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Atlanta Jazz Festival Cancels 2020 Event

6/4/2020

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News Source:  Atlanta Jazz Festival

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The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs announced today that the 43rd annual Atlanta Jazz Festival will not take place this year. The decision to cancel one of the country’s longest-running, free jazz festivals was based on the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the City of Atlanta, and the CDC and Georgia State guidelines limiting gatherings to 10 or less individuals.
​​​“While there will not be a festival this year, we were happy to be able to share 31 days of unique jazz performances by Atlanta artists throughout May, and will work to reschedule the Atlanta Jazz Festival for a future date that will ensure festival goers’ well-being and safety,” said Camille Russell Love, executive director of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs.
The Atlanta Jazz Festival would like to thank the Atlanta Music Project, WJZA and PNC Bank for their support. Check the AJF website at www.atlantafestivals.com for information about the 2021 event.

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GRAMMY NOMINATED GUITARIST: ROD HARRIS JR 
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Jazz In The Alley- Norcross, GA

​​Jazz in the Alley is a free jazz concert series sponsored by the City of Norcross, Georgia. The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds.

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New Orleans Piano Man, Keith Burnstein speaks about receiving songs in his dreams.

6/3/2020

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New Orleans Piano Man, Keith Burnstein,  speaks about receiving songs in his dreams.
​WATCH THE FULL SEGMENT WITH KEITH BURNSTEIN
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT KEITH BURNSTEIN:
Website:
http://www.keithburnstein.com 
​Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/keithburnstein

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Trumpeter K.C. O'Rorke of FLOW TRIBE

​Few bands arouse a crowd into a collective shake like Flow Tribe. The six-member band’s onstage chemistry reflects a seamless combination of soul and movement that hits the audience within the first few notes.

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The Art of Compassion

5/20/2020

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Singer/Songwriter Laura Coyle has learned the importance of compassion. 
WATCH THE FULL SEGMENT WITH LAURA COYLE ON WHEN WE SPEAK TV:
http://whenwespeaktv.com/lauracoyle 
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FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT LAURA COYLE:
Website: http://www.lauracoylejazz.com 
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The 43rd Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival Postpones Memorial Day Weekend Event

​The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs is exploring alternative 2020 dates, and developing a virtual jazz program to celebrate the 31 Days of Jazz

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​Rhonda Ross (daughter of Diana Ross) speaks with When We Speak TV

​We had so much fun speaking with Rhonda Ross and she was so super cool and down to earth!  We feel so blessed for this opportunity and hope that this interview inspires you!!!! 

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Tonight, at 9 PM, Mace Hibbard brings his classic yet trailblazing sounds to the AJF Sessions stage this evening.

5/19/2020

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NEWS SOURCE:  Atlanta Jazz Festival
A Grammy award-winning saxophonist, Mace Hibbard has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting and versatile saxophonists on the scene today. He is an artist whose technical mastery and understanding of jazz create a unique sound. Hibbard has performed throughout the United States and Europe, sharing the stage with icons such as Quincy Jones, Jerry Douglas, Jamie Cullum, and many others.
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For full details about the AJF Sessions series, visit atlantafestivals.com frequently for performance updates and new information.

Did you miss one of our recent AJF Sessions concerts? ​


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Support The Royal Krunk Jazz Orkestra’s New Recording

​The Royal Krunk Jazz Orkestra is wholly original from concept to execution. Our music is the living embodiment of “Ancient Future” We strive to educate, illuminate, and entertain at the highest possible levels.

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GRAMMY NOMINATED GUITARIST: ROD HARRIS JR 
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Singer/ Songwriter: Julie Dexter
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Julie Dexter is my Beyonce

5/18/2020

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​If you are a true "SPEAKER" that follows When We Speak TV, you will know that Julie Dexter was the first live music concert I attended when I moved to Atlanta in 2008.  Back then, I wasn't really familiar with the Atlanta music scene, nor any of the indie artists in the city but I was invited by my business partner, Chet, so I went......and to make a long story short, I have been a Julie Dexter fan ever since.  
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​I always make the reference that Julie Dexter is my Beyonce.  What I mean by that is, although I would love to meet Beyonce, I get just as anxious when I see Julie Dexter, as I would if I saw Beyonce!  I really admire Julie because not only is she a great vocalist but she is also a supporter of When We Speak TV!  You may remember that a few years back, I sat down and spoke with her at the release of her album, New Again.  
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​Since then, she and I have definitely seen one another on several occasions at musical events like the Atlanta Jazz Festival....and of course this year, she performed at the Jazz In The Alley Concert Series, which When We Speak TV is an official partner!
I think it goes without saying that Julie Dexter is one of our favorite people, that's why I am so excited to have the opportunity to speak with Julie Dexter for a segment of  What Do YOU Speak? 
Definitely take a moment to watch it ...BELOW IS A SNIPPET FROM THE INTERVIEW ......and find who told Julie that, "The Best Thing A Woman Can Be Is A Singer" , which changed her life.  I hope you enjoy it!  

WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH JULIE DEXTER


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Atlanta Jazz Festival- Atlanta, GA

​he Atlanta Jazz Festival (hosted by the City of Atlanta) is celebrated the entire month of May at several venues in Atlanta. 

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​Jazz in the Alley is a free jazz concert series sponsored by the City of Norcross, Georgia. The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds.

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Atlanta Jazz Festival Session on Facebook featuring "To What Extent" with Gary Motley and Billy Thornton-  May 4, 2020 at 9PM

5/4/2020

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NEWS SOURCE:  Atlanta Jazz Festival
​Tonight, at 9 PM on the Atlanta Jazz Festival’s Facebook page, will premiere a new session featuring the tranquil notes of “To What Extent” with pianist Gary Motley and bassist Billy Thornton.
 
