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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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TROMBONIST AL DOWE SUFFERS A STROKE
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Permalink Reply by Kevin Amos on
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I am so sorry to hear that. Al...you are in our prayers.
Kevin Amos
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Permalink Reply by Elizabeth "Betty" Asche Douglas on
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Last I heard, Al is in Rm 508A, Stroke & Injury Unit of UPMC South Side
2000 Mary Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
412-488-5550
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Al has been discharged from South Side Hospital. Rehab will continue on outpatient basis.
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Permalink Reply by Devorah Segall on
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Sending prayers for your healing, Al
Devorah Segall
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Permalink Reply by Eugene Woody Smith on
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I am so sorry to hear this.He has been part of the Pittsburgh music scene for as long as i can remember.May he recover.
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Permalink Reply by Robert Banks on
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I am Bob Banks. I used to play with Al in the 70's and 80's. Sorry to hear about him. Hope he recovers soon
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Permalink Reply by DR. LEO CASINO on
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My brother my prayers are with you, I remember you coming by to pick me up to play with you when I was 15 years old. Bobby O Brown and Dewitt Smith.You will pull through my brother.
Leo
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Permalink Reply by M. J. Washington on
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My thoughts and prayers are with Al for a complete and total recovery. M. J.
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Permalink Reply by Paul Thompson on
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Much love and prayer go out to Al and his family! Get well, brother.
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Permalink Reply by Gene Stovall on
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Many Blessings for a Speedy Recovery!
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