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Dr. Nelson Harrison's Comments

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At 12:59am on August 26, 2009, Lady said…: Hello Dr. Nelson Harrison,
Thank you so much for to invite me on you site.
Jazz greetz,
Lady

At 4:34am on August 17, 2009, Motown Mitch said…: Thanks for having me on your site... I've met others here on other ning sites.
Talk soon,
Mitch

At 7:36am on August 13, 2009, jerry byrd said…: i was trying to put my picture i for got how help ha ha

At 4:37pm on August 6, 2009, Devorah Segall said…: Hi Nelson
Hope all is well with you
I'll be in Pgh soon..
My friend Sue just sent me this
had to share it with you...
need to laugh? This is great! :
"The Minutes Go Like Hours When You Sing"

Dave Tull singing and playing his song(He sounds great too.)

At 12:57am on July 30, 2009, Barb James said…: Thank you so much for the hearty welcome! It is a pleasure to be a part of this network and I can't wait for you to talk to Joe Evans.

At 8:30pm on July 29, 2009, jdlaughead said…: I certainly will. I wanted him to re-release his Christmas Album Open Pantry has Betters This Christmas. I have the original record, which I Remastered, to get a more Hi Fidelity sound, as that album was done in the sixties. I believe, his first Album, Harold Betters at The Encore,was done in 1960, and 2010, will be the 50th Anniversary of his first Album, which would make a great re-release of it for next year. A double DVD of the two would make a great package, maybe released through the Jazz Club. I remastered it on a couple of cassettes, which I sent to Harold awhile back. There is alot of History of the Jazz scene of the 50's & 60's in Pittsburgh, I feel should be brought out. The Basic reason I ran the First Jazz Festival, was to decide the question who was the best Trobonist in Pittsburgh? Harold, or Tommy Turk. Harold won the contest, of course Tommy wasn't to bad. Dr. if you E-mail me your address, I will send you some very interesting material and also some of the Live tapes I did of Harold in Pittsburgh, at the Pitt Pott, Haddon Hall, and south hills. I never recorded him at the Encore, because the acoustics were so bad. I have a original copy of the Nitelife Paper, The TOWN-CRIER Nov 17 1961, which I will send you.
Take 5
Jim Laughead

At 6:14pm on July 29, 2009, Barb James said…: My name is Barbara James and I am a Pittsburgh Public School teacher. My cousin, 93 year old Joe Evans played with many of the greats including Billie Holliday, Jay McShann, Lionel Hampton, Cab Calloway, Charlie Parker, Bill Bojangles Robinson, and many others. Cousin Joe discovered, managed, wrote for, arranged, and produced for the Manhattans. He was also the owner of Carnival Records. He is still alive, has written a book titled, Follow Your Heart: Moving w/ the Giants of Jazz, Swing, and Rhythm and Blues and shares many stories about his days as an alto saxman. Thus, my interest in jazz.

At 5:46am on July 22, 2009, selena brookins said…: Dr. Nelson, you're an excellent person. you're always in my thoughts and prayers. love that jazz. thankyou always. 7-22 0050

At 9:21pm on July 19, 2009, Frank Cohen said…: Nelson,

Great playing with you last night. We should get together again before I leave for school. Also, do you think you could email the "Round Midnight" recording to me when you get a chance to?

Frank

At 3:43am on July 10, 2009, favour said…: Beloved in Christ,

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We were married for eleven years without a child. He died after a brief illness that lasted for only four days.Before his death we were both born again Christian. Please if you never mind I want to discuss Very Important matter in Christ Kingdom with you, kindly send me a message to my box (favourclement10@yahoo.com for more information's

Remain blessed in the Lord
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At 6:02pm on July 1, 2009, Lori Jenaire said…: Thank yiou Nelson. I also thought i was already a member - but Luther D. notified me that i was not on the page.

Hope to make music with you in the near future!

Peace & Blessings,

Lori

At 6:12pm on June 24, 2009, Cristina Marie Aloe said…: Wow. That was quick an awesome. Are Joe Negri or Maureen Budway on here? Any advice for a female singer with a drummer's instincts?

At 4:52pm on June 24, 2009, Cristina Marie Aloe said…: Well, Thank you, Dr. Harrison. That is a supreme compliment. I grew up hanging around the Mellon Jazz Festival when it was still in Pittsburgh, so I am more than eager to learn about the current Jazz Community in Pittsburgh. I am totally open to suggestions about people to add to my profile, and as always good role models for a young, female musician who idolizes Buddy Rich. If you know what I mean.

Thank you, Sir.

At 2:09am on June 24, 2009, tim max said…: IS SO GOOD BE YOUR FRIEND , A HUGS

At 3:35am on June 19, 2009, Chris Thomas said…: Thanks Doc for the shout out. I appreciate it!

Take care,
Chris

At 5:43pm on June 17, 2009, Andrea said…: Greetings Dr. Nelson,

Your page is very interesting and informative. I just came back from a long absence online ulogies. I miss being among those who love and share many stories about their musician lives and experiences. I appologize for not being able to take advantage visiting many of the sites featuring live and free jazz events. I am busy in churc. I sing gospel songs in worship and praise. I watch my grandson at my apartmen, then sometimes fatique after thatt. I practice my keyboard synthesizer when the time allows me too. I would like to learn piano and organ as a professional. I read and study the beginners books trying to make music. I also teach my grandson how to play easy songs. It is great to share a talent with others and see them enjoy the sounds they can create by ear or reading music. Thank you for all your invitation emails sent to me. I am still anticpating to show up to at lease one. The free outside concert may be feasible for us to attend. Thank you for sharing your life experience with me and everyone who come in contact with your web site. God bless you greatly to move into dead lives with rich live music to senthisize movement in them. God has done great things through you. I am very grateful to have met you in Pittsburgh.

At 1:04am on June 17, 2009, Doug Smith said…: Great site. Much appreciated.

Thanks,
Doug

At 1:18pm on June 16, 2009, JO TONGO said…: Greetings Dr Nelson
Happy to see you like my video.
So let's share it with your own friends
Have a great day
JAH BLESS