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PITTSBURGH JAZZ
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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Brazilian Celebration Calendar, incl. Leimert Park Brazilian Fest
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Time: March 27, 2009 at 5pm to March 28, 2009 at 11pm
Location: Los Angeles
Website or Map: http://www.brazilian-consulat…
Event Type: brazilian, celebration
Organized By: Brasilian Consulate
Latest Activity: Mar 26, 2009
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Event Description
Friday, March 27
The Brazilian Consulate Gallery is pleased to announce its new exhibit “PRIMAVERA” – A Retrospective
Featuring: Ana Paula Negrão (photographer), Andréa Nantes (painter), Bia Gayotto (photographer), Bruna Massadas (photographer), Eunice Broderick (painter), Flavia Monteiro (painter), Marcelo Moreira (sculpture), Marcia Brito (photographer), Noeli Zanon (painter/mix media), Olavo Multini (painter), Rose Lobo (mix media) and Sandra Zebi (ceramics).
Please join us for the opening reception on Friday, March 27, at 5 pm Brazilian Mall in Culver City 10826 Venice Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
The Opening Reception of this Retrospective is made possible by: Ministry of External Relations – Brazil, Brazil Explore, Brazilian Mall and Pizzato Wines.
Friday, March 27, 8:00PM to 2:00AM
1st Annual Brazilian Dance Group Competition
For the first time, an event that shows a variety of the Brazilian cultural dances in an exciting group competition in California.
Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places
All Brazilian dance groups welcome. Please apply. Contact (714) 376-6658; claudiascastello@yahoo.com
Where: SAMBA Churrascaria - Brazilian Steak House and Bar 207 North Harbor Drive Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Admission Ages: 21 and over FREE ADMISSION
Saturday March, 28
First Annual Costume Party Leimert Park Brazilian Carnaval
4343 Leimert Blvd, LA, CA 90008
$10.00 Admission, $15.00 at the door
323-296-5717
Saturday March 28, 2009
Bateria Rehearsal at the Blue Cafe The SambaLa Bateria will be rehearsing for 3 hours on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Blue Cafe from 4-7 pm with Renni Flores. We will be rehearsing breaks for Bahia-style music as well as samba. Everyone in the bateria and those of you who are interested in becoming part of the bateria are invited.
Those of you who have drums, please bring them. Those who don't have them, we can supply you with one.
The Blue Café210 The Promenade North
Long Beach, CA
Sunday, March 29 @ 3p.m.
Marta's Inaugural Game Los Angeles Sol vs. Washington Freedom http://www.brazilian-consulate.org/news/MartaSoccer.pdf
COMING UP…in APRIL
EVERY FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH BRAZILIAN FILM SERIES AT UCLA
Wednesday, April 01 O Mistério do Samba (The Mystery of Samba) Screening of O Misterio do Samba(2008), directed by Lula Buarque de Hollanda and Carolina Jabor.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM James Bridges Theatre
Melnitz Hall 1409
Los Angeles, CA 90028
This documentary explores the everyday life of the members of Velha Guarda da Portela, the legendary group of samba school players that holds the record for the most titles won in the carnival of Rio de Janeiro - and how this life becomes the inspiration for their beautiful songs. Guided by contemporary singer-songwriter Marisa Monte, who interviews many of the musicians, the film also delves into Velha Guarda's history, with Monte coaxing songs from the older musicians--many never recorded--that risked being forgotten. Sure to delight all music lovers, the film also features special appearances by contemporary stars Paulinho da Viola and Zeca Pagodinho.
http://www.international.ucla.edu/lac/events/showevent.asp?eventid=7320
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