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, Parlanto 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.
Gene: I have purchased your CD's in the past couple years since I was introduced to your playing by a friend of mine. I had the first Rhythm n Blues, Rock n Roll band on the Indiana University Campus, Bloomington, Indiana in 1959, Arnie & the Soul Brothers. I play guitar and had the great opportunity to see Wes Montgomery a few times in Indianapolis. I have been a B3 fan since Bill Doggett, Jack McDuff, Jimmy Smith, Joey D, Tony Monaco, and I have you on the list at the top. I just wanted to say hello... My friend who told me about you is Marshall Howard, a fellow associate instructor at Phoenix University. I listen to several of your tunes everyday on my MP3 player as I jog everyday. Keep up the great work and let me know if you would ever be in Indianapolis or possibly Chicago. I might mention I saw Deep Organ Trio three weeks ago and they are an awesome trio.
Yay!!! What I like about Gene Ludwig's playing..... Everything! Here's to one of America's hippest musicians to ever set fingers to keys! Hopefully I will be able to come see you again sometime, when our schedules don't collide.
Hi Gene!! How have you been? It's been a while. We are doing well here. Rachel is pregnant with twins and due this winter so my family is growing fast and I'm not getting out as much. Send my love to Patti! Take it slow! -J
Hey Gene,
Good to see you and Pattye on Saturday. Congrats on the award. Gonna try to swing by the parklet next Tuesday. It's always a treat when you bring the B-3 out!! -J
Gene,
I just love working with you. I look forward to sharing more stories and enjoying your great sense of humor ! I hope we can scan share the stage for many years to come!
Donna
Welcome. It is always an honor and a pleasure to share the stage with you. Here we can share some of our memories of the past 50 years. I know you will enjoy the photos and videos and sounds. Please some of your own and add you comments as you like. I had already posted a couple of videos of you.
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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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Love to you and Pattye.
Linda
Good to see you and Pattye on Saturday. Congrats on the award. Gonna try to swing by the parklet next Tuesday. It's always a treat when you bring the B-3 out!! -J
I just love working with you. I look forward to sharing more stories and enjoying your great sense of humor ! I hope we can scan share the stage for many years to come!
Donna
Welcome. It is always an honor and a pleasure to share the stage with you. Here we can share some of our memories of the past 50 years. I know you will enjoy the photos and videos and sounds. Please some of your own and add you comments as you like. I had already posted a couple of videos of you.