Pittsburgh's Own Regional Notables of Jazz
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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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August 25Saturday
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Edgewood Symphony plays Ellington by Wilson
August 25, 2012 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm – Koenig Field, Edgewood The Edgewood Symphony will perform a beautiful arrangement of Sophisticated Lady for full orchestra and trumpet soloist Roger Dannenberg. Arranged by John "Doc" Wilson. Organized by Borough of Edgewood and Edgewood Symphony | Type: free, outdoor, concert, in, the, park
December 31Monday
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Michele Bensen & The Chris Pangikas Trio
December 31, 2012 at 7pm to January 1, 2013 at 12:15am – The Omni William Penn Hotel Pittsburgh, PA Bring in the New Year 2013 in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA at The Omni Wm. Penn Hotel with Jazz vocalist Michele Bensen and The Chris Pangikas Trio. Organized by Michele Bensen | Type: new, year's, eve, jazz, in, the, lobby
January 17Thursday
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Musicians Club
January 17, 2013 from 6pm to 7pm – Jazz Workshop, Inc. "For People Who Dig Creative Music" Get out early and socialize, enjoy a lite lunch, and play with other musicians. Enjoy open forums featuring a variety of topics. "Open Mind, Open Forum" Open to… Organized by Jazz Workshop, Inc. | Type: musical, forum, open, to, the, public
January 19Saturday
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Jessica Lee & Mark Strickland -CD Release Party
January 19, 2013 at 8:30pm to January 20, 2013 at 12:30am – Little E's Jazz Club 949 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Jessica Lee & Mark Strickland celebrate the release of thier new CD Silver Days Charcoal Nights. They will be joined by Jay Willis, Dave Pellow and other great musicians. Local artists will be… Organized by Roy Ruzika | Type: opwen, to, the, public
February 3Sunday
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Sunday Jazz Brunch at the Walnut Grill in Mt. Lebanon, With Don Aliquo, Sr., Mark Perna and Martin E. Rosenberg
February 3, 2013 from 11am to 2pm – The Walnut Grill, Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon Come Out to the Walnut Grill in Mt. Lebanon on Sunday, February 3 and 10, and every other Sunday ongoing, to hear mainstream jazz with Don Aliquo, Sr., Mark Perna and Martin E. Rosenberg. The food i… Organized by Dr. Martin E. Rosenberg | Type: jazz, brunch, with, the, aliquo/perna/rosenberg, trio
February 10Sunday
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Jazz Brunch with Don Aliquo, Sr., Mark Perna and Martin E. Rosenberg
February 10, 2013 from 11am to 2pm – The Walnut Grill, Washington Road, Mt. Lebanon Come to a tasty Jazz Brunch with Don Aliquo, Sr., Mark Perna and Martin E. Rosenberg at the Walnut Grill on Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon this Sunday, February 10, from 11am-2pm. We will be leafing… Organized by Dr. Martin E. Rosenberg | Type: jazz, brunch, with, the, aliquo/perna/rosenberg, trio
March 3Sunday
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Jazz Brunch at The Walnut Grill in Mt Lebanon with Don Aliquo Sr.--Saxophone and Flute, Mark Perna--String Bass, Martin E. Rosenberg--Guitar. , Sunday, March 3,
March 3, 2013 from 11am to 2pm – The Walnut Grill, Washington Road, in the center of downtown Mt. Lebanon Come join us for a tasty brunch at The Walnut Grill, and hear the sultry sounds of the American Song Book and classic Jazz Standards with Don Aliquo Sr.--Saxophones and Flute, Mark Perna--String and… Organized by Dr. Martin E. Rosenberg | Type: jazz, brunch, with, the, aliquo/perna/rosenberg, trio
April 9Tuesday
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Michele Bensen
April 9, 2013 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm – Mansions On Fifth Hotel 5105 Fifth Ave. Shadyside, PA 15232 An Evening of Romantic Jazz Michele Bensen with pianist Max Leake Featuring classic jazz tunes to soothe the soul. Reservations are Required for this event. 412-381-5105 Organized by Michele Bensen | Type: tuesday, duo, series, in, the, oak, room
April 20Saturday
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Roger Barbour Jazz Trio
April 20, 2013 from 8pm to 11pm – Emsworth Pa Roger Barbour Jazz Trio will be playing at the beautiful "Cafe Notte" Restaurant and Nightclub located in Emsworth Pa on Saturday April 20th at 8pm featuring Tim Jenkins on Keyboard, Vince Taglieri o… Organized by Roger Barbour Sr | Type: open, to, the, public
May 15Wednesday
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Roger Barbour Jazz Quartet
May 15, 2013 from 8pm to 11pm – Cultural District My Band the "Roger Barbour Jazz Quartet" will be playing at NOLA ON THE SQUARE on Wednesday May 15th from 8pm till 11pm, featuring Tim Jenkins on Piano, Vince Taglieri on Drums,Bob Insco on Bass,myse… Organized by Roger Barbour Sr | Type: open, to, the, public
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