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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Saturday, November 28, 2009
Featured Event
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BLACK OUT 6.0
November 27, 2009 at 10pm to November 28, 2009 at 2am – Rhythm House Cafe A portion of the proceeds benefits Pittsburgh Cares Circles the Pittsburgh branch of National Cares Mentoring Movement. (www.caresmentoring.com) p style="text-align: left;"> Organized by Berlin International Group | Type: hoiday, party, fundraiser
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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 PERFORMS FRIDAY AFTER THANKSGIVING
November 27, 2009 at 10pm to November 28, 2009 at 1am – PETE'S PUB Join Antoinette Manganas, Dave Crisci and Jason Miller the Friday after Thanksgiving at 4 Wood Grille/Petes Pub from 10 p.m.- 1 a.m. Antoinette signed with Pyramid Records/UMG and her band will be pe… Organized by THE 4 WOOD GRILLE | Type: dinner, then, show!!
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ANTOINETTE'S BACK AT THE SALOON ON THE STRIP!
November 28, 2009 from 1pm to 4pm – 2117 PENN AVE STRIP DISTRICT PITTSBURGH PA. Antoinette Manganas, Dave Crisci and Jason Miller are back EVERY SATURDAY at THE SALOON ON THE STRIP starting this Saturday, after Thanksgiving November 28th from 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.! Hope to see ALL my… Organized by Antoinette Manganas | Type: an, afternoon, of, jazz
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Ed Skirtich
November 28, 2009 from 3pm to 4:30pm – Carnegie Library Of Pittsburgh- Homewood The Jazz Workshop, Inc. Jazz Ensemble will be presenting a concert on November 28, 2009. The JWS Jazz Ensemble will be playing tunes by Donald Byrd, Frank Mantooth, Mickey Bass, Clifford Brown, Fred… Organized by Ed Skirtich | Type: jazz, concert
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Suite Life: A Billy Strayhorn Birthday Bash
November 28, 2009 from 8pm to 10pm – Kelly-Strayhorn Theater Give thanks for the jazz at the Kelly-Strayhorn theater! Join the Pittsburgh Gospel Choir, spoken word artist Vanessa German, and the Sean Jones Quintet with special guest steelpan artist Phil Solomo… Organized by Kelly-Strayhorn Theater | Type: concert
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Donna Bailey and Gene Ludwig
November 28, 2009 from 8pm to 10pm – Morgan's ~ 204 Rodi Rd Penn Hills, PA 15235 ~ Call: 412-241-1730 Put the shopping bags down, relax, have a bite to eat and enjoy the music in one of the most intimate settings in Penn Hills. Organized by Donna Bailey | Type: jazz, swing, &, soulful, blues
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Antoinette Manganas at CLARK'S Restaurant
November 28, 2009 from 8pm to 11pm – Moon Twp Buliding 4 Join Antoinette Manganas and Dave Crisci at CLARKS RESTAURANT IN Moon Twp on Saturday Night, November 28th from 8 p.m.- 11 p.m.. Organized by Clarks Restaurant | Type: an, evening, of, contemporaryjazz/r&b
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LIGONIER LANES - LOUNGE
November 28, 2009 at 10pm to November 29, 2009 at 1am – LIGONIER LANES 'SOUTHSIDE' JERRY will perform w/THE HOOLIGAN BROS.(Classic Rock/Country & R&B Band) Organized by LIGONIER LANES | Type: dance
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