Celebrate John Coltrane's Birthday with a Commemorative Concert at Art Sanctuary in Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia, PA - Join us in celebrating the life of a legend as Art Sanctuary, Arts Nova, and The Warriors of the Wonderful Sound celebrate John Coltrane's 81st birthday with the premiere of “A Force for Good," a four-section suite commemorating the 40th memorial of John Coltrane's death. This afternoon performance will be held on Sunday, September 23, 2007 @ 4pm, at the Church of the Advocate (18th & Diamond Streets in North Philadelphia). We will feature Bobby Zankel and The Warriors of the Wonderful Sound, with special guests, Odean Pope, Maugawane Mahoele, and Ruth Naomi Floyd. Admission is $25 at the door. For more information, call 215.232.4485.

Art Sanctuary, along with Arts Nova and The Warriors collaborate to reveal this exciting concert, celebrating the life of one of the world's greatest jazz artists, John Coltrane. In addition, September 15-22 will culminate a week-long event series centering on the concert:

• A Musicians Workshop - September 15 @ 2pm (Hawthorne Cultural Center, 11th & Carpenter Streets) is devoted to modern concepts in composition and improvisation;

• Open Rehearsal - September 17 @ 8pm (location to be announced) - the music to be performed;

• Roundtable Discussion on the Life and Works of Coltrane - September 22 @ 2pm (Church of the Advocate, 18th & Diamond Streets), a panel discussing the achievements, and the influence of John Coltrane's music.
  
  

Commemorate the life and music of legendary jazz genius John Coltrane by attending these special anniversary events. Marvel at the Church of the Advocate, the last venue in which Coltrane performed in Philadelphia.

Art Sanctuary, located in North Philadelphia, uses the power of black art to transform individuals, unite groups of people, and enrich, and draw inspiration from the inner city. We invite established and aspiring artists to help create excellent lectures, performances, and educational programs.