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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Friday, October 2, 2009
Featured Event
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Gallery Crawl with FRED WESLEY AND THE JB'S
October 2, 2009 from 5:30pm to 9pm – Katz Plaza Downton Pittsburgh The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Fall Gallery Crawl, 10/2/09, 5:30-9pm...SOULPOWER! LIVE @ KATZ PLAZA...featuring legendary funk band, Fred Wesley and the JB’s at Agnes R. Katz Plaza. The outdoor party,… Organized by Stephan Broadus | Type: funk, party
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The Mastermindz at the Blind Pig Saloon
September 11, 0201 at 9pm to September 12, 2010 at 1am – New Kensington The Mastermindz featuring Larry Cullens and Arnold Stagger will perform their high energy show for the first time at The Blind Pig Saloon, Sat. Sept. 11th @9:00pm. With Larry Cullens:vocals Arnold St… Organized by Arnold Stagger | Type: party
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Antoinette Manganas shows this week..
September 30, 2009 at 6pm to October 3, 2009 at 12pm – Moon Twp, Washington Pa and Pittsburgh Pa. Wednesday Mario's Sharon Plza. Moon twp 7-10 p.m. Thursday, AL N RUBEN'S WASHINGTON, PA. 6-9 p.m. FRIDAY WASH COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY FUR BALL 7-11 P.M. SAT. Private Station Square Sheraton Pittsburgh… Organized by Antoinette Manganas | Type: music, by, antoinette, manganas, and, dave, crisci
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ELLA, A Musical! at Pittsburgh Public Theater
October 1, 2009 at 8pm to November 1, 2009 at 10pm – Pittsburgh Public Theater @ The O'Reilly Theater Tickets on sale Tuesday, August 4th! Frank Sinatra's favorite singer. Cole Porter's finest interpreter. Duke Ellington's muse. Ella Fitzgerald is the greatest jazz singer of all time. The Public wil… Organized by Rebecca Rickard | Type: musical/theater
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Ahveekhy @ Little E's
October 2, 2009 from 6pm to 8pm – Little E's Jazz and Blues Club Enjoy Happy Hour with the "Mellow Sounds of Ahveekhy" on Vocals and Guitar. Organized by Little E's | Type: music, performance
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Dave Yoho's Yinzide Out Open Stage Max's Allegheny Tavern North Side
October 2, 2009 from 7pm to 11pm – Max's Allegheny Tavern Ratskeller Yinzide Out hosts a Friday Night "Blues" Open Stage at Max's Allegheny Tavern Ratskeller, located on Pittsburgh's North Side. This October 2nd episode of the Yinzide Out band consists of Dave Yoho(dr… Organized by Dave Yoho | Type: open, stage, jam, session
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Morgans Restaurant
October 2, 2009 from 7:30pm to 10pm – Morgan's Restaurant in the Pe nn hills snopping Center on Rodi Gig...Annie friedland and the triple threat band. This is my first appearance! Organized by Anne Annie Friedland | Type: gig
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Richie Goods & Nuclear Fusion Live @ CAPA HS.
October 2, 2009 from 7:30pm to 9pm – CAPA High School Organized by Richie Goods | Type: concert
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Richie Goods & Nuclear Fusion Live @ CAPA HS.
October 2, 2009 from 7:30pm to 9pm – CAPA High School Organized by Richie Goods | Type: concert
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Gary Burton "Generations"
October 2, 2009 at 8pm to October 4, 2009 at 2:30pm – MCG Jazz Hall, Manchester Craftsmen's Guild Gary Burton returns from retirement to share his “Generations” band with the MCG audience. The “Generations” band features Julian Lage, guitar; Vadim Neselovskyi, piano; Luques Curtis, bass; and Jame… Organized by Amy_at_MCGJazz | Type: concert
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Maria Jacobs
October 2, 2009 at 8pm to October 3, 2009 at 12am – Jazz 28 Maria sings swinging jazz and bebop at Jazz 28 with fabulous keyboardist Dan Maier. Jazz 28 is located in Cleveland's very hip Ohio City at 2800 Clinton. Please make reservations 216-621-2828. Organized by Maria Jacobs | Type: jazz, gig..
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The Home of Jazz in Washington PA has moved to Angelo's
October 2, 2009 at 9pm to October 3, 2009 at 1am – Angelo's Restaurant The New Home of Jazz in Washington PA No Cover Charge! Dan Baker Trio plus Josh Dunlevy Dan Baker Guitar Greg Thurman Bass Michael Berry Drums Organized by Dan Baker | Type: gig
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