The 4th Annual James Moody Scholarship for Newark Youth Benefit Concert | March 31st, 2014
4TH ANNUAL JAMES MOODY SCHOLARSHIPFOR NEWARK YOUTHBENEFIT CONCERTMARCH 31, 2014 BLUE NOTE NEW YORK
Benefit Concert “YARNELL 19” in Arizona | Aug. 2nd, 2013
Jazz Rescue: All-star concert set for August 2nd to benefit the Yarnell 19
Phoenix, Arizona (29 July 2013) – Jazz relief is on the way for victims of the recent Yarnell fire. The M.U.S.I.C. Foundation of Arizona and Arizona Jazz Festival producer Brad Laughlin have teamed with Phoenix City Council Member of District 8 Michael Johnson and Alan “AP” Powell to assemble a galaxy of contemporary jazz stars to perform a benefit concert for the families affected by the tragic fire, including the 19 families of the fallen firefighters and those who lost homes. The show featuring a bevy of hitmakers will be held this Friday, August 2nd at 7 PM at the Orpheum Theatre. Tickets are on sale now at www.arizonajazzfestival.com or by calling 602-244-8444. The minimum donation per ticket is $50.00 although digging deeper is encouraged.
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WBGO JAZZ 88.3 Presents The 5th Annual Coat Drive | Dec. 18th, 2012 – Jan 18th, 2013
WBGO JAZZ 88.3 FM Holds Fifth Annual Coat Drive
December 18, 2012 – January 18, 2013
WBGO Acts As Collection Point for Five Coat Distribution Centers
December 18, 2012 – January 18, 2013
WBGO Acts As Collection Point for Five Coat Distribution Centers
NEWARK, NJ, December 18, 2012- Everyone deserves to be safe and warm; but due to tough economic times and the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, many of our neighbors can use a helping hand. To bring warmth into the lives of infants, children and adults throughout the area, WBGO Jazz 88.3 FM is hosting its Fifth Annual Coat Drive December 18, 2012- January 18, 2013.
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The 22nd Annual Divas Simply Singing! | Dec. 1st, 2012
SHERYL LEE RALPH ANNOUNCES ALL-STAR WORLD AIDS EVENT LINEUP
22nd ANNUAL DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING!
22nd ANNUAL DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING!
LOS ANGELES — One Diva! One Song! One Night to touch a million lives! Actress/Activist Sheryl Lee Ralph’s DIVA Foundation kicks off its 22nd Annual HIV/AIDS benefit concert and 2012 World AIDS Day Event – DIVAS Simply Singing!
The all-star lineup will include Oleta Adams, Faith Evans, A’ngela Winbush, Tramaine Hawkins, Lalah Hathaway, Jenifer Lewis, Kristinia DeBarge, and DIVA Discovery artists – The Hill Sisters. R&B veteran and favorite, El DeBarge will pay tribute to the ladies as the resident Divo for the evening.
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The 22nd Annual Divas Simply Singing! | Dec. 1st, 2012
SHERYL LEE RALPH ANNOUNCES ALL-STAR WORLD AIDS EVENT LINEUP
22nd ANNUAL DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING!
22nd ANNUAL DIVAS SIMPLY SINGING!
LOS ANGELES — One Diva! One Song! One Night to touch a million lives! Actress/Activist Sheryl Lee Ralph’s DIVA Foundation kicks off its 22nd Annual HIV/AIDS benefit concert and 2012 World AIDS Day Event – DIVAS Simply Singing!
The all-star lineup will include Oleta Adams, Faith Evans, A’ngela Winbush, Tramaine Hawkins, Lalah Hathaway, Jenifer Lewis, Kristinia DeBarge, and DIVA Discovery artists – The Hill Sisters. R&B veteran and favorite, El DeBarge will pay tribute to the ladies as the resident Divo for the evening.
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Jazz For Obama | Oct. 9th, 2012
The Jazz Concert for America’s Future
JAZZ FOR OBAMA 2012
TUESDAY OCTOBER 9th
featuring
RON CARTER
DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER
JIM HALL
ROY HAYNES
KENNY BARRON
JOE LOVANO
KENNY GARRETT
CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE
JIMMY HEATH
JEFF “TAIN” WATTS
CLAUDIA ACUÑA
RAVI COLTRANE
GRETCHEN PARLATO
AND VERY SPECIAL GUESTS….
OCTOBER 9 @ 7:30pm
Symphony Space
Broadway at 95th Street
(Doors open 6:45 pm)
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE OBAMA FOR AMERICA PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN
TICKETS AND ALL INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLY AT:
www.jazzforobama2012.com
September 21, 2012- A roster of superlative American jazz artists will unite for one night only to present Jazz For Obama 2012, a concert event to benefit the reelection campaign of President Barack Obama.
