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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All Events in Lockhouse 6 Restaurant (8)
December 11Saturday
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RML Jazz trio at Lockhouse 6 Restaurant
December 11, 2010 from 7pm to 11pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant The RML Jazz trio is back at Lockhouse 6 in Beaver this Saturday. This time we'll feature Mike Clancy on sax/flute, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, and Rick Laus on drums. Enjoy great food and cool jazz at… Organized by Brian Hager | Type: food, drink, and, jazz!
January 21Friday
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RML Jazz Trio at Lockhouse 6 Restaurant
January 21, 2011 from 7pm to 11pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant Come check out the RML Jazz Trio at Lockhouse 6 Restaurant with Gene Laus on trumpet, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on drums. Enjoy great food and drink while listening Smooth Jazz at the be… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: live, jazz
February 18Friday
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RML Jazz Trio at Lockhouse 6
February 18, 2011 from 6pm to 10pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant Come on out to Lockhouse 6 for Jazz Smooth and Hot with the RML Jazz Trio, featuring Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on the cool cocktail drum kit. The weather is w… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant, lounge, live, jazz
May 20Friday
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RML Jazz Trio at Lockhouse 6
May 20, 2011 from 6pm to 10pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant RML Jazz Trio returns to Lockhouse 6 in Beaver, PA for an evening of great jazz. RML Jazz Trio will feature Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Chris Pangikas on keyboard, and Rick Laus on the way cool cocktai… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: lounge, (maybe, outdoor), live, music
August 17Wednesday
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RML Jazz at Lockhouse 6
August 17, 2011 from 6pm to 10pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant Come out to Lockhouse 6 for Jazz Wednesday with RML Jazz. We'll be out on the patio deck for jazz by the river with Gene Laus on trumpet, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, Perry Pinto on bass, and Rick Laus o… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: live, jazz
September 7Wednesday
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RML Jazz at Lockhouse 6
September 7, 2011 from 6pm to 10pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant Come on out for the last Jazz Wednesday at Lockhouse 6 with the RML Jazz Quartet, featuring Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Perry Pinto on bass, and Rick Laus on drums. It's alw… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: jazz, wednesday
October 15Saturday
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RML Jazz Trio at Lockhouse 6 Restaurant
October 15, 2011 from 6pm to 10pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant Don't miss the RML Jazz Trio at Lockhouse 6 in Beaver on Saturday evening. Enjoy the great food and drinks, not to mention the outstanding desserts, while listening to live jazz served smooth and hot… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: live, jazz, music
December 17Saturday
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RML Jazz Trio at Lockhouse 6
December 17, 2011 from 6pm to 10pm – Lockhouse 6 Restaurant Come on out to Lockhouse 6 for an evening of great food, drinks, and live jazz in the bar. The RML Jazz Trio, featuring Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on the way c… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: live, jazz, music
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