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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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February 25, 2011 from 7pm to 9pm – Thunderbird Cafe Tickets $15 advance at Paul's CDs, Caliban Books, Dave's Music Mine, The Exchange Downtown, The Exchange Squirrel Hill, or at the Thunderbird Cafe website. $20 at the door. Note this is an early sho… Organized by Manny Theiner | Type: concert
January 23, 2011 from 8pm to 9pm – Kresge Theater Celebrating the release of, Anthony Braxton/Ben Opie: "Duest (Pittsburgh) 2008", a concert at Kresge Theater in the College of Fine arts at CMU. Ben Opie, David Bernabo, Ben Harris, and Kerrith Liven… Organized by Ben Opie | Type: concert
October 27, 2010 from 5:30pm to 7pm – Homewood's Carnegie Library Auditorium Jazz Workshop,Inc Family Night Featuring Tony Campbell Band Presenting A Dedication to Cynthia D. Livingston With Special Guest Author Sandra Ford *Proceeds from her works will be contributed to the… Organized by Jazz Workshop, Inc. | Type: free, concert
October 16, 2010 from 7pm to 10pm – Rex Theatre Big tuba action coming up! Including a great Saturday night party and a great new CD, "Whinin' Boy"! With George Heid, Joe Dallas, Marc Reisman, Roger Day. See http://www.pittsburghlive.com:8007/x/p… Organized by Roger S Day | Type: cd, release, party, &, concert
August 8, 2010 from 2pm to 3pm – Carnegie Library Oakland -- Quiet Reading Room Sunday Afternoon Music Series: Brandon Meeks Trio Sunday, Aug 8 2:00p to 3:00p at Carnegie Library - Main & Children's Branch, Pittsburgh, PA The Brandon Meeks Trio is dedicated to the tradition… Organized by Carnegie Library | Type: concert, performance
July 24, 2010 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm – William Anderson Library The Penn Hills Jazz AllStars featuring Hosea Taylor will be performing on Saturday, July 24 from 7:30 to 8:30 PM at the William Anderson Library located at Saltsburg and Stotler Roads in Penn Hills.… Organized by Penn Hills Arts Council | Type: concert, performance
June 9, 2010 from 5:30pm to 7pm – Carnegie Library, Homewood Front Steps 7101 Hamilton Ave Pittsburgh, Pa 15208 Jazz on the Steps 2010.wps Organized by Jazz Workshop,Inc. | Type: free, weekley, summer, concert, series
March 31, 2010 from 5:30pm to 7pm – Carnegie Library Homewood Auditorium Jazz Workshop,Inc. Family Night Presents KENIA Born in the exotic city of Rio de Janeiro, KENIA is one of the most excitingly unique performers you can hear today. Her deep tone and excellent cho… Organized by Jazz Workshop,Inc. | Type: free, concert
February 24, 2010 from 5:30pm to 7pm – Carnegie Library - Homewood Mr. Harold Young and the Jazz WorkShop, Inc Presents Spirit on the Hill Jazz Ensemble in a concert that pays homage to the local musicians who have shared their talent with Pittsburgh and the world.… Organized by Jagsu | Type: concert, performance
November 29, 2009 from 5pm to 9pm – East Coast Crab / Malika's Register for this event now at: http://kapresentsjazzatmalikas-rss.eventbrite.com Tickets online in advance for $10. $15 at the door. Seating is limited. Event Details: Kevin Amos presents a a ser… Organized by Kevin Amos | Type: concert
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