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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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Pittsburgh's Premiere New Year's Eve Gala
Event Details
Time: December 31, 2010 at 8pm to January 1, 2011 at 1am
Location: Doubletree Hotel Monroeville
Street: 101 Mall Boulevard
City/Town: Monroeville, PA 15146
Website or Map: http://www.skinnerticketsales…
Phone: 412-378-1075
Event Type: party
Organized By: Rochelle Cherry
Latest Activity: Dec 17, 2010
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Event Description
BY POPULAR DEMAND ADDITIONAL PLATINUM PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE.
We are pleased to present the best New Year's Eve celebration in town to dance the night away and welcome the New Year in style and elegance.
Pittsburgh’s Premiere New Year’s Eve Gala at the luxurious Doubletree Hotel join us for an unforgettable celebration as you ring in the
New Year!
Black Tie Optional or Cocktail Attire Requested
Friday, December 31 at 7:30PM (Platinum) – 1:00AM
Doubletree Hotel 101 Mall Blvd. Monroeville, PA 15146
Monroeville’s recently renovated hotel.
You do not need a date to attend: Both singles and couples will attend the gala. Whether you come by yourself or with friends, you will have a wonderful time!
About the Gala
Join, other outgoing minded professionals to celebrate New Year's Eve in grand style at the recently renovated Doubletree Hotel. We have reserved the most beautiful hotel in Pittsburgh to bring to you an unforgettable celebration. Experience and enjoy the culinary delights that will be served for the evening. To turn the excitement up a notch join us for the comedy styling of Skinner America’s Most Wanted Comic. Thrill to the soulful rhythms as you dance to the sounds of the House of Soul band.
We have assembled an incomparable evening of dancing, sophistication, and elegance in the heart of Monroeville. We offer the very best selection of live entertainment, including the House of Soul live band & It Takes Two Jazz ensemble. You will also enjoy a stunning balloon drop at midnight, party favors, two hour open bar available from 8:30 – 10:30, champagne toast at Mid-night, and first-class staff. For dinner, there will be a buffet presenting delicious entries and desserts to choose from. We have also arranged specially discounted rooms for our guests that include parking and breakfast. Join us for a memorable, fun-filled evening of celebration for singles and couples alike - simply Pittsburgh's Premiere New Year's Eve Gala.
Platinum Package $425: (Pricing is based off double room occupancy) specially discounted rooms that include parking and breakfast, a 5x7 event photo that will be taken on the event red carpet entrance. In addition Platinum ticket holders are entitled to early admission to the ball, an intimate Platinum reception with butler passed Hors D'Oeuvres and champagne, music by the jazz ensemble It Takes Two. Reserved seating will be provided during dinner and show, two hours of open bar service. A delicious buffet presenting dinner entries and desserts, a Spectacular Midnight Balloon Drop, DJ spinning club hits, and Party favors.
A limited number of Platinum Packages are available for a short time. Please reserve your tickets soon. Ticket price subject to increase at any time.
Gold Package Tickets are $157 (per person) includes: JUST ADDED 1 HOUR OPEN BAR from 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Admission to the Ball at 8:00 PM, A 5x7 Event photos will be available to guest. Dinner Buffet, and Dessert Buffet, Midnight Champagne toast, Spectacular Midnight Balloon Drop, Live Bands, DJ spinning club hits, and Party favors.
Please note that hotel accommodations are not included in the Gold Package (8:15 PM) admission tickets.
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