THE JAZZ NETWORK ~ "A GREAT PLACE TO HANG"
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- Marital Status
- widow
- Where are you located?
- New York
- Tell us a little about you....
- Co leader of Jazzberry Jam! ,a women's instrumental ensemble with a male vocalist;jazz workshop leader for children and adults;educator;composer;playwright;poet;lyricist;and pianist; co-founder of ELMOllenium.a repertory band energizing the music of Elmo Hope.
- How did you hear about the Jazz Network?
- Percussionist Sylvia Cuenca invited me.
- Website:
- http://www.jazzberryjam.com
INSPIRATIONAL CORNER
Uncle Hugh 'Peanuts' Whalum is my 80 year-old uncle who has FORGOTTEN more about jazz than I've even learned yet! He released his CD "Introducing Hugh 'Peanuts' Whalum" after gigging in the St. Louis scene for over 55 years! Needless to say his voice, his saxophone, his piano... like a fine, aged Merlot. His energy?! I dare not try and keep up. I'm on stage falling asleep by the time he gets going good – cut from a different cloth. Arnette, Coleman, Hamp, Hank... fine cloth.
Why do I bring them up? Because they represent something really important that we now get to enjoy, like they did back then, but now through technology on sites like this, that we've been missing.
The good news, since family – in this case JAZZ FAMILY – and relationships are much more important, more fulfilling... is that I feel RICHER knowing and following you guys music on THE JAZZ NETWORK!
Sincerely,
Kirk WHALUM
www.kirkwhalum.com
"Congratulations on your creativity, energy and dedication to Jazz, knowing and have worked with your Dad ~ its all in the genes".
~Clem De Rosa
Professional Musician, Educator, Arranger, Composer and Band Leader
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ADVERTISE YOUR ARTISTRY, BUSINESS OR EVENT HERE ON THE JAZZ NETWORK!
Give the gift of some of The Jazz Network Members music for the Holidays!!
Just click your favorite artist, its as easy as 1-2-1-2-3-4!! :-)
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The Jazz Network Holiday Promotion offers its members a spot on the front page to display your CD cover for immediate click-thru for purchase for holiday gifting! Feel free to contact Jaijai for details for now is a good time to start promoting Holiday sales!
If you have interest in having a featured spot, want to be spotlighted, promote a 'gig' or CD release party with a flyer or banner, stream your gigs live from a venue worldwide, give a shout-out for any reason ~ post a press release...have a business we should know about?... or even a "sneak peek" of your upcoming release? How about managers looking for artists, or indie labels looking for submissions...This is the place to do it!
Jaijai is also making herself available to help you promote your artistry with marketing tips that will take you to the next level.
If you are interested in becoming a client, please let her know.
If you want your page designed with your CD cover and special slideshows, or that 'extra special touch' Jaijai will also lend her design skills to those that want that 'extra splash' to their pages.
Contact her here on the site to discuss your creative thoughts!
Happy Networking!
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Artwork courtesy of Jeff Laibson
SPOTLIGHTED ARTISTS
Finding THE JAZZ NETWORK has been an amazing experience for Musique Noire. The opportunity to not only gain exposure among the jazz community, but to also learn and network with others in the jazz world has been invaluable. It is a place where we are all treated equally, whether one is a major label act or an indie artist, whether one plays traditional jazz or any of the "branches" of the jazz Family "tree".
Musique Noire is honored to be spotlighted here and are deeply grateful to Jaijai for creating this wonderful world. We're here to stay!
~ Musique Noire
Jaijai, what a wonderful mission you've undertaken to create such a place for artistic minds to meet and share their hearts. A place to renew faded determinations, and revive lessened momentums. A place to display our wares and reconfirm to one another that we actually are on the right track.
I commend you, Jaijai, for caring so much that you created this castle of the heart for all of us. I want to share my praise for all of the new friends as well as old friends that I've met and will meet here in our castle. Here we can garnish the where-with-all, the strength, the conviction, and the selflessness through our symbiosis, to share our gift to the world with an unbiased agenda.
