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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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May 2, 2009 from 1pm to 11pm – Your Inner Vagabond This weekend, Molly in the Crowd and several other music groups will be doing a concert to benefit organizations devoted to helping homeless people. The three beneficiary organizations are: Homeless… Organized by Roger S Day | Type: benefit, concert
April 30, 2009 from 8pm to 10pm – Most Wanted Fine Art Native Pittsburgher/ Alto Saxophonist Matt Blostein performs with Vinny Sperrazza on drums, Geoff Kraly on Bass, and Ryan Mackstaller on Guitar. This is sure to be a great show!!!! Organized by Matt Bloestein | Type: concert
April 29, 2009 from 8pm to 10pm – The Shadow Lounge Featuring original music by James Johnson III and Carolyn Perteete. This music is a unique and tasteful blend of jazz, soul and pop. You'll love it! Musicians include: Daniel May (piano), Alton Merre… Organized by Carolyn | Type: jazz/soul/pop, concert
April 28, 2009 from 7:30pm to 11:30pm – Caberet at Theater Square Jon Hendricks is one of the world's favorite jazz vocalists and considered to be the "Father of Vocalese" or "scatting". Founder of the legendary trio Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, they took the VOCAL… Organized by The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | Type: concert
April 25, 2009 from 8pm to 10:30pm – Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts Legendary jazz pianist and composer Ahmad Jamal will be feted in grand style on a night of "Magic." The Maestro and his stellar ensemble will perform for fans. Celebrity co-hosts include Cosby Show a… Organized by Platinum Partners and Mason Music | Type: concert
March 29, 2009 from 7pm to 10pm – The Rhythm House Cafe The Tuesday Night Big Band will be performing for The Pittsburgh Jazz Society at The Rhythm House Cafe. Featuring vocalist Lori Russo. Free Concert!!! Organized by Deb Weible | Type: concert
March 22, 2009 from 8pm to 11pm – Bridgeville Join the free weekly concert hosted by the Pittsburgh Jazz Society. Organized by Colter Harper | Type: concert
February 20, 2009 from 6pm to 8pm – Sweetwater Arts Center The Boilermaker Jazz Band will be swinging away at this intimate theatre. Join us for wine, hors d'ouvres and hot jazz! Organized by Paul Cosentino | Type: concert
January 9, 2009 at 7:30pm – Hazlett Theater HiTEC, Histrionic Thought Experiment Cooperative is an independent orchestra of 22 people founded by tENTATIVELY, a cONVENIENCE. It turns classic Thought Experiments such as the "Infinite Monkey Theo… Organized by Ben Opie | Type: concert
December 8, 2008 at 8pm – 7 E 27th St, btwn 5th and Madison, NYC Some have called her the Peggy Lee of punk, some have called her an intergalactic juggernaut of vehement and disruptive love, you may call her Phat Man Dee, cosmic jazz chantuese. Join us on Monday D… Organized by Phat Man Dee | Type: concert
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