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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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November 6, 2008 at 5pm – CLO Cabaret Theater Backstage Bar Vocalist Extraordinaire Gene Stovall presents Lounge Act, which features Stovall as a lounge singer with special guest musicians. Enjoy timeless classics and more! Stovall and friends will perform in… Organized by Gene Stovall | Type: Alternative, Jazz, Lounge, Act
November 7, 2008 at 7:30pm – Wood Street Galleries RADICAL RIFFS: Contemporary Music Series, a project of The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, presents a solo performance by acclaimed percussionist / composer Lukas Ligeti of New York City. Following his pe… Organized by Wood Street Galleries & Eden McNutt | Type: Concert, Improvisation, Jazz, New, Music
November 8, 2008 at 8pm – Kelly-Strayhorn Theater The violin is hardly the first instrument that comes to mind when you think about jazz, but that's never daunted Billy Bang, one of the instrument's most adventurous exponents. Drafted into the army… Organized by Kente Arts Alliance | Type: Jazz, Concert
November 9, 2008 from 7pm to 10pm – The Rhythm House Cafe The Tuesday Night Big Band featuring Lori Russo appearing at The Pittsburgh Jazz Society Sunday Night event on November 9th. Featuring new original big band arrangements by Rich Mansfield & Joe C… Organized by Deb Weible | Type: Pittsburgh, Jazz, Society
November 14, 2008 at 6pm – Heinz Hall A unique night of music to benefit Manchester Bidwell & MCG Jazz Gala Tickets including reception & premium concert tickets: $250.00 Call Amy at 412.322.0800 to order. A portion of the price… Organized by Amy_at_MCGJazz | Type: Jazz, Concert, Gala
November 26, 2008 at 8pm to November 27, 2008 at 12am – C.J.'S in the Strip Roger Humphries jam session usually held on Thursday is tonite 8:00pm to 12am. Come on out and have some fun. Happy Thanksgiving TC Organized by Jazz Surgery w/ Tony Campbell | Type: Jazz, Jam, Session
November 29, 2008 at 6pm – Hill House Auditorium Join Talk Magazine for live entertainment with ETTA COX, MICHELE BENSEN, and FLO WILSON along with LUTHER DEJARUNETT ~ GUITARIST VINCE TAGLIERI ~ DRUMMER KEITH STEBLER ~ PIANIST SHOWTIME FROM 6:00 P… Organized by Luther Sewell | Type: Holiday, Jazz, Show
November 29, 2008 at 8pm – Little E's (Downtown) The Etta Cox Quartet live at Little E's Organized by Jazz Surgery w/ Tony Campbell | Type: Great, Jazz
December 1, 2008 at 8:30pm – AVA (East Liberty) Interval continues EVERY MONDAY @ AVA LOUNGE!!! PLUS: Today is Christina's bday, so ya gotta come and wish her a HAPPY BDAY!!! w/ resident trio: Howie Alexander (keys), Paul Thompson (bass) and Jame… Organized by J. Malls | Type: Live, Jazz, +++
December 4, 2008 at 8pm – The Firehouse Lounge--Strip District Join Etta Cox and Friends every Thursday night at the Firehouse Lounge in the Strip District. Enjoy 1/2 off WINE BOTTLES all night NO COVER FREE PARKING Book a table before 5pm on Thursday and rec… Organized by The Firehouse Lounge | Type: Jazz, Lovers
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