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.
Janelle,
Not sure whether my first comment made it to you. It was nice to hear from you, and I've recently been asked of you too! Hope you are well, and please keep in touch.
Take Care,
Richy
Hey Janelle,
Thanks for the vote of confidence! We are having much fun with the music...appreciate your giving us an ear and hope to meet you around town. Kindest wishes. Erin
woah sis what is up!!! been too many years to ask, glad to catch ya, ill hit you during the weekend some time when i slow down a bit aight.............
Hi,I don't know if we met,but yeah we probably do know a lot of the same people.Do you ever get to South Fla?The weather is just awesome.You've got a friend to visit now.I'm keeping pretty busy,lot of duo solo stuff,whatever it takes.Maybe we can work together sometime,come down anytime.I'm playing the casino in Pompano,I need a drummer for Sat Mar.29.Apr 4,& Apr 12.give me a call anytime 724-513-7268
ciao,
V.....................
My Susta',...I trust all is well. Where have you been.
It would be a groove to see you whenever I come home. I know you are still keepin' it happenin'...peace
Hi Janelle,
Think maybe I should a pic of myself on my page??
Maybe not getting to old. kind of like that shadow thing
Give me a call office phone 412-396-4939
Looking forward to talking w/ ya
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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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Not sure whether my first comment made it to you. It was nice to hear from you, and I've recently been asked of you too! Hope you are well, and please keep in touch.
Take Care,
Richy
How are you? I feel like a common denominator. Hearing alot of good things of you. Keep in touch with me; I'd like to talk.
Richy Muckle
Thanks for the vote of confidence! We are having much fun with the music...appreciate your giving us an ear and hope to meet you around town. Kindest wishes. Erin
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Ken
Thanks for writing . We must talk by phone as I'm a terribly slow typist . Talk soon !
Tony
ciao,
V.....................
It would be a groove to see you whenever I come home. I know you are still keepin' it happenin'...peace
Think maybe I should a pic of myself on my page??
Maybe not getting to old. kind of like that shadow thing
Give me a call office phone 412-396-4939
Looking forward to talking w/ ya
Linda
Nice to hear from you girl . I hope that you are doing very well !
Tony