My mentor, Daisaku Ikeda says of art: "A beautiful flower delights and refreshes the hearts of all people equally, no matter what soil it grows in. That is the power of beauty. The same is true of great art. It is this spirit that the German poet Heinrich Heine sang of when he wrote that once the peapod bursts open, the sugar peas inside are for everyone to enjoy."
Let's be audacious, my friends!
Buster Williams
"It was a pleasure to be featured on the Jazz Network Main Page. This Network is a unique forward step for independence, contact and conversation between artist, promoters/agents and fans.
Thank you Jaijai for offering a professional meeting place. I've met new musicians and rediscovered old friends I haven't seen or heard from in years. May we all continue to expand this network.
~ Will Calhoun
"I think that what Jaijai Jackson has done with the Jazz Network shows how the eternal love for this music is passed down from generation to generation. The fire her father lit in her has burned brightly and has inspired her to pass this torch on to future generations. I'm very proud to be featured and I'm very happy that Jazz has a voice and spirit like Jaijai looking after it."
~ Ron Kearns
I am so honored to be on The Jazz Network with so many wonderful and dedicated musicians. Jazz is the truly American art form and as I travel to other countries I find that their appreciation for jazz is really uplifting. There are so many excellent jazz musicians around the world now and The Jazz Network is helping us to find each other. Thank goodness for people like Jaijai who have dedicated so much time and effort to keep the jazz community together and for opening doors to us that we may never have found.
Regarding education in jazz, having done Master Classes in many places I find students need to take time and learn from the Masters and LISTEN. They should go back in history to appreciate ALL styles of jazz and its development. They need to learn melodies and lyrics (yes, even instrumentalists need to know lyrics) and that jazz is not just a series of modes and riffs. I think The Jazz Network can be an excellent tool for that also.
Thank you Jaijai...you are awesome!
~ Lenore Raphael
"Thank you Jaijai for creating a space for the likes of me! I truly enjoy being featured here and really hope it can give me new contacts and opportunities.
Keep up the good work!"
~ Patrick Rydman
Sweden
"The Jazz Network has come into being at just the right time. I believe that we are forever in need of spiritual and artistic enrichment and the way I see it, music, particularly jazz music, is all about the spirit. The Jazz Network allows us to reach out to our fellow artists across the world, in a way that has not been seen before, enlightening us as to who's out there making hip and happening music and helping to shape the culture. Whether artists approach this music from traditional perspectives or attempt to create new and radical sub-genres of jazz, the Jazz Network
is providing exposure, performance and recording opportunities that we might never have found on our own.
The Jazz Network is an amazing resource for the Jazz community. I'm
honored and happy to be a part of it.
Jaijai, thanks for your faith and what you're doing for the jazz community"
Best,
Nicolas
It’s a rare occasion when you meet someone who you feel a real connection to … Someone who possesses a kind spirit, unyielding generosity and a dedication to the jazz community beyond expectations.
Jaijai, thank you so much for creating such a fantastic website for the jazz community. You’ve helped artists connect with each other around the world.
I’m proud to have The Jazz Network be the first site to promote my latest recording. Words cannot express my gratitude to you for your dedication to the music and the artists.
With much love and gratitude,
Denise Donatelli
Hi Jaijai,
Stopping by to show you some love and tell you just how much I appreciate all you've been doing here, not just for me but for this incredible community of jazz musicians. I see that The Jazz Network is growing in leaps and bounds daily and want you to know that I recognize the importance of what's going on here, musicians having a place to connect with each other, young musicians having a place to meet and be mentored by musicians who have been around the block. You've created a beautiful space here and it's obvious that folks are feeling very much at home. Thanks for sharing your time, your heart, your soul. This is a huge commitment and you've taken it on with such determination. I wish you and The Jazz Network continued success and support you in all you're doing.