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The 11th Annual “A Great Night In Harlem” | May 17th, 2012
Join Quincy Jones and 40 other legends
for an unforgettable night that will help save the music…
for an unforgettable night that will help save the music…
Jazz Foundation of America presents its 11th Annual
“A GREAT NIGHT IN HARLEM”
APOLLO THEATER
MAY 17th
7PM
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PERFORMANCES BY*
Over 40 legends of jazz, R&B, blues, and Rock ‘n’ Roll including
Macy Gray, Dr. John, Paquito D’Rivera,
The Randy Weston African Rhythms Trio,
Rebirth Brass Band, Treme Brass Band,
David Johansen, Stanley Jordan, Essie Mae Brooks,
Kansas City Band featuring Steven Bernstein,
Geri Allen, James Carter, Christian McBride, Don Byron,
Curtis Fowlkes, Craig Handy, Victor Lewis,
Mark Whitfield, Art Baron, and Jerry Dodgien…
with incredible last minute surprises to come…
Special Guest – Quincy Jones.
This year’s concert is produced by Hal Willner of Saturday Night Live.
*Schedules subject to change.
2012 DR. BILLY TAYLOR HUMANITARIAN AWARD
Claude Nobs
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The 11th Annual “A Great Night In Harlem” | May 17th, 2012
Join Quincy Jones and 40 other legends
for an unforgettable night that will help save the music…
for an unforgettable night that will help save the music…
Jazz Foundation of America presents its 11th Annual
“A GREAT NIGHT IN HARLEM”
APOLLO THEATER
MAY 17th
7PM
___________________________________________________
PERFORMANCES BY*
Over 40 legends of jazz, R&B, blues, and Rock ‘n’ Roll including
Macy Gray, Dr. John, Paquito D’Rivera,
The Randy Weston African Rhythms Trio,
Rebirth Brass Band, Treme Brass Band,
David Johansen, Stanley Jordan, Essie Mae Brooks,
Kansas City Band featuring Steven Bernstein,
Geri Allen, James Carter, Christian McBride, Don Byron,
Curtis Fowlkes, Craig Handy, Victor Lewis,
Mark Whitfield, Art Baron, and Jerry Dodgien…
with incredible last minute surprises to come…
Special Guest – Quincy Jones.
This year’s concert is produced by Hal Willner of Saturday Night Live.
*Schedules subject to change.
2012 DR. BILLY TAYLOR HUMANITARIAN AWARD
Claude Nobs
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The 11th Annual “A Great Night In Harlem” | May 17th, 2012
Join Quincy Jones and 40 other legends
for an unforgettable night that will help save the music…
for an unforgettable night that will help save the music…
Jazz Foundation of America presents its 11th Annual
“A GREAT NIGHT IN HARLEM”
APOLLO THEATER
MAY 17th
7PM
___________________________________________________
PERFORMANCES BY*
Over 40 legends of jazz, R&B, blues, and Rock ‘n’ Roll including
Macy Gray, Dr. John, Paquito D’Rivera,
The Randy Weston African Rhythms Trio,
Rebirth Brass Band, Treme Brass Band,
David Johansen, Stanley Jordan, Essie Mae Brooks,
Kansas City Band featuring Steven Bernstein,
Geri Allen, James Carter, Christian McBride, Don Byron,
Curtis Fowlkes, Craig Handy, Victor Lewis,
Mark Whitfield, Art Baron, and Jerry Dodgien…
with incredible last minute surprises to come…
Special Guest – Quincy Jones.
This year’s concert is produced by Hal Willner of Saturday Night Live.
*Schedules subject to change.
2012 DR. BILLY TAYLOR HUMANITARIAN AWARD
Claude Nobs
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Singer Gordon Chambers Partners with Samaritan’s Feet – In Concert | Feb 16th, 2012
Samaritan’s Feet Partners with Grammy Award-Winning Songwriter
Gordon Chambers
Gordon Chambers
Recording Artist Gordon Chambers
and Music Cares – Charlotte Partner with Barefoot Entertainment to
Provide Shoes of Hope for Children in Need
and Music Cares – Charlotte Partner with Barefoot Entertainment to
Provide Shoes of Hope for Children in Need
Charlotte, NC, February 05, 2012 –(PR.com)–
Grammy Award-Winning composer and R&B Singer Gordon Chambers will
be in concert at The Sunset Club in Charlotte on February 16th.
Presented by the Charlotte Division of Music Cares, proceeds from the
live music concert will go to benefit the non-profit Samaritan’s Feet. To continue, please click “MORE”!