Pittsburgh's Own Regional Notables of Jazz
PITTSBURGH 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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All Carlos Jimenez jazz Events (20)
September 5Saturday
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Nashville Jazz, Blues & Heritage Festival
September 5, 2009 all day – Riverfront Park - Nashville, TN Lori Jenaire performs with Boney James & Friends Labor Day Weekend! Organized by NBL Foundation | Type: jazz, festival
August 23Sunday
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JAZZ MASTERS CONCERT
August 23, 2009 from 4pm to 7:30pm – NEW HAZLETT THEATER This concert culminates the Summer Jazz Camp with a monumental performance by some of Pittsburgh's and the world's greatest jazz legends, along with the children who attended the camp. You, your fam… Organized by AAMI/American Music Crossroads Summer Jazz Camp | Type: jazz, concert
July 17Friday
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The BLUES ORPHANS 30th ANNIVERSARY.... at Little E's Jazz Club..............................!
July 17, 2009 at 8:30pm – Little E's Jazz & Blues Club Join the Blues Orphans at Little E's Jazz Club as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary! This may turn out to be a star-studded special guests event. 8:30 to 12:30. No Cover. *come one - come all - to T… Organized by The Blues Orphans | Type: the, blues, orphans, 30th, anniversary, at, little, e's, jazz, club
May 15Friday
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Donna Bailey Quartet with Special Guest Ron Anthony
May 15, 2009 from 8pm to 11pm – Club Cefalo's You are invited to spend a very special evening with Donna Bailey's Jazz Quartet, featuring her special guest, Ron Anthony. The show is "A Tribute to the Great Songwriters" and a celebration of Donna… Organized by Donna Bailey | Type: donna, bailey, jazz, tribute
May 11Monday
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Interval Mondays @ AVA: Weekly Live Jazz/Jam Session
May 11, 2009 at 9pm to May 12, 2009 at 2am – AVA Lounge Live jazz w/ the Interval Trio & friends - J. Malls spinning jazz vinyl NO COVER - drink specials EVERY MONDAY NIGHT!!! Organized by J. Malls | Type: weekly, live, jazz
May 7Thursday
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ANTOINETTE AT LITTLE E'S THURSDAY, MAY 7TH
May 7, 2009 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm – Libery Ave. upstairs from Mohoney's Pittsburgh, Pa. Antoinette Manganas will be performing at Little E's in Pittsburgh, Pa. on Liberty Ave. (upper level) She will be performing songs from her VERBAL CRUSH CD, and from Norman Connor's STAR POWER and al… Organized by Antoinette Manganas | Type: a, night, of, smooth, contemporary, urban, jazz
April 18Saturday
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Harold Betters "Mr Trombone" Live
April 18, 2009 from 7pm to 10pm – Johnny's Wilmerding Johnny's Wilmerding Organized by Harold Betters | Type: jazz
January 11Sunday
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Pittsburgh Jazz Network Series -- No Cover. No Minimum. Just great jazz!
January 11, 2009 at 8pm – New Hazlett Theater -- North Side -- 6 Allegheny Square E -- Pittsburgh, PA 15212 The jazz session will be lead by the trombone guru, Nelson Harrison. The evening will feature a live set from different artists each week followed by a jam session. Bring an instrument, or just sit b… Organized by Debi Sciranka | Type: live, jazz, music
November 16Sunday
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Pittsburgh Jazz Network Series at the New Hazlett Theater
November 16, 2008 at 8pm – New Hazlett Theater, North Side, 6 Allegheny Square E., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Led by the trombone guru, Nelson Harrison, the evening will feature a live set from different artists each week followed by a jam session. Bring an instrument, or just sit back and enjoy. No Cover.… Organized by Debi Sciranka | Type: jazz, music, forum, performance
September 28Sunday
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Last Days Cafe at the New Hazlett Theater - Pittsburgh's Jazz Scene Featuring Nelson Harrison
September 28, 2008 at 5:30pm – New Hazlett Theater, 6 Allegheny Square E, Pittsburgh PA 15212 -- on the North Side On the heels of the recent successful City of Asylum Jazz/Poetry Concert, the New Hazlett Theater is presenting an evening of networking and discussions on Pittsburgh’s jazz scene as they explore dev… Organized by Debi Sciranka | Type: jazz, music, discussion, networking
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