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, Parlanto 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.
Eli...congrats on the career...love your sound and arrangements...tasty indeed...with a great use of your tone and timber (no dead wood..just great voicings...) signed on to your website and get to the NYC area couple times a year from Maine...lived and worked in the NYC area for 20 years...so geting back there is a treat...check into summer gigs in Maine too and the American Music Festival in Bangor in the end of August...a great venue....all my best to you and all in your life...always b
Elli,
Thanks for your speedy response. I understand about originals but you are so welcome to come and join the conversation and let folks know what you are doing musically. www.blogtalkradio.com/musicwoman
Elli, tune into MUSICWOMAN TALK RADIO every Wednesday from 6-8 pm and let me know if you would like to be my guest. Also, check out the archived shows!
At 4:39am on September 12, 2008, Elli Fordyce said…
Congrats on your release... I would love to feature you in the upcoming release of my magazine, Silke Endress, Lifestyle of the Lady CEO, Arts & Entertainment section.
Break a leg on your re-debut, Elli. I'm on my way to L.A. for the weekend on your big day, so won't be able to support you with my physical presence, but I do have a few Cleveland acquaintances I'll pass the word to.
I'm so glad to hear you are returning to the Tri-state area. we have many members who are very close so I suggest you post your announcement on the "events" tab of your page fro all members to see. Also search the membership for members in the Ohio area and add them as friends. You can send a message to all of your friends with one click. I hope I can catch you soon. Thanks for sharing your news.
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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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Thanks for your speedy response. I understand about originals but you are so welcome to come and join the conversation and let folks know what you are doing musically. www.blogtalkradio.com/musicwoman
Best,
Elli
I am thrilled that your CD debut was successful. Cleveland is so close to Pittsburgh. We hope you can come through soon.
Congrats on your release... I would love to feature you in the upcoming release of my magazine, Silke Endress, Lifestyle of the Lady CEO, Arts & Entertainment section.
I LOVE your sound... Great Job!
I'm so glad to hear you are returning to the Tri-state area. we have many members who are very close so I suggest you post your announcement on the "events" tab of your page fro all members to see. Also search the membership for members in the Ohio area and add them as friends. You can send a message to all of your friends with one click. I hope I can catch you soon. Thanks for sharing your news.
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Thanks for joining me, look forward to the networking.
Have a great day!
We are so happy to have you join and share your talent with our members. You will make many new friends here.