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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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July 29, 2011 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm – Melange Bistro Bar Please join Mélange Bistro and a stellar line-up of jazz performers -- including vocalist Jessica Lee, guitarist Mark Strickland, and bassist Dave Pellow -- for an inspirational 'friendraiser' to ben… Organized by Jessica Lee | Type: benefit, public, welcome, jazz, trio, snacks, drinks, no, cover
July 24, 2011 from 3:30pm to 7pm – TRINITY A.M.E. CHURCH Sunday, July 24, 2011 - 3:30 pmEMCEE KDKA TV'S HAROLD HAYESFeaturingTHE MT. ARARAT BAPTIST CHURCH MALE CHORUSWith Special GuestsARTISTREEVocalist ERIC BLACKWELLVocalist VALETTA O'KELLYVocalist TIM ST… Organized by Tim Stevens | Type: sunday's, best, musical, concert, public, welcome41207587898412
July 8, 2011 from 8pm to 11pm – The Penn Brewery The Blues will be heating up the summer with some new sounds and old favorites. come on out, eat, drink and be silly. Organized by Dr. Nelson Harrison | Type: jazz, blues, public, invited, food, drink, no, cover
June 25, 2011 at 9pm to June 26, 2011 at 12am – CAFE NOTTE RESTAURANT/CAFE Former star of American Idol, Yolanda Barber is back in town and in great voice. come out and greet her and bring some friends. Organized by Big Day Entertainment - Sal Richetti | Type: public, jazz, r, &, b, vocal, stylist, welcome, no, cover
June 4, 2011 from 6pm to 9pm – THE PENN BREWERY THE BLUES ORPHANS provide the all the music you can stand from 6PM to 9PM, on June 4, 2011 at the Pennsylvania Microbrewers' Festival. We'll be hanging out up in the parking lot. Not enough Blues O… Organized by Tom Pastorius | Type: brewfest, cover, charge, public, welcome, beer, jazz, blues
May 6, 2011 from 8pm to 11pm – PENN BREWERY The Blues Orphans return to their home venue with wild and crazy entertainment that will make you smile, pat your foot or dance. There is always a new song to surprise even the most regular of group… Organized by Dr. Nelson Harrison | Type: live, music, public, welcome, jazz, blues, german, restaurant, drinks
April 30, 2011 from 8pm to 11pm – August Wilson Center for African American Culture Join the inaugural launce of the National Arts Treasure Initiative presentation of two time Grammy nominated Jazz Legend, Grady Tate. General admission - $40.00 VIP tickets including after concert re… Organized by National Arts Treasure Initiative | Type: jazz, concert, and, celebration, public, invited
April 28, 2011 from 7pm to 10pm – Kaufmann Center Hill House Internationally acclaimed jazz and blues singer Tim Strong returns to his hometown to celebrate the legacy of two-time Grammy Nominee Grady Tate, legendary drummer and vocalist. Special guest piani… Organized by Evan Frazier | Type: concert, jazz, celebration, public, welcome
February 18, 2011 at 9:30pm to February 19, 2011 at 12:30am – THE PARK HOUSE Lots of new material for old fans. Fifty originals for new fans. There is nothing like the Blues Orphans experience. Organized by Dr. Nelson Harrison | Type: blues, jazz, satire, fun, club, public, no, cover, drinks, and, snacks
February 12, 2011 at 10pm to February 13, 2011 at 1am – The Caberet at Theater Square BNY Mellon presents the Sean Jones Quintet at the Cabaret at Theater Square. 2 Shows: 10:00pm and 11:30 pm (for lovers only) CD Preview - Shades of Love Special Grammy nominated guest vocalist:… Organized by Janis Burley-Wilson | Type: jazz, concert, public, invited
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