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 NOLA On The Square (20)
August 5Friday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
August 5, 2011 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square Don't miss the RML Jazz Quartet's debut at NOLA On The Square this Friday, Aug 5th, with Mike Clancy on sax/flute, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Perry Pinto on bass/trombone, and Rick Laus on the way coo… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
January 6Friday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
January 6, 2012 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square The RML Jazz Quartet, featuring Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Perry Pinto on bass, and Rick Laus on the NEW CUSTOM MADE even more way cool cocktail drums, will be at NOLA On T… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
February 11Saturday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
February 11, 2012 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square The RML Jazz Quartet returns to NOLA On The Square this Saturday, and features Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, special guest Stan Szymanski on bass, and Rick Laus on the new, im… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
July 21Saturday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
July 21, 2012 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square Thr RML Jazz Quartet returns to NOLA On The Square this Saturday, featuring Gene Laus on trumpet, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on the way-cool cocktail drum kit. C… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
August 31Friday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
August 31, 2012 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square The RML Jazz Quartet, featuring Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Perry Pinto on bass, and Rick Lau on the way-cool cocktail drum kit, will be performing at NOLA On The Square in… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
October 13Saturday
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RML Jazz Quartet at NOLA On The Square
October 13, 2012 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square Come on out to NOLA On The Square this Saturday for a taste of New Orleans and live jazz by the RML Jazz Quartet, featuring Mike Clancy on saxes/flute, Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Perry Pinto on bass,… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz, music
February 13Wednesday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
February 13, 2013 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square The RML Jazz Trio returns to NOLA On The Square this Wednesday night from 8-11pm. RML Jazz will feature Gene Laus on trumpet, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on drum. Come on out for some grea… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
March 13Wednesday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
March 13, 2013 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square Come join the RML Jazz Trio at NOLA On The Square this Wednesday from 8-11pm for jazz smooth and hot while you enjoy the best in New Orleans style cuisine. The trio will feature Mike Clancy on saxes/… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
April 10Wednesday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
April 10, 2013 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square Te RML Jazz Trio returns to NOLA On The Square with Jeff Leonhardt on guitar, Glenn Utsch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on drums. It promises to be an evening of great food, drink, and jazz smooth and… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
May 22Wednesday
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RML Jazz at NOLA On The Square
May 22, 2013 from 8pm to 11pm – NOLA On The Square The RML Jazz Trio returns to NOLA On the Square this Wednesday night at 8:00pm. The trio will feature Gene Laus on trumpet, Andy Yalch on keyboard, and Rick Laus on drums. Come enjoy authentic New Or… Organized by Rick Laus | Type: restaurant/lounge, live, jazz
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