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The Stars Come Out in a Benefit for Jazz Pianist Wes Bulcavage (Bellcamp)

Source: All About Jazz
February 9, 2007

On Thursday, February 8th, 2007 a benefit was held for jazz pianist Wes Bulcavage (Bellcamp) who suffered a stroke about two weeks ago at his home where after 8 hours or more he was found on the floor. The benefit was held at Mixed Notes in Elmont, L.I. Many top jazz artists came out including: John Ray,bass - Revels Bay, drums - Frank O'Brien, - piano, Richie Iacona, - piano Hank Johnson, piano - Jerry Weldon, sax icon - Vocalists, ...

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Leanne Weatherly Quintet Jazz for Sweethearts Concert in San Jose February 9

Source: Jeff Rzepiela Public Relations
February 8, 2007

February is a time to express one's love and admiration for his or her sweetheart. Crittenden Middle School's Music Teacher Leanne Weatherly is busy expressing her love and passion for creating and singing jazz music. Teacher by day, singer/songwriter by night. You would think these would conflict but they compliment each other. “Music is my life and by performing it professionally, I am showing the kids that you can do anything your heart desires if it is your passion. It ...

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Eric Jackson Presents "Jazz in America" Lecture at the Wenham Museum on Tuesday, April 10

Source: All About Jazz
February 6, 2007

"Music in America" Lecture Series Jazz in America Eric Jackson Tuesday, April 10, 7 p.m. Eric Jackson, radio personality and host of the region's best-known jazz program, “Jazz with Eric in the Evening" on WGBH 89.7 FM, presents Jazz in America. Jazz aficionados and interested novices will enjoy learning about Boston's unique contribution to the world of Jazz from this noted jazz authority. In his enlightening lecture, Eric examines a variety of perspectives, exploring the 19th ...

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Scott Robinson/Klaus Suonsaari Duo at the Hudson View Gardens Lounge (2/25) in NYC!

Source: All About Jazz
February 6, 2007

"SUNDAYS at 5" concert series continues on Sunday, Feb.25th at 5pm! Please join us in the Hudson View Gardens Lounge (Washington Heights, Manhattan - New York City) for what promises to be one of THE jazz events of the year, not only for Washington Heights/Inwood residents, but for New York City. Each of these masters will be bringing to this very special duo recital a vast selection of their instrument collection--from reeds and brass to gongs and percussion. We are ...

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The 51th Anniversary of Tale Ognenovski's Carnegie Hall Concert, January 27, 1956

Source: All About Jazz
February 4, 2007

Internationally renowned jazz and classical clarinetist and composer Tale Ognenovski performed as clarinet and reed pipe soloist Folk Dances in the world-famous Carnegie Hall, a symbol of artistic excellence on January 27, 1956. He has appeared with Macedonian Ensemble of Folk Dances and Songs “Tanec". Ensemble 'Tanec's North American tour was sponsored by International Artists in association with Charles E. Green and Lee V. Eastman. 'Tanec's American tour began with their debut on one of the most popular television programmes ...

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Cleveland Jazz Orchestra and Ann Hampton Callaway March 14

Source: All About Jazz
February 4, 2007

ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY to perform with CLEVELAND JAZZ ORCHESTRA (CLEVELAND, OH) - Presented by local non-profit arts organization, Cleveland Jazz Orchestra (CJO) will present jazz headliner, vocalist and pianist, Ann Hampton Callaway in a one show only, family appropriate, musical event. Ms. Callaway will perform this show with the CJO. Co-beneficiary of the proceeds will go to Rainbow Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Ohio Theatre at Playhouse Square Center Wednesday, March 14, 2007, 8:00 PM Ticket Prices: $25, $35, ...

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Vision Dance Music Series at Symphony Space - Carmen de Lavallade, Matthew Shipp and More

Source: All About Jazz
February 1, 2007

Vision Dance Music Series DrummingDance & SoundingStrings Wednesday, February 21 through Saturday, February 24, 2007 at Peter Norton Symphony Space - Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre What: Vision Dance Music Series A four day festival featuring the finest avant-garde dancers collaborating with stars of the New York avantJazz scene. Dates: Wednesday, February 21 through Saturday, February 24, 2007 Time: 7:30pm

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Lou Donaldson in Concert in Albemarle, North Carolina, February 26

Source: All About Jazz
January 31, 2007

In Celebration of Black History Month & Albemarle's 150th Birthday The Sesquicentennial Committee Presents Badin Native and World Famous Jazz Musician Lou Donaldson in Concert February 26, 2007 Stanly County Agri-Civic Center 7:30 pm Tickets are $10 and are available at Starnes Jewlers (704) 982-1013 Stanly County Agri-Civic Center, (704) 986-3666 Stanly County Chamber of Commerce, (704) 982-8116 Albemarle Christian Bookstore, (704) 983-1015, & ADDC, (704) ...

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