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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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2009 -TOM PASTORIUS RE-PURCHASES THE PENN BREWERY - VERY GOOD NEWS
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Permalink Reply by Ben on
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this is common to places all over the country. It also is because many folks won't get out to support the economical side so businesses don't make money and that is the name of the game........There must be a draw to bring in people. Smooth Jazz or newer venues attract more dollars......An example I know is Paul Taylor who went to UNLV like myself. Paul can play any of the saxes really wonderfully and skilllfully....He has made many cd's in the smooth Jazz genre and has gained popularity. People will pay to see him,,,,..and he still plays mainline if given the opportunity here but his forte is smooth jazz.......Las Vegas has difficulty although the Jazz Society here is trying hard..and many good musicians are available......When you get Jazz in your blood (sense-wise) it is impossible to lose that love for this feeling..........
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Permalink Reply by Trish Virgin on
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We will miss the Blues Orphans at the Brewery. A door closing to find another opening? That is the question...
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Another way (not good) is to offer the management to play for a percentage of the people in the club or restaurant and bring friends and lovers there....That way the business gets it''s money and if the musicians can find supporters they can have that place to play.........not easy..........stay with it..........BT
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Permalink Reply by George Heid on
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Once again, this the the classic story of Corporate Agenda... Individual artistry and creativity need not apply. The Corporate bottom line is all that matters. And in the end it's the "once size fits all" scenario. There will be plenty of Chicken McNuggets for everyone!!! Gourmet chefs, also need not apply.
There is hope... it's at the grass roots level and remember "Yes We CAN" !!! ... I think we need to consistently offer music that's soul stirring and worth going out to hear and make it happen anywhere you can. That might be the one place the Corporate growth model doesn't have a lock on.
I like the posts (i.e. fine artists like Tony Campbell and Dwayne Dolphin list) that let all who access this site, know where they're playing. Mensah Wali and Gail Austin have the Kente Arts Alliance. They have brought some of the most gifted masters of the music to Pittsburgh. That's an organization and these are individuals that deserves our support and attendance. Harold Young has brought artists to parks and hosts concerts throughout the summer in the east hills of Pittsburgh. There's the great Roger Humphries and his stellar quintet at CJ's each Thursday starting at 8:00 PM. As a community who loves these artists and this music we need to start with what we have and build from there. I hope to support and make the only contribution one person can give and that's to be there.
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Permalink Reply by The Firehouse Lounge on
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The Strip District on Thursday nights is really supporting the jazz scene and the businesses are all locally owned.
From 7-11pm you can hear Etta Cox and Friends (no cover) at the Firehouse Lounge
AND just a few blocks away you can
catch the great Roger Humphries at CJ's from 8-midnight.
Some more info:
The Firehouse Lounge
www.firehouse-lounge.com
2216 Penn Ave
1/2 priced bottles of wine all night
Kitchen open until 11pm
CJ's
www.cjsinthestrip.com
2911 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
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Permalink Reply by Debi Arnett on
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I like coming to Firehouse Lounge. I do so more in summer than winter. Live music is definitely a draw there. I think the same musicians each week arent always the best idea. Having the same group once a month is good and mixing it up to give newer talent an opportunity to shine. The established venues use the same bands and people get bored with that. Get new material or mix it up with new groups. Old standards are good but there is a lot of new music being made out there every day. Better watch out when the casino comes to town. If they bring some real entertainment in they are going to pull all the crowds away. Better start now and set a tone of interest. Half price wine bottles are a big turn-on. Most places are gouging you for small pours of wine so that is a big selling point for me and my associates. A selection of appetizer platters with variety are what we look for when we go out as a group. Nice atmosphere and good service. CJ's Has a lot to offer but it is hard to get in there some nights and I dont want to stand outside in rain and snow to be passed over by people letting others jump in front of them in line. Then the bouncer splits up your party and lets one person stand outside while the rest are inside so we just end up leaving (mixing someone else in that they wanted in the door first). Good service is getting in. I am sure CJ's would value my business on a weeknight but I can stand in the rain if they have a crowd on the weekend..
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Well my friend...
The CJ's doesn't have the same offering on weekends that occur on Thursday night. (8:00 PM) That would not have the lines and splitting up of your group. There's still the dress code (not to heavy of a hurdle) and there's always a good seat... come on down for the GOLD STANDARD of Jazz on THURSDAY NIGHT.
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Permalink Reply by Dr. Nelson Harrison on
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This just in from Dr. roger S. Day aka Professor Beautiful
---May 21, 2009
The Penn Brewery on the North Side,
home of Dick Paul and the All Stars for years,
changed hands and terminated its music last fall.
BUT, there's a spark in the ashes.
Thursday (tomorrow night), 6pm to 9pm,
Dick Paul, Ken Karsh, Denny Kurzowsky
(cornet, guitar, clarinet)
will be playing.
I'll join them (tuba) around 7:30.
Please come out & show the Penn Brewery
that Pittsburgh wants real live music.
And have a beer with me if you want.
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We just learned that the New Owners closed the doors to the Penn Brewery. Apparently their business plan failed. Rumor has it that Tom Pastorius, former owner, may come out of retirement and re-purchase the Brewery. He is looking for investors. We hope he is able to do just that. We have missed the Brewery as a music venue and the Pastorius team as people who know how to do it right.
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I heard a credible rumor that Tom Pastorius is seriously considering rebuying the Penn Brewery and re-opening it. It was a total failure under the owners that bought it from him. Any news on this would be welcome to this discussion.
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GOOD NEWS! TOM PASTORIUS HAS REPURCHASED THE PENN BREWERY!
PLEASE PASS THIS NEWS ON AND ADD YOUR COMMENTS OF SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT TO HIM RIGHT HERE.
LETS VISUALIZE THE PENN BREWERY AS A LIVE MUSIC VENUE IN ANTICIPATION OF THE DAY HE RE-INSTITUTES HIS MUSIC POLICY.
Thank you tom and we will support and promote you on this network big time.
MERRY CHRISTMAS!! -
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Permalink Reply by Stephan Broadus on
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What's up with that!
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