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News: Performance / Tour

Jazz at Symphony Center Presents Dianne Reeves & Dave Holland in October

September 4, 2009

JAZZ AT SYMPHONY CENTER PRESENTS OUTSTANDING ARTISTS IN TWO OCTOBER CONCERTS: Vocalist Dianne Reeves on Friday, October 16; Dave Holland Plus Vijay Iyer Trio on Friday, October 30 CHICAGO - The 2009-2010 Jazz at Symphony Center concert series, presenting both living legends and today's top talent, gets underway with two exceptional programs in October. On Friday, ...

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News: Education

Debut of Chicago Creative Music Workshop: An Institute for Improvised Music

July 31, 2009

Chicago, IL - September 2nd and 3rd the Chicago Jazz Festival, a partnership between the Chicago Mayor's Office of Special Events and the Jazz Institute of Chicago, presents the Chicago Creative Music Workshop (CCMW), under the direction of Nicole Mitchell and Renee Baker. Sponsored by the Chicago Jazz Festival and the Chicago College of Performing Arts ...

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News: Recording

Special Upcoming Delmark Shows and New Releases for the Summer and Fall

July 24, 2009

Hey Hey Chicago Jazz and Blues Fans!! We wanted to let you know about some special Delmark Records related shows coming up in the next few weeks and announce our new releases for the summer and fall. We really appreciate your support and help in spreading the the good word on GREAT SOUNDS from Chicago! Delmark ...

News: Festival

31st Annual Chicago Jazz Festival in Grant Park

July 20, 2009

The Chicago Jazz Festival, now in its fourth decade as one of the city's great free lakefront festivals, continues to be the place where a rich history meets innovative sound. The 31st Annual Chicago Jazz Festival, produced by the Mayor's Office of Special Events and programmed by the Jazz Institute of Chicago, is Sept. 4-6, 2009, ...

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News: Performance / Tour

Special Delmark Night at Buddy Guy's Legends

July 12, 2009

Hey Hey Chicago Blues Fans! We'd love for you to attend this special night of live Chicago blues from some of the most talented artists the city has to offer. Delmark All-Star Blues Concert and new Delmark DVD screening ("It Ain't Over! 55 Years of Blues) A very special live concert featuring many all-star ...

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News: Performance / Tour

Nicole Mitchell's Black Earth Strings' Recording Debut- Delmark CD Release Party!

July 6, 2009

Chicago Jazz Flutist supreme, Nicole Mitchell, will celebrate her new Delmark release and her debut recording of her BLACK EARTH STRINGS group Nicole Mitchell's Black Earth Strings' RENEGADES at the Velvet Lounge on Wednesday, August 5 67 E. Cermak Rd, Chicago's South Loop area which will lead into her exciting performance at the upcoming 2009 Chicago ...

News: Performance / Tour

Shirley Johnson, Blues Attack, Delmark CD Release Party & Rockin' Johnny's 40th BDay Party!

July 6, 2009

Hey Chicago Blues Fans! I wanted to let you know about some special shows coming up, including the Delmark CD release party for Shirley Johnson's Blues Attack and Rockin' Johnny's 40th Birthday Party Friday, Saturday, July 10, 11 SHIRLEY JOHNSON, Blues Attack! Delmark CD release party for the “Queen of Blue Chicago", Shirley ...

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News: Obituary

Funeral Arrangements Announced for Blues Singer Koko Taylor

June 6, 2009

WAKE/VISITATION AND FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR KOKO TAYLOR Wake/Visitation (Lie in State) Thursday, June 11, 2009 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Rainbow Push Coalition National Headquarters 930 East 50th Street (at Drexel) Chicago, IL 60615 Funeral Services Friday, June 12, 2009 6:00 pm ...

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News: Event

Tuesdays on the Terrace: Fred Anderson

June 2, 2009

Tuesdays on the Terrace presents another inspiring season of free evening jazz concerts on the MCA's terrace and sculpture garden. Hosted by local radio personalities, visitors are invited to enjoy gourmet cuisine created by Puck’s Caf. In case of rain, the events take place inside Puck's Caf. Dinner reservations are recommended, call 312.397.4034. Tuesday on the ...

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News: Event

Galaxie Gypsy Jazz Jam with Alfonso Ponticelli

May 9, 2009

CHICAGO, Ill. – Alfonso Ponticelli is set to lead the next gypsy jazz jam session at the Gaaxie on Thursday, May 21 from 8 to 11 pm. These sessions are open to jazz fans, musicians and dancers of all types and levels, as well as fans of vintage films. Previous sessions have featured bands such as ...