~ Marcus
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We met back in the dark ages, I sat in with your group once around 15 years ago. It's great to know you guys are keepin' on and I wish you many more years.
Best,
Elli
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THE HOUSE THAT "MONK" BUILT
MINTON'S PLAYHOUSE
Presents
THE GREATEST "JAZZICAL" EVER TOLD !!!
Saturday, May 31, 2008
3 Shows: 10:00 pm - 11:30 - 1:00 - Admission: $20.00
"SOUL STATION" The Music of Hank Mobley
Hank Mobley 78th Birthday Celebration
CELEBRATING A JAZZ LEGEND
Original Lyrics performed by GEORGE V JOHNSON JR.
"THE ART OF JAZZ VOCALESE"
In 2003, George V Johnson Jr. was commissioned by Don Sickler of Second Floor Music to pen lyrics to the music of jazz legend and saxophonist, Hank Mobley. Since taking on the project Johnson has skillfully, completed over 40 of Mobley’s classic compositions and still counting. Some with complete solo’s. Critics are already saying this is one of the most important and extensive projects to be presented to the public from the jazz vocalese realm in many, many years. With Jazz Vocalese, still in a state of infancy, Johnson has almost single handedly kept the vocalese dream alive as exemplified from his performances presenting the Music of Hank Mobley. A feat unmatched by any of his peers in jazz music. His lyrics are well rounded, beautifully written and a classic work of art. In the spirit of Eddie Jefferson, Johnson’s a modern day “GRIO” telling stories our ancestors would be very proud of ...a la...Langston Hughes
Hank Mobley recorded many of his classic compositions on the Blue Note label featuring some of the greatest names in jazz. Mobley composed over 100 songs that are becoming jazz classics and every musicians dream. Johnson’s soulful style and earthly lyrics to this great composers work establishes new dimensions in Jazz Vocalese. The voice accented with skillful musicians magically connects with the Mobley Spirit. Just imagine! Swinging, stories that take you on a musical voyage. Everyone should experience this. See what the buzz is all about. Join in the fun and bring the music of Hank Mobley to your city today. It’s Jazzically wonderful.
Hank's Symphony, Soul Station, Dig Dis, No Room For Squares, East of The Village, This I Dig of You, Take Your Pick, Three Way Split, Split Feelings, Up A Step, Work Out, The Baptist Beat, My Groove Your Move, Soft Impressions, Hank's Waltz, Chain Reaction, Roll Call, Syrup & Biscuits, Snappin Out, Comin' Back, The Feelings Good, Uh Huh, Up Over and Out, Looking East, Cute N' Pretty, Third Time Around, Bossa For Baby, Ballin, Madeline, No More Goodbyes, The Break Through, Hank's Other Bag, Infra Rae, Straight NoFilter, Caddy for Daddy, The Morning After. . . and more.
DON SICKLER - Trumpet & Arranger 5 Time Grammy Award Winning Arranger & Producer
Don chatting with Wayne Shorter and JJ Johnson after Wayne recorded "In Walked Wayne" with JJ's Quartet. "At that time we certainly had no idea that this performace would win Wayne a Grammy" ~~ Don Sickler (Best Jazz Instrumental Solo - 1999) Don has produced five Grammy Award-winning CD's, won numerous Downbeat Magazine awards as arranger, producer, and talent. Over 300 of his arrangements have been recorded, and artist such as Art Blakey and Jazz Messengers, Joe Henderson, Freddy Hubbard and Woody Shaw have played Don's arrangements around the world. Don has recorded for a variety of labels, including Blue Note, Delos, Fantasy, High Note, Muse, N2K, Polydor, Reservoir Music, Somethin' Else, Soul Note, Sunnyside, Uptown Records and Verve.
