"What is This Thing Called JAZZ?" Panel Discussion
Produced by the Education Committee of the Jazz Institute of Chicago, “What Is This Thing Called JAZZ?” has become an annual event leading into the Chicago Jazz Festival. Although described as a musician’s “Play & Tell” in the past, this year’s program, livestreamed on the JIC's Facebook page on September 3rd at 12pm for Millennium Park at Home: Jazz Music, will focus on the “tell”—i.e., a conversation among some of Chicago’s busiest musicians representing both the young and established voices in the industry.
The 2020 topic is “What Now?” Moderated by educator and Grammy winning drummer, Paul Wertico, the panel includes educator, saxophonist & composer, Sharel Cassity; trumpeter and multi-instrumentalist, Victor Garcia; pianist & composer, Alexis Lombré; and bassist and composer, Junius Paul. Time permitting, questions will also be taken from the audience.
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JIC 2020 Virtual Gala
In these current times of healing and revelation we remember the role that music has played in our collective histories to harmonize us all through trials and tribulations to celebrations and good times. We look to the future by celebrating JIC programs and alumni at our Virtual Gala on September 17th at 7pm!
Co-Chaired by vocalist Dee Alexander and composer, educator and pianist Miguel de la Cerna; this virtual event is free to the public and will be streamed at www.jazzinchicago.org and on the Jazz Institute of Chicago’s social media platforms.
Donations include exclusive access and VIP Gift Boxes
VIP Tickets: $100
Sponsorships Available
Performances by Jazz Links Alumni:
Marquis Hill, trumpet
Joel Ross, vibraphone
Featuring the poetry of author, artist, activist Leslé Honoré
With music by The Jazz Links Student Council
2020 Jazz Excellence Award Recipients
Walter Dyett Lifetime Achievement in Education Awards:
Dr. Burgess Gardner and Dr. Curtis Prince
Dr. Timuel Black Community Service Award:
“The Twins” – Linda Hall and Brenda Phillips
Irma Pickens Outstanding Jazz Advocate Award:
Dan Bindert, Director WDCB Radio
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Free August JazzGram
As part of our mission to support our community during these difficult times, we are offering this month's members-only newsletter, the JazzGram, for free!
We hope that you enjoy this resourceful monthly publication that includes relevant news, links to videos and sites that you can check out, JIC program updates, and more jazz tidbits and insights.
If you haven't yet, please consider becoming a member of the Jazz Institute of Chicago as it entitles you to receive the JazzGram on a monthly basis and helps support musicians, programs, and our youth.
Please stay safe, healthy and keep the music playing!
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Keep The Music Playing
Now that we're cautiously venturing out into the city, let's stay connected with playlists curated by Chicago musicians, jazz writers, and our staff.
No matter the phase...at home, in your earbuds, or in the car; the JIC Spotify channel is the soundtrack for #summerinchicago and #jazzinplace.
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Summer IN Chicago: The Remix
We are remixing, revising, and reprising to get ready for a summer full of #jazzinplace.
Our commitment to keep the music playing lives! Watch our social media, check your emails, and view our website for on-going JIC programming updates - some classic, some new, some refreshed! But all without missing a beat!
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Virtual Events Calendar
Looking to keep the music playing with a virtual event? Our friends at WDCB have just the calendar for you. Click here to see virtual events.
Are you having a virtual event? Click here to submit a virtual event to the WDCB calendar.
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About the Jazz Institute of Chicago
Founded in 1969, the Jazz Institute of Chicago promotes and nurtures jazz in Chicago by providing jazz education, developing and supporting musicians, building audiences and fostering a thriving jazz scene. For more information on our programs, visit jazzinchicago.org. You can support jazz in Chicago by giving today!
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Give While You Shop!
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