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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 4, 2016 from 9pm to 11pm – 130 Highland Ave Pittsburgh, Pa 15206 LIVE RONNIE JONES Organized by RONNIE JONES | Type: jazz, trumpet, &, vocals
September 6, 2016 from 8pm to 10pm – 130 Highland Ave Pittsburgh, Pa 15206 Jazz & Vocals Organized by Muddy Waters Oyster Bar | Type: jazz, &, vocals
July 14, 2012 from 3pm to 8pm – CJ'S IN THE STRIP ON PENN AVENUE Organized by Luther Sewell | Type: jazz, &, arts, festival
January 13, 2012 at 9pm to January 14, 2012 at 12am – James Street Gastropub and Speakeasy Starting Friday January 13, 2012 The Blues Orphans will be at the new James Street Gastropub & Speakeasy "every 2nd Friday of each month during 2012". 9:00 to Midnight. . ...& don't forget, y… Organized by The Blues Orphans | Type: blues, &, jazz, at, james, street
October 16, 2010 from 7pm to 10pm – Rex Theatre Big tuba action coming up! Including a great Saturday night party and a great new CD, "Whinin' Boy"! With George Heid, Joe Dallas, Marc Reisman, Roger Day. See http://www.pittsburghlive.com:8007/x/p… Organized by Roger S Day | Type: cd, release, party, &, concert
April 25, 2010 from 4pm to 7pm – Tango Café, Forward Ave in Squirrel Hill The Art of Dragons is an exhibition of the works of local artist (and musician) Melissa Alliston. Opening reception on the afternoon of Sunday, April 25, from 4:00 to 7:00. Free and open to the publ… Organized by Roger S Day (Professor Beautiful) | Type: music, &, art, opening
June 26, 2009 from 6:30pm to 10pm – Holiday Inn Oakland Celebrating Excellence in the Arts: ONYX AWARD RECIPIENTS: Bill Nunn, Jr. - Pride of Pittsburgh Award and Keynote Speaker Dr. Nelson Harrison - Rob Penny Lifetime Achievement Award Tickets - $50.00… Organized by Vickie Bey | Type: dinner, &, awards, show
April 5, 2009 from 8pm to 11pm – THE NEW HAZLETT THEATER Begin National Jazz Month with a visit to the PJN Forum. The always spontaneous event overflows with great music, fascinating first voice stories and wonderful fellowship. Each month fans and artists… Organized by Jewell Fears | Type: jazz, forum, &, jam, session
February 5, 2009 at 6pm – Manchester Craftmen's Guild Very cool event with Pittsburgh Jazz Legends playing alongside visual artists creating new works. January 19 – April 3, 2009 Manchester Craftsmen’s Guild (MCG) is excited to present Seeing Jazz: A T… Organized by Amy_at_MCGJazz | Type: FREE!, Open, House, Reception, &, Concert
August 23, 2008 from 8pm to 9pm – Penn Hills Library Penn Hills Jazz AllStars featuring Jessie Wills on vocals and Tim Jenkins on keyboard. Organized by Penn Hills Arts Council, Penn Hills Mayor and Council, PA Council on the Arts, Comcast | Type: Concert, &, Arts, Festival
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