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.
Hey Derrick, best of luck in the final stages of writing, if things get rough you can draw on all that spirit from the Jazz Workshop and Grill days ... it'll see you through. Take care. -- Foley
Yes. It has been years. I am goig through the ceremonies within the next two weeks. I will complete my writings during the summer. Yes. I have finished and am starting to look for new adventures musically. It is great to hear from you. My mom is fine. I will drop you a line to make some music. Wow Mr Yalch! It has been a long time. We will get together soon.
Long time no see! I am with Buster Alston all the time so he keeps me up to date with what you are doing. Did you finish your doctorate? How is your mom? Drop me a line.
This is great. One begins to miss the love of Pittsburgh when abroad. I am glad and proud to represent Pittsburgh's grand traditions concerning the arts, American Classical Music (Jazz). Thanks with love, groove and home.
This is a vehicle you can use to keep in touch wherever you are in the world. Let's let everyone know who we are and why the 'Burgh tradition is second to none in 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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So good meet you here.
Be well!
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May
I am very proud of you! you did the Burg Good! Can't wait to see you and keep me updated!
Yes. It has been years. I am goig through the ceremonies within the next two weeks. I will complete my writings during the summer. Yes. I have finished and am starting to look for new adventures musically. It is great to hear from you. My mom is fine. I will drop you a line to make some music. Wow Mr Yalch! It has been a long time. We will get together soon.
Sincerely,
Derrick Finch
Long time no see! I am with Buster Alston all the time so he keeps me up to date with what you are doing. Did you finish your doctorate? How is your mom? Drop me a line.
Andy Yalch
I send good wishes and hoping all is well in your journey. How's that good Sean doing? (your Uncle, I think?)
Be well good man,
George
This is great. One begins to miss the love of Pittsburgh when abroad. I am glad and proud to represent Pittsburgh's grand traditions concerning the arts, American Classical Music (Jazz). Thanks with love, groove and home.
Musically,
Derrick Finch
This is a vehicle you can use to keep in touch wherever you are in the world. Let's let everyone know who we are and why the 'Burgh tradition is second to none in jazz.
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