attended classes at the Julliard School of Music in New York and was at the top of his class in writing and arranging proficiency?
Some answers can be gleaned from the postings on the Pittsburgh Jazz Network.
For almost 100 years the Pittsburgh region has been a metacenter of jazz originality that is second to no other in the history of jazz. One of the best kept secrets in jazz folklore, the Pittsburgh Jazz Legacy has heretofore remained mythical. We have dubbed it “the greatest story never told” since it has not been represented in writing before now in such a way as to be accessible to anyone seeking to know more about it. When it was happening, little did we know how priceless the memories would become when the times were gone.
Today jazz is still king in Pittsburgh, with events, performances and activities happening all the time. The Pittsburgh Jazz Network is dedicated to celebrating and showcasing the places, artists and fans that carry on the legacy of Pittsburgh's jazz heritage.
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70's SOUL JAM & Food Feast Ft. The Dramatics, Stylistics, Ray Goodman & Brown and Blue Magic
Event Details
Time: August 13, 2010 to August 15, 2010
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
City/Town: Baltimore, Maryland
Phone: 412 657 3327
Event Type: concert, food, festival
Organized By: Kent Bey
Latest Activity: Aug 10, 2010
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Event Description
70's SOUL JAM / Lobster & Crab Feast!!!
August 13 - 15, 2010
Featuring: The Stylistics, The Dramatics, Ray Goodman & Brown, and Blue Magic
In Baltimore, MD bus leaving Pittsburgh
BUS
-- Leaving PITTSBURGH @ Hill House Association (Hill District)
-- 1835 Center Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15219
-- Departs Friday 13th at 3pm
PRICE / PAYMENT
($50 down payment DUE NOW to hold your seat / non-refundable)
AUG 13-15 (leave Friday 3pm & return Sunday afternoon)
-- $329 per person - Quad Occp. (Second Payment $110 / Final Payment $169)
-- $349 per person - Triple Occp. (Second Payment $120 / Final Payment $179)
-- $359 per person - Double Occp. (Second Payment $125 / Final Payment $184)
-- includes room, transportation, activities, food, drinks, partys, concerts, more details below
1st Deposit $50 Due Now
2nd Payment Due June 13
3rd Final Payment For ALL Options Due July 13
To sign up, make payment or Info call (412) 657 3327
To sign up, make payment or Info call (412) 657 3327
JOIN OUR STAFF GET PA ID& FREE BENEFITS
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ALL YOU CAN EAT MEALS
Friday Night (evening)
Welcome Refreshments upon arrival including Hot Chicken wings, Pizza, and beverages
Saturday and/or Sunday (morning)
American Buffet Breakfasts featuring Cinnamon French Toast with Maple Syrup, Corn Beef Hash, Beef Sausage, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Home Fries, Grits, Breakfast Breads, Fruit Salad Bowl, Coffee, Tea, Milk & Juices
Saturday (evening)
LOBSTER & CRAB FEAST All-U-Can-Eat featuring:
CARVING STATION:
Choice Beef, Fresh & Smoked Country Ham, Turkey Breast, Mustard, Mayonnaise, Horseradish, Barbecue Sauce, Onions, Fresh Breads and Rolls
HOT BUFFET:
Seafood Bisque Soup, Old Bay Seasoned #1 & #2 Crabs, Old Bay Seasoned Shrimp, Seasoned Shrimp Creole & Rice, Honey Fried Chicken, Tangy Barbecue Chicken, Whipped Potatoes & Gravy, Collard Greens, Buttery Corn on the Cob, Herbed Green Beans
COLD BUFFET:
Tossed Garden Salad w/assorted dressings, Fruit Bowl of Melons, Apples and Seasonal Berries, Tangy Dips
DESSERTS (Last Hour): Assorted Iced Sheet Cakes
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PREMIUM OPEN BAR
9 HOURS
-- Friday: 10:00pm - 2:00am
-- Saturday: 3pm-6pm And 12am-2am
Alize, Hennessy, Hypnotiq
Absolute, Beefeater's,
J&B, Dewar's White Label,
Barcardi Silvery, Tequila,
Schnapps, Seagram's 7,
Heineken, Corona, Wine
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ENDLESS ACTIVITIES
-- Baltimore Harbor Excursion
-- National Great Blacks in Wax Museum*
-- Baltimore National Aquarium*
-- Harrah's Chester Cas ino & Racetrack
-- Tropicana Cas ino with the Quarter**
-- Philadelphia Park Ca s ino & Racetrack
-- Prime & Franklin Mills Outlet Shopping
** Any A. C. trip is an additional $10 per person and requires a full bus for this activity.
* Additional Charge - all activities require minimum sign up and are subject to change and weather conditions.
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HOTEL FEATURES - 1ST-CLASS RESORT
Hotel Offers:
-- Indoor Tropical Courtyard
-- Large Indoor Pool
-- Fitness Center
-- Restaurant, Lounge & Deli
-- Sports Complex
-- Gift Shop
-- Jogging Trails
-- Jacuzzi & Sauna
-- All-Star Arcade
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Call To Make Deposit Today... Seats/Tickets Will Go Fast!!
FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS
-- Premium Open Bar
-- Round Trip Transportation
-- 1st Class Hotel Accommodations
-- All You Can Eat Meals
-- All Day Activities Pass
-- Nightly Parties and Dancing
-- Live Concert Entertainment
-- After Hours Parties with Music & Dancing 'til 4am
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Comment by Kent Bey on May 6, 2010 at 5:09pm
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Please spread the word. I hope everyone can make it!
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