AFRO-AMERICAN MUSIC INSTITUTE CELEBRATES 36 YEARS
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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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January 9, 2010 from 7pm to 11pm – August Wilson Center for African American Culture The Renaissance Gala 2010: THE BEST IS YET TO COME! To benefit The Renaissance Fund at NEED $25.00 donation Saturday, January 9, 2010 7:00pm - 11:00pm August Wilson Center 980 Liberty Avenue Pitts… Organized by The Renaissance Group | Type: fundraiser, for, need
January 17, 2010 from 4pm to 6pm – THE AUGUST WILSON CENTER Billy Harper will be in concert with a choir directed by Dr James Johnson on sunday january 17,2010 for more information see his website: www.billyharper.com Organized by kuntu rep theatre | Type: fundraiser
January 23, 2010 at 8pm to January 24, 2010 at 2am – HOMESTEAD LIBRARY CONCERT HALL NUMEROUS MUSICANS BANDS AND SINGERS AND PLAYERS COME TOGETHER FOR HAITI Organized by Muddy Kreek Blues Band | Type: fundraiser
March 20, 2010 at 6pm to March 21, 2010 at 2am – FATE Lounge Berlin International Group, Code Whiskey and FATE Lounge present “Come Together” Pittsburgh Music 4 Haiti. When: Saturday, March 20th, 2010 6pm-until Music Begins at 8pm Where: Pittsburgh’s Newest… Organized by Berlin International Group | Type: fundraiser
March 20, 2010 at 6pm to March 21, 2010 at 2am – FATE Night Club & Ultra Lounge Berlin International Group, Code Whiskey and FATE Night Club & Ultra Lounge present “Come Together” Pittsburgh Music for Haiti. When: Saturday, March 20th, 2010 6pm-until Where: Pittsburgh’s Ne… Organized by Berlin International Group | Type: fundraiser
June 13, 2010 at 8pm to June 14, 2010 at 12am – Altar Bar PRESS RELEASE- “Guitars Over Cancer” Pittsburgh, PA May 19, 2010 PITTSBURGH MUSICIANS COME OUT FOR THE LATE WARREN KING. This first year we honor legendary Pittsburgh guitarist, Warren King, the Ki… Organized by Dave Yoho | Type: fundraiser
June 19, 2010 from 6pm to 8pm – August Wilson Center for African American Culture On Saturday June 19, 2010 @ 5pm House Of Manna presents “Father’s Day Celebration & Juneteenth Recognition” A Night of Comedy and Performances at the August Wilson Center for African American Cul… Organized by Sage Berlin | Type: fundraiser
August 20, 2010 from 5pm to 11pm – SHERWOOD ACRES (NEAR WTAE) SMOOTH GROOVES OF SUMMER CONCERT FEATURING HOWARD HEWETT, RODGER HUMPHRIES & ORCHESTRA WITH A TRIBUTE TO RAY CHARLES, COLLABORATION FEATURING KENNY BLAKE, THE CB TRIO HOST DONNA BAXTER- SOUL PITT… Organized by HOSANNA HOUSE INC. | Type: 20th, anniversay, celebration, fundraiser
October 2, 2010 from 6pm to 10pm – Elias Fry Barn, Knob Hill Park, Marshall Township, PA Oktoberfest Party and Benefit for Pennies from Heaven, Keeping Families Together Foundation Elias Fry Barn, Knob Hill Park, Marshall Township For Tickets Call 412-281-4200 or email penniesfromheaven… Organized by Dave Yoho | Type: fundraiser
October 10, 2010 from 4pm to 11:45pm – Grazie Restaurant Grazie Restaurant 100 Village Club Drive, Wexford, PA. 15090 (724) 934-7880 Featured Bands - The Rozanne Matthews Band, The hEARd, Ms Freddye and Blue Faze Chances to win AMAZING Chinese auction… Organized by Dave Yoho | Type: fundraiser
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