A Professor of Performance and Director of Jazz Studies at Emory University, Gary Motley is best known for his captivating performances and classic yet modern sound. He has received awards from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, and the American Composers Forum. Motley has also performed with the likes of Dave Brubeck, Kenny Barron, Regina Carter, and others.
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​ Join the Atlanta Jazz Festival tonight at 9 PM on the Atlanta Jazz Festival’s Facebook page as they continue celebrating 31 Days of Jazz!
 
To listen to Motley’s music on Spotify, use the link below.


For full details about the AJF Sessions series, visit atlantafestivals.com frequently for performance updates and other events.
Did you miss a recent AJF Sessions concert?
​Watch them below:

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GRAMMY NOMINATED GUITARIST: ROD HARRIS JR 

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The 43rd Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival Postpones Memorial Day Weekend Event

5/2/2020

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NEWS SOURCE:  Atlanta Jazz Festival
​The 43rd Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival Postpones Memorial Day Weekend Event
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​The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs is exploring alternative 2020 dates, and developing a virtual jazz program to celebrate the 31 Days of Jazz
Based on an abundance of caution due to the coronavirus pandemic and keeping the public’s safety as a top priority, the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs has decided to postpone the 43rd annual Atlanta Jazz Festival previously scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend, May 23 – 24. Organizers are currently exploring alternative dates to hold the festival in 2020.
​“This was a very challenging decision as the Atlanta Jazz Festival is a time honored and treasured tradition,” said OCA Executive Director Camille Love. “
And while Memorial Day weekend falls beyond the shelter-in-place timeframe, large gatherings are still being discouraged. With 150,000 attendees typically attending our event in Piedmont Park, we thought it best to find other dates later this year,” she added.
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​Other festival programming has also been affected by the postponement, including canceling the May 22 India.Arie concert and the May 23 Late Night Jazz Jam, featuring the Irreversible Entanglements.

On a brighter note, the OCA is creating a new program called “Atlanta Jazz Festival Sessions,” which will not only celebrate the 31 Days of Jazz in May, but also give a specially-curated list of Atlanta jazz artists the opportunity to perform virtually for thousands of viewers via the Atlanta Jazz Festival social media platforms. More details will be provided soon.

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Atlanta Jazz Festival Launches New Free, Virtual Jazz Series on Facebook

5/1/2020

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NEWS SOURCE:  Atlanta Jazz Festival
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While the annual Atlanta Jazz Festival postponed its Memorial Day Weekend event due to COVID-19, the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs (OCA) is excited to announce the launch of Atlanta Jazz Festival Sessions to celebrate 31 Days of Jazz this year.
Traditionally, the Atlanta Jazz Festival has hosted 31 Days of Jazz as live events that take place around metro Atlanta during May leading up to Festival weekend. This year, select Atlanta jazz artists have recorded their sessions that will be available at 9 p.m. each night beginning Friday, May 1 through Friday, May 29.
The OCA has selected a specially curated list of exceptionally talented local singers, musicians and bands to record 30-minute sessions resulting in unique virtual music experiences showcasing a mastery of jazz. The video recordings will be posted at 9 p.m. each night on the Atlanta Jazz Festival’s Facebook page, and then will be available on the official Atlanta Jazz Festival website the next day.
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The Phil Davis Quartet will kick off the Atlanta Jazz Festival Sessions series on Friday, May 1, at 9 p.m., followed by Mike Burton and Joe Gransden with Kenny Banks Sr. on Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, respectively.
​OCA will release the first full week of artists filled with venerable performers on Monday, May 4, including Gritz and Jelly Butter, Kathleen Bertrand, Myrna Clayton and Julie Dexter. Check the AJF website frequently for performance updates, the new festival date, and other events.

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Let The Good Times Roll at the French Quarter Festival

3/23/2020

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It's almost that for the French Quarter Festival in New Orleans.... Have you ever attended?  Last year (2019) was our first time attending and we totally loved it.  
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The French Quarter Festival is the largest showcase of Louisiana music in the world. More than 20 stages throughout the French Quarter celebrate local music and represents various genres from traditional and contemporary jazz to R&B, New Orleans funk, folk, gospel, Latin, Zydeco, Cajun, cabaret, and more. Best of all the French Quarter Festival is free, so make plans to attend the French Quarter Festival.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL GO TO FRENCHQUARTERFEST.ORG

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​SINGER/SONGWRITER: KEITH BURNSTEIN

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The Nicholas Payton Trio LIVE at The Gallery at RAVINE

3/3/2020

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News Source: Atlanta Jazz Festival
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In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, the Atlanta Jazz Festival, Inc. presents the sensational sounds of the Nicholas Payton Trio, featuring GRAMMY Award-winner Nicholas Payton, drummer Kenny Washington, and bassist Peter Washington on Wednesday, April 1, at the Gallery at RAVINE.
A dynamic multi-instrumentalist known for his rich and poetic sounds, Nicholas Payton imbues traditional rhythms with a modern, urban energy.
​Whether collaborating with the rapper Common, touring with artists like Elvin Jones, or paying tribute to Louis Armstrong, Payton strives to pay homage to the past while pushing music forward.

In his latest release, “Relaxin’ With Nick”, recorded live at SMOKE in Harlem in collaboration with Kenny Washington and Peter Washington, the trio curates a set from previously recorded works that intentionally showcase facets of legendary rhythm sections.
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​To learn more about Nicholas Payton and listen to his music, visit his website at www.nicholaspayton.com.

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