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PITTSBURGH JAZZ

 

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.

 

WELCOME!

 

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November 2010 Blog Posts (12)

Lil Reese - Swag on 100 feat.. Sip Hop

Hope all enjoy Lil… Continue

Added by Gansta Marcus on November 30, 2010 at 6:55am — No Comments

The saga continues

I will be brief. Again, I am unpleasantly surprised by some attitudes of some musicians locally. In 40 years of playing, I NEVER was refused when I asked to sit in...this was when I asked Jack McDuff, and BB King among others and they had no problems!



In 3 weeks, I was refused here twice. I am not upset, i think it's kind of funny and it confirms my feelings that the scene here has changed.…

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Added by Anne Annie Friedland on November 26, 2010 at 2:30am — 1 Comment

Singing this Sat night for Vaudeville Carnevale at the Rex!

Hey friends!

It's been a while, I've been out west doing some shows, last Saturday I got to sing for both a baby shower which was really beautiful and then that same night I went to my friend Flash's 60th birthday party. When I arrived he was moshing, harder than anyone else there, jumping up and down for an hour solid, stage diving over and over again. Please, if I make it to 60, I pray to all the Gods and Goddesses above and below that I can see it moshing to punk rock polka..... I was… Continue

Added by Phat Man Dee on November 24, 2010 at 8:54pm — No Comments

Reflections in Rhythm with Greg Bridges

In the latest edition of Reflections in Rhythm, Bay area based music historian and radio announcer Greg Bridges shares his musical conversation with nationally acclaimed violinist Regina Carter. Follow the link below to share in Greg’s…

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Added by TDanyel on November 24, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Artist tip of the day

Its changing so fast. Most artist are blind to the fact,
that there are so many various kinds of marketing tools.
That they don't spend the time to learn new obstacales.
The industry has changed yes indeed, but fresh new
music is always discovered, but unsigned artist have
to understand that its also about the performance on stage.
Your lyrics may be the hottest, but if you don't move the crowd
and put…
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Added by Gansta Marcus on November 22, 2010 at 5:42am — No Comments

I Was Honored

You know how people always say let me smell the roses. Well yesterday was a good day and I got to smell some of the roses. I was presented an honor by Allegheny County Council and Member, William Russell Robinson a "Allegheny County Council Proclamation" for my history with music in Allegheny County. I want to thank you all, Frank B. Greenlee…

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Added by Frank B. Greenlee on November 17, 2010 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Has the gangster name changed? (Video Inside)

A new sound for gangster music has arrived to the internet.
With a twist of the 90's music, a little r&b, with the sounds
of 2000's, this gangster has changed the sound of what you
already know of the gangster name. The killing image,
violence, and gangs that you know, now is hustle by any
means, grind till you shine, and for the…
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Added by Gansta Marcus on November 16, 2010 at 2:29am — No Comments

T.M.G. e-letter-November

We are pleased to introduce the first edition of our e-letter, which purpose is to keep you up to date with our artists, projects, and musical happenings.



*November is turning out to be a busy month for all of us here at T.M.G.. We are teaming up with New York based Chronic Audio Productions! Chronic Audio has been at the production forefront in NYC for sometime now and now with ever expanding markets, has decided to tap us here in the steel city. T.M.G. and Chronic Audio has tasted… Continue

Added by BrianEdwardsMediaWorks on November 14, 2010 at 2:13pm — No Comments

Name of after hours club across from the Luna Bar????

Can anyone help me to remember the name of the after hours club that was across from the Luna Bar (Centre Ave.?). The place really didn't start to jump until after all the other bars had closed. The door had a small peep window and you had to ask for a fellow named "baz" and if baz recognized you, you gained entry. My time frame is the 1970's


I enjoyed going there because there was always some good jazz entertainment. there were some great female…
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Added by David Breyer on November 13, 2010 at 1:38pm — 5 Comments

Europese première op 12 en 13 november in C-mine, Genk-Belgium

MINDS OF GLASS @ CMINE JAZZ in GENK



Marta Bressi (visuele composities/ARG) & Dirk Schreurs (muziek/B)



Europese première op 12 en 13 november in C-mine, Genk…
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Added by Marta Graciela Bressi on November 10, 2010 at 7:29pm — No Comments

Preparations underway for Anual Music and Radio Conference!

Working on 3rd Annual "Each One, Teach One" Music and Radio Conference for 2011.

Looking for co-sponsors,speakers and vendors willing to participate.

Contact Kevin Amos…
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Added by Kevin Amos on November 9, 2010 at 9:11pm — No Comments

Better than Blessed

Better than Blessed Prophetic Evangelist Felecia Spaulding







Greetings in the Mighty Name of Jesus it is the honor of Anointed Works SD to present Prophetic Evangelist Felecia Spaulding visionary of the “I AM BLESSED Ministry”.



“The Lord… Continue

Added by Ms. Felecia on November 4, 2010 at 10:46pm — No Comments

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