Pittsburgh's Own Regional Notables of Jazz
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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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Past Events (5,711)
July 19Wednesday
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Richie Cole Alto Madness Quartet
July 19, 2017 from 8pm to 10pm – City of Asylum @ Alphabet City Featured musicians: Richie Cole – Alto SaxophoneReid Hoyson – DrumsAva Lintz – BassKevin Moore – Piano Richie Cole started playing alto saxophone when he was 10 years old in his home town of Trenton,… Organized by City of Asylum/Pittsburgh | Type: jazz, concert
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RML Jazz in concert at Bayne Library
July 19, 2017 from 7pm to 9pm – Bayne Library RML Jazz will be performing in concert outside the Bayne Library in Bellevue at 7:00pm. RML Jazz will feature Laura Wiens on vocals,Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Glenn Utsch o… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: outdoor, concert
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J.W.I. Jazz On The Steps
July 19, 2017 from 5:30pm to 7pm – Pittsburgh Carnegie Library ~ Homewood Branch It's That Time for This Year’s Season of the J.W.I. "Jazz On The Steps" Series. Starting Wednesday June 7th, 2017 at 5:30pm, and Every Wednesday Through July 26th, 2017, (with the exception of July 5… Organized by Jazz Workshop Inc. | Type: weekly, outdoor, concerts
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RML Jazz at Robin Hill Park
July 19, 2017 from 12pm to 1pm – Robin Hill Park Come on out to Robin Hill Park in Moon Township for a jazz lunch hour from 12-1pm. Jazz will feature Andy Yalch on keyboard, Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, and Rick Laus on drums. Organized by Rick Laus | Type: summer, concert, series
July 18Tuesday
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Swing City Band at St. John's Hall
July 18, 2017 from 7pm to 10pm – Saint John's Hall Enjoy an evening of music: swing, jazz, standards, and all the rest, with Swing City Band; and great dancing. Good food and refreshments are available. For more information, call 814-539-8613 or… Organized by George Johnson and Swing City Band | Type: music, jazz, standards, swing, food, dance, refreshments
July 17Monday
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Savoy Monday Night Jazz 7-17-2017 - saxophonist, Lee Robinson and Iska
July 17, 2017 from 6pm to 9pm – Savoy Restaurant Hi everyone, I just want to thank everyone who came out last Monday to help us celebrate my return as host to Savoy Monday Night Jazz and the start of the next chapter in Savoy’s commitment to brin… Organized by Charlie G. Sanders | Type: savoy, jazz, lee robinson, saxophone, iska
July 16Sunday
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HonoringOur Elders " The Black Musicians Union"
July 16, 2017 from 3pm to 7pm – Wyndham University Center Hotel African American Jazz Preservation Society of Pittsburgh invites you to join us for Honoring Our Elders " The Black Musicians Union" Tickets: $15.00 in advance, $20.00 at the door Join us as we hono… Organized by AAJPSP | Type: celebration, live, jazz, awards, food, drink
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JAZZ Brunch @ Cranberry DoubleTree w Jessica Le & Mark Strickland!
July 16, 2017 from 11am to 2pm – Cranberry, PA DoubleTree by Hilton Please join us on SUNDAY July 16th for a JAZZ Brunch at the Cranberry, PA DoubleTree by Hilton with performance by Jazz Duo Jessica Lee (Vocals) and Mark Strickland (Guitar). All ages welcome - no c… Organized by Jessica Lee | Type: jazz, brunch, -, open, to, public
July 15Saturday
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RML Jazz returns to 1810 Tavern
July 15, 2017 from 8pm to 11pm – 1810 Tavern RML Jazz returns to 1810 Tavern in Bridgewater, Beaver, PA, featuring Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on drums. It will be live jazz outside on the patio behind the r… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
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Yinzide Out Sat Night Blues w/Dave Iglar
July 15, 2017 from 8pm to 11pm – Wheelfish Dave Yoho's Yinzide Out monthly Saturday Night Blues event at Wheelfish, featuring various local artists. Dave Iglar is one of the region’s most experienced and popular performers and is widely accla… Organized by Dave Yoho | Type: saturday night blues
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