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Jae Sinnett's New Jazz Album

Hampton Roads, Virginia Jazz Artist Jae Sinnett's latest album Subject to Change, will be released in August.  This is his most multi-dimen…

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  Washington DC Jazz Network Advocate for Preserving America's Classical Music, "JAZZ", it's African American Legacy, Roots and Heritage! M…

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Is President Obama Supporting Juneteenth?

Is President Obama Supporting Juneteenth? Displaying all 4 posts. NATIONAL JUNETEENTH HOLIDAY CAMPAIGN White House Scheduling Request…

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Why Barack Obama should take a leadership roll in promoting America's Classical Music "Jazz"

Jazz musicians are some of the most inteligent music producers in the world. Improvising and creating music at a moments notice unlike n…

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How do we perserve the value of jazz and what role do musicians especially black play?

I think that most all who enjoy the artistry presented in jazz music will undoubtedly say it has and is should be a valued aspect of our Am…

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The Sign of the Blues

Copyright 1993 Joan Cartwright, M.A. This is the abstract of the FIRST of three essays in my new book - A HISTORY OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN JAZZ…

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Musician, are you an entrepreneur?

Musician, are you an entrepreneur? What is your response to this question? Read this article and then leave your comments. Teaching Mu…

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Jazz: A National American Treasure

Over twenty years ago, while serving as Legislative Counsel to Congressman John Conyers, Jr., I had the opportunity to assist him with the…

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Musicians Needed For Children's Musical

MUSICIANS NEEDED The Bea and The Bug (A Children’s Musical) Peggy Jones, Director James Bazen, Music Director The Bea and The Bug will be…

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Looking forward to this Sunday Serenade come Sunday April 24th, when VTY Jazz pays their respects to trombonist Benny Powell. All of this will be going down live at the fabulous Cutting Room and just to pull your coats, their will be no squares allowed �de42. If your Hip you know the deal and where to be come Sunday April 24th. Reservations are strongly suggested, 917-882-9539. April is Jazz Appreciation month, but for the Hip, Jazz appreciation is 24/7 twelve months a year. If your not Hip you need to get Hip quick because you're missing some great music and vibes. Hope to see you live and in-person at the Cutting Room on April 24th.

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A True Cultural Warrior Thank you for your hard work and dedication to America's Classical Music "So Called Jazz."

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Benny GolsonJazz Master Award
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The DC Jazz Festival in collaboration with the Howard University Department of Music is presenting jazz pianist Orrin Evans in a 3 day jazz residency beginning on March 15-17, 2022.


JAZZ FASHIONS

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Introducing
"The One and Only"
A Honorary  Member of the Washington DC Jazz Network
In The Beginning...
"The Pigfoot Jazz Workshop 1974"
John Malachi
Introducing the One & Only
"YOUR MAJESTY"
George V Johnson Jr
"Passing the torch 1977"
The Father of the Art of Jazz Vocalese
EDDIE JEFFERSON
Historic 16 sound bite...
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He's Next In Line! 
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BOHEMIAN CAVERNS
"Now's The Time"
Performing Charlie Parker's complete solo Note for Note!
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Lou Donaldson
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Say Benny.. I penned lyrics to the "Blues March" about 30 years ago and I've never sang them in public.... Oh YEAH!  Let's do them...
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BENNY GOLSON
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Say! George, do the the "Gingerbread Boy". Don't sing the lyrics, just scat on it!
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"My Little Suede Shoes"
Donald Harrison
"The Big Chief of The Congo Square Nation"
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Jimmy Cobb
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JEANNE GIES 

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w/ Master Guitarist

HAROLD ALDEN

 

 

New York Post observes that he is "...one of the very finest young guitarists working today." 

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October 29, 2012

MAXWELL PRICE
 
Present interest Jazz Sextet, performance and film, video, sound tracks, and music scores.
Available for Bookings, Tours, Festivals, Concerts, Workshops and more
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W.D.C.J.N. is one of the first American Jazz Networks to embrace the remaining truly great Jazz legends of our times and upcoming Jazz greats through today’s social media. 

The W.D.C.J.N. is now internationally reaching Jazz musician, enthusiasts and aficionados, promoters, festivals of Jazz around the world. A real eye opener for people researching the history and present day development an evolution of America’s only original art form and historical legacy.
I fully endorse this institution  "The Washington DC Jazz Network" and encourage anyone that is fond of Jazz to visit the Washington D.C. Jazz Network; today and become a member or make a donation to a worthy cause.

Sincerely!!!

Maxwell Price
Belgium
 
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NAMED 2013NEA JAZZ MASTER!
Nation's Highest
Honor in Jazz!!
 
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Lou Donaldson
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An Advocate for Preserving America's Classical Music, "JAZZ", it's African American Heritage, Roots & Legacy throughout the world!

George V Johnson, Jr

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Washington DC Jazz Network

The George V Johnson Jr Show

 

The Eddie Jefferson School of Bop

 

 

Hello George, I am proud to be a member of the Washington DC Jazz Network (WDJN).
I am able to find out what's going on in town and on the east coast
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Experience the Standard for Executive Education
 
Howard University Jazz Ensemble Fall Concert

The Howard University Jazz Ensemble will present it's Fall Concert @ Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel.


The guest soloist will be saxophonist Javon Jackson. Mr. Jackson is a veteran of the bands of Art Blakey, Freddie Hubbard, Elvin Jones and Les McCann. There will also be a performance by AFRO BLUE, the award winning vocal jazz ensemble.
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W.D.C.J.N. is one of the first American Jazz Networks to embrace the remaining truly great Jazz legends of our times and upcoming Jazz great through today’s social media.
 
The W.D.C.J.N. is now internationally reaching Jazz musician, enthusiasts and aficionados, promoters, festivals of Jazz around the world. A real eye opener for people researching the history and present day development an evolution of America’s only original art form and historical legacy.

I fully endorse this institution and encourage anyone that is fond of Jazz to visit the Washington D.C. Jazz Network; today and become a member or make a donation to a worthy cause.

Sincerely!!!

Maxwell Price
Belgium

 

Carmelo Munet
A Member of the Washington DC Jazz Network
Michelle Rosewoman
A Member of the Washington DC Jazz Network
 
Greetings DC Family, I'll be appearing at the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival with a host of other great musicians in February
See you there...
Keep Jazz Alive! 
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TODAY!

 

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A different type of church
Straight Ahead Live Jazz
Every Friday 6-9pm

JAZZ MINISTRY
A Member of the Washington DC Jazz Network

"JAZZ MINISTRY"

"It's the best deal in town"

Bring the family * Spread the word * Let's celebrate!

Dick Smith

Executive Producer

A Member of the Washington DC Jazz Network

 

CELEBRATING 13 YEARS OF
Philly's own legendary bassist, Lee Smith debut album "Sittin’ on a Secret" CD Release Party

James King

Photo by Whitemore John
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Sept. 27th - 8:pm
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Electrifying Fusions of Rock, Progressive, Jazz, and R&B – Art & Pete Redefine Songwriting with “Songw3rks Vol. 2”

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Pulsating with Rich and Vibrant Symphonies – Canberra-Based Greek-Jazz Fusion Band Presents New Single “Piraeus”

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Constantine Campbell’s KAVOS blends the rich heritage of Greek music with the soulful rhythms of Jazz in their latest release, capturing the essence of Athens

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