Don Sickler - Originally from Spokane, first established himself in New York while completing his masters degree in trumpet at the Manhattan School of Music. He went to work for United Artist as a production manager and upon leaving in 1979, he started his own full service Jazz publishing firm, www.secondfloormusic.com . A perennial finalist in the Down Beat and JazzTimes polls for Jazz Arranger of the Year, Sickler is also an in-demand producer with numerous successes to his credit, including Joe Henderson's breakthrough 1992 CD "Lush Life", and it Gramy-winning follow-up "So Near So Far" (Both for the Verve/Polygram). He's also produced records for Cedar Walton, Jimmy Smith, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Roy Haynes, Christian McBride and dozens of others. His own recording as a trumpeter include "The Music of Kenny Dorham" (Resevoir) and Night Watch" (Uptown). Musical director/trumpeter for T.S. Monk Band until 1999. Previously he was the musical director of drummer Philly Jones' Tadd Dameron repertory ensemble "Dameronia". He also enjoyed the brieft stint with Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. Second Floor Music represents many of the top jazz composers, including Monk, Hank Mobley, Kenny Dorham, Curtis Fuller, Clifford Jordan and is a behind-the-scenes force in the resurgence of modern jazz....
PATIENCE HIGGINS - Tenor sax
Saxophone and flute player Patience Higgins was a featured artist on 1998s double Grammy Award winning recording Dee Dee Bridgewaters Dear Ella. Other credits include tour and recording engagements with the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Count Bassie Orchestra, Aretha Franklin, Bobby Short, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, The Pointer Sisters and Yoko Ono, among many others. Mr. Higgins is also well know for his work on Broadway, including The Wiz, Aint Misbehavin, Chicago, and many others, as well as numerous movie soundtracks. Patience currently serves as music director and performs with Tap Dance sensation SAVION GLOVER!
Pianist and organist Raymond Angry was born in Miami, Florida. After completing his M.A. at Howard University, Angry made his move to New York. In the period that he has been here, his musicianship has earned the respect of fellow musicians, performing with such notables as Mulgrew Miller, Roy Hargrove and Ralph Peterson. Angry also has extensive experience in church music, R&B and Hip-Hop.
BASS & DRUMS To be annoucned soon! ***********************
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Ladies and gentlemen, we're gonna bring up a young man from Washington DC, George V Johnson Jr. A great, soulful, bebop singer. My opinion one of the best in America. The Best.... This is a rare treat. Me and Him! We're gonna feature him on a Charles Christopher Parker tune "My Little Suede Shoes" with original lyrics and one more thang, George V Johnson Jr., is one of the most poslished and schooled vocalist in jazz. If you have any questions give me a call~~~~~ LOU DONALDSON
GVJ & THE GREAT JAMES MOODY 1985 Grants Tomb, Jazz Mobile - Harlem NYC
SO WHAT !!!!
SO WHAT !!!
Eddie Jefferson's 1 singing son, vocalist George (Vocalese) Johnson Jr. has stepped up his productivity considerably since determining to ditch the 9-5 gig and forge a career in jazz. You may remember his turn on Coltrane's "Moment's Notice," where his Trane-centric lyrics graced a 1981 Pharoah Sanders date reissued by Evidence. Here he continues to refine the art of flipping classic instrumental solos into lyrical expressions. George V. continues to show upward mobility on his soon to be released CD Live @ JAzZ InN~~~WILLARD JENKINS
COLTRANE'S classic "Moments Notice" is a complete gas!
GEORGE V JOHNSON JR., whose marvelous lyrics and viocal work are truly auspicous! He sngs with James Moody on occassion and is happily remindflul of the insistent giftness of the late EDDIE JEFFERSON. Johnson's three stanzars close with "Relax dig the sounds of Coltrane's Music. Coltrane fills your heart with love and harmony. Trane played with magic. Listen to the melodies and you will see momently. When you here the message of his song!". There's no doubt in my mind that henceforth George V Johnson sholuld and will be sought for his own gift to the music. He sang the song for Sanders at the Village Vanguard, and Sanders "felt that George ought to be heard".
HANK MOBLEY....HANK MOBLEY.....HANK MOBLEY!! www.myspace.com/georgevjohnsonjr
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lots of love,
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