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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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June 20, 2015 at 9pm to June 21, 2015 at 12am – MARVA JO'S BISTRO Come and enjoy a delicious dinner with us. Have a fun evening of entertainment among friends. Tickets $25.00 in advance $30.00 at door Live entertainment featuring FULL TILT Organized by Dr. Nelson Harrison | Type: live, entertainment, &, barbecue, dinner, byob
December 21, 2014 from 4pm to 6:30pm – Parkway Have a Swingin’ Chanukah! Swing Dance, Concert, & Holiday Celebration December 21st, 4-6:30 PM at Parkway Jewish Center featuring Henry Shapiro & Swing Fever free Swing dance lesson at 4pm… Organized by Henry Shapiro | Type: dance, concert, &, holiday, celebration
August 23, 2014 from 5pm to 9pm – Robinson Ken on guitar from 5 until 9 Organized by Ken Lamison | Type: food, drink, &, music
May 17, 2013 at 9pm to May 18, 2013 at 12am – JT's @ The Club This Friday 5/17/13 from 9 pm - 12 am join us for a night of soul with Flo Wilson & The Old School Band. This and every second Friday of the month we at JT's feature the best R&B and Smooth… Organized by Rochelle Cherry | Type: smooth, jazz, &, r&b
January 13, 2012 at 9pm to January 14, 2012 at 12am – James Street Gastropub and Speakeasy Starting Friday January 13, 2012 The Blues Orphans will be at the new James Street Gastropub & Speakeasy "every 2nd Friday of each month during 2012". 9:00 to Midnight. . ...& don't forget, y… Organized by The Blues Orphans | Type: blues, &, jazz, at, james, street
April 3, 2011 from 6pm to 11pm – FUTULES' HARMAR HOUSE SOUTHSIDE JERRY MELLIX performs in support of The Holidays and rejoins his band from 1975, THE MEMORIES. The latter band hasn't performed for over 12 years. There are two other groups to perform in… Organized by HOL-PRO PRODUCTIONS and WLSW Power 104 | Type: dinner, dance, &, show
June 26, 2010 from 3pm to 8pm – CJ's In The Strip Please join us for an exciting afternoon of jazz, art, and fun as we spend time with family and friends at Talk Magazine’s Jazz & Art Gallery on June 26, 2010 at CJ’s In The Strip from 3:00 pm to… Organized by Luther Sewell | Type: jazz, &, arts, festival
June 26, 2009 from 6:30pm to 10pm – Holiday Inn Oakland Celebrating Excellence in the Arts: ONYX AWARD RECIPIENTS: Bill Nunn, Jr. - Pride of Pittsburgh Award and Keynote Speaker Dr. Nelson Harrison - Rob Penny Lifetime Achievement Award Tickets - $50.00… Organized by Vickie Bey | Type: dinner, &, awards, show
February 5, 2009 at 6pm – Manchester Craftmen's Guild Very cool event with Pittsburgh Jazz Legends playing alongside visual artists creating new works. January 19 – April 3, 2009 Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild (MCG) is excited to present Seeing Jazz: A T… Organized by Amy_at_MCGJazz | Type: FREE!, Open, House, Reception, &, Concert
August 23, 2008 from 8pm to 9pm – Penn Hills Library Penn Hills Jazz AllStars featuring Jessie Wills on vocals and Tim Jenkins on keyboard. Organized by Penn Hills Arts Council, Penn Hills Mayor and Council, PA Council on the Arts, Comcast | Type: Concert, &, Arts, Festival
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