Welcome to the Emory Jazz Alliance Newsletter. We are very excited to share our success in forming an organization within the Emory College of Arts and Sciences that is focused on jazz education, performance and outreach. The newsletter is designed to present current information to you regarding: Upcoming performances by Emory Jazz Ensembles, Big Band, […]
April is Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM). This initiative led by the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History is intended to draw public attention to the glories of jazz as both an historical and a living treasure. Join the Emory Jazz Studies Program as we help to celebrate JAM with concerts and outdoor performances. Emory […]
Announcing the 2015 Emory Jazz Fest guest artist: Jazz Violinist Regina Carter Regina Carter is considered the foremost jazz violinist of her generation – a designation that doesn’t quite paint the picture. As a result of her curiosity, passion, and quest for beauty brought to every stop taken on her full musical journey, she was awarded a […]
Our Candler Concert Jazz offering for 2014-15 is Irvin Mayfield and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra. They will perform at the Schwartz Center on Saturday, February 7, 2015 at 8:00 p.m. Founded in 2002, the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra is a vital part of the rich jazz legacy of New Orleans. Led by Grammy and Billboard Music Award-winner Irvin […]
The third and final night of the Emory Jazz Fest 2014 coincided with the Candler Concert Series. The Newport Jazz Festival, founded in 1954, is among the most prestigious jazz festivals in the world. Celebrating their 60th year, George Wein, the longtime producer of the Newport Jazz Festival and Danny Melnick, the associate producer, hired […]
What a weekend of music! The 2014 Emory Jazz Fest was an exciting three-day event providing world-class jazz for thousands of jazz fans at the beautiful Schwartz Center for the Performing Arts. The second night of the 2014 Emory Jazz Fest featured the Gary Motley Trio with Barbara Morrison. Gary Motley, on piano, is the […]
Through a generous gift from Robert Strickland ’87C, the Jazz Studio formerly known as BRB 114 has been renamed the Strickland Jazz Studio. The renaming took place in a special ceremony during the 2014 Annual Emory Jazz Festival in early February attended by Strickland himself and family members. The technology based multi-use facility developed by […]
The new CD by the Emory Jazz Studies program entitled “Professors at Play” is now available. the recording features original compositions by the jazz faculty. All proceeds from the sale of the CD will go directly to the Emory Jazz Studies Program. Available soon in the campus Barnes & Noble Bookstore.
The first night of the Emory Jazz Fest was a rousing success. The Emory Jazz Faculty recently completed a CD of new compositions entitled, “Professors at Play.” In a varied program of trios and large ensembles, the jazz faculty and artist affiliates showcased their musical and compositional prowess in a powerful and engaging performance. The […]
The Tuesday 6:30 Combo provided a two-hour outdoor concert at Dobbs University Center as a partof campus Mardi Gras festivities. the ensemble led by artist affiliate Justin Chesarek got a chance to show off their Dixieland chops while managing to stay warm. The jazz combos and small band will be featured in concert later this […]
