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.
At 7:09pm on February 25, 2008, stephen boyd said…
Hey Nelson, What a great surprise to reconnect with you! Nice to know we're back in touch. Been thinking about getting back there when the weather breaks; miss the Pittsburgh vibe and the Pittsburgh people. I'll keep you posted; definitely have to see you! Take Care!! Steph
Thanks for the well wishes Nelson . I'm hangin' in . I have an appointment with a neurosurgeon next week ...... we'll see how that goes . Many blessings to you my friend !
Tony
AS A NEW MEMBER I AM IMPRESSED WITH THE CLEVER SOPHISTICATION OF YOUR WEBSITE. I LIKE IT CONGARTULATIONS FOR YOURCREATIVE EFFORTS. HOPE TO MEET YOU SOME DAY. GOGO
Hey man...I didn't even see you. We had just slogged through a very expensive and VERY BAD meal...and I just wasn't in the mood to stand to hear the music...although they sounded great! Stop out at Gullifty's some Wed.
Hey Nelson, it's been a long time I miss the Burg and all the good players LA is a lot diffrent a bit cold not worm hearted like home I cant believe it has been almost 20 years when I decited to hed for LA my last job was on the Gateway Clipper with Roger Hump.
I am out now I have 4 more dated to do in Japan then I head back home.
I come back to my home town every year "Connellsville Pa." I hope I have the chance to hit the Burg and see all my old friends.
stay blessed and keep in touch.
Hey Nelson...long time. Cool site...gotta remember to check it out more often. Hope you are well! Just got back from a great vacation in the motherland...New Orleans. Man I miss it.
Thanks, Dr. Harris. No doubt about it, I'm looking forward to it as well. It should be quite a show. Its not a typical performance for the Palace Theater, and I hope it will be well attended by Pittsburgh jazz lovers.
Hi Nelson, yes I think I was talking to you at a JAZZ talk last year my brother Joe Lewis and I attended I think you had a small Trumpet with you when you gave your talk about the soul in Jazz without all the song and play sheets, just play from the soul. We enjoyed that episode. Anyway, I attended some of your gigs long ago, but I did not personally meet to greet you because I was in the Air Force and didn't stay in Pgh long in those days. I will be returning to the Burgh" in the summer months of June or July for a few months vacdation God Willing. So I hope to get in toudh with you then. Take care my brother and keep the Jazz rolling in PITTSBURGH.
glad to be added as a friend.....Pgh is magic for its roots and down home lovin feelings......keep the jazz feelings alive....very precious........and priceless.....
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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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Send me those updates from the Burg. I miss all my old friends and been away a long time. Do you ever see Eric Suesoff ? give all my best,
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AS A NEW MEMBER I AM IMPRESSED WITH THE CLEVER SOPHISTICATION OF YOUR WEBSITE. I LIKE IT CONGARTULATIONS FOR YOURCREATIVE EFFORTS. HOPE TO MEET YOU SOME DAY. GOGO
Keep up the great work.
The train seems to be on the track going forward. I want to ride for a while then put on my engineering hat!
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I am out now I have 4 more dated to do in Japan then I head back home.
I come back to my home town every year "Connellsville Pa." I hope I have the chance to hit the Burg and see all my old friends.
stay blessed and keep in touch.