SEPTEMBER
New JAZZ Forum Series
The Felix E. Grant Jazz Archives at the University of the District of Columbia announces a new research and outreach initiative with the JAZZ Forum series. These regular events will feature lively presentations on diverse aspects of jazz from authors, musicians, educators, and a wide range of scholars. Presentations will be held in UDC’s new state-of-the-art Recital Hall and will be digitally recorded for later access on the Jazz Archives’website.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
7:00 p.m.
JAZZ Forum
Yasuhiro Fujioka and Andrew White: Trane Times Two
The birthday anniversary of John Coltrane will be celebrated with this rare meeting of two individuals who have devoted their lives to the study of his life and music. Researcher Yasuhiro Fujioka’s collection of Coltrane materials and photographs is unparalleled. He has been an essential contributor to two standard publications, including The John Coltrane Reference, a massive 848-page volume detailing all of Coltrane’s known activities and recordings. Saxophonist, composer, publisher, and scholar Andrew White is known as “The Keeper of the Trane”. Among many diverse accomplishments, his creation of the largest body of Coltrane solo transcriptions in the world has allowed performers and scholars to play and analyze this music. Mr. White is the author of numerous books including Trane ’n Me and his autobiography Everybody Loves The Sugar. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
7:30 p.m.
Allyn Johnson and Divine Order 
Concert and CD Release
Divine Order is an ensemble of exceptionally gifted and talented instrumentalists and vocalists from the Washington metropolitan area. Led by Allyn Johnson, the group fuses the sounds of gospel, blues, jazz and classical music. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West)
OCTOBER
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
12th Annual MARAC/DC Archives Fair
Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference (MARAC) 12th Annual DC Metropolitan Area Archives Fair. The University of the District of Columbia Felix E. Grant Jazz Archives joins the Smithsonian Institution, National Archives and Records Administration, Library of Congress, Washingtoniana Division of the DC Public Library, George Washington University, Howard University and other area organizations and repositories in showcasing archival collections and public research services. Archives I – National Archives, 700 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
7:00 p.m.
JAZZ Forum -video link
Will Friedwald: My Father And I – Two Lives In Jazz
One of the most exciting recent developments at the Felix E. Grant Jazz Archives has been the donation of more than 10,000 jazz LPs by Will Friedwald, author of seven books on music and popular culture, including Jazz Singing and Sinatra: The Song Is You, 1996 winner of the ASCAP Deems Taylor award. Mr. Friedwald will speak about the collection, highlighting some noteworthy items and will illuminate the life and career of his father, jazz record producer Herb Friedwald, as well as his own work as a writer.
Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West)
Monday, October 26, 2009
8:00 p.m.
Ticket Donation - $15
JAZZAlive – The Legacy Continues
A Showcase of the UDC Jazz Studies Program
Join us for an evening of great jazz as the legacy continues with the fifth annual showcase of the outstanding musicians and ensembles from the UDC Jazz Studies Program under the direction of Allyn Johnson. The evening will feature performances by the University’s powerhouse big band, the UDC Jazz Ensemble, and the exciting Calvin Jones Legacy Ensemble. For our five-year anniversary JAZZAlive will honor living legend, Roger “Buck” Hill for his outstanding contributions to jazz and to the musical life of Washington, DC. Produced by UDC’s Jazz Studies Program and the Felix E. Grant Jazz Archives, the event will kick off UDC Homecoming 2009. Complimentary tickets for UDC students. Scholarship Benefit Series. University Auditorium (Bldg. 46-East).
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in advance at the UDC Music Program, Building 46-West or online at InstantSeats.com.
NOVEMBER
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
12:30 p.m.
UDC Small Jazz Ensembles
Jazz ensembles under the direction of Allyn Johnson perform original
arrangements of jazz standards, as well as new jazz compositions. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
7:00 p.m.
JAZZ Forum
Noal Cohen and Michael Fitzgerald: Gigi Gryce – Beyond The Rat Race
New UDC electronic services librarian Michael Fitzgerald will be joined by co-author Noal Cohen to discuss Rat Race Blues, their award-winning biography of saxophonist and composer Gigi Gryce. In addition to surveying the life and career of this exceptional musician, publisher, and educator, the presentation will include rare film footage and will conclude with an examination of how the book’s publication has been an unlikely and inspiring influence on aspects of U.S. foreign relations in the Middle East.
Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West)
Friday, November 20, 2009
12:30 p.m.
Junior Recital – Samuel Prather, Pianist & Percussionist
Pianist, percussionist and Jazz Studies major, Samuel Prather, presents his Junior Recital. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
12:30 p.m.
Tom Teasley World percussionist,
Tom Teasley combines drums, rhythms and music from every time and place, creating new experiences for listeners and students. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
DECEMBER
Thursday, December 10, 2009
7:30 p.m.
Annual Holiday Concert
The University of the District of Columbia presents its annual holiday gift to the Washington, D.C. community. The UDC Chorale directed by William Jones, starts the evening with a program of choral music followed by the gospel sound of The Voices, directed by Gerry Gillespie. The UDC Jazz Ensemble directed by Allyn Johnson closes the program with big band jazz sure to spread the holiday spirit. University Auditorium (Bldg. 46-East).
FEBRUARY
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
7:00 p.m.
JAZZ Forum –A Celebration of Bill Gottlieb
Creator of some of the most iconic images in all of jazz, William P. Gottlieb (1917-2006) contributed to the music in other ways too. His "Swing Sessions" column ran in The Washington Post in the 1930s and 1940s, providing a first-hand, often behind-the-scenes look at the city's jazz activities that was enhanced by his own photographs. At the same time he was the host of the first jazz radio show in Washington, DC. Gottlieb's work for Down Beat magazine in the 1940s established his national reputation and he wrote for The Record Changer and other publications as well. Join us as Larry Appelbaum presents highlights from the extensive photograph collection Gottlieb donated to the Library of Congress to mark its entry into the public domain. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
12:30 p.m.
UDC Small Jazz Ensembles
Jazz ensembles under the direction of Allyn Johnson celebrate Black History Month.
Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
MARCH
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
7:00 p.m.
JAZZ Forum –To be announced
The Felix E. Grant Jazz Archives at the University of the District of Columbia will present another research and outreach program. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
7:30 p.m.
Allyn Johnson and Divine Order Ensemble
Divine Order is an ensemble of exceptionally gifted and talented instrumentalists and vocalists from the Washington metropolitan area. Led by Allyn Johnson, the group fuses the sounds of gospel, blues, jazz and classical music. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
APRIL- Jazz Appreciation Month
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
12:30 p.m.
Allyn Johnson, piano
Premier pianist and composer, Allyn R. Johnson will perform his original arrangements as well as new compositions in a solo and trio setting. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
12:30 p.m.
UDC Small Jazz Ensembles, Allyn Johnson, Director
Jazz ensembles under the direction of Allyn Johnson present the final small jazz ensemble concert of the year. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
7:00 p.m.
JAZZ Forum –To be announced
The Felix E. Grant Jazz Archives at the University of the District of Columbia will present another research and outreach program. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Monday April 19, 2010
7:30 p.m.
Senior Recital - Peter Muldoon, guitar
Guitarist and Jazz Studies major, Peter Muldoon presents his Senior Recital. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
7:30 p.m.
Senior Recital - Samuel Prather, pianist & percussionist
Pianist, percussionist and Jazz Studies major, Samuel Prather presents his Senior Recital. Recital Hall (Bldg. 46-West).
Monday, April 26, 2010
8:00 p.m.
Donation- $20
Calvin Jones BIG BAND Jazz Festival
Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month at the Calvin Jones BIG BAND Jazz Festival. The Big Band sound returns to UDC for a 24th anniversary as the powerhouse jazz ensembles from the University of the District of Columbia (directed by Allyn Johnson), Howard University (directed by Fred Irby III) and the University of Maryland (directed by Chris Vadala) showcase the finest jazz talent. Produced by UDC’s Jazz Studies Program and the Felix E. Grant Jazz Archives, the festival began in 1987 as part of a citywide tribute to Duke Ellington, and it remains one of the most anticipated events on Washington, DC’s jazz calendar. Scholarship Benefit Series. University Auditorium (Bldg. 46-East).
Tickets are $20, $15 (senior) and $10 (student) and can be purchased in advance at the UDC Music Program, Building 46-West or online at InstantSeats.com.
Please note that all events, dates and times listed are subject to change. Additional events may be scheduled throughout the year. All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.
Events Info/Tel: 202.274.5803.
Email: JazzAlive@udc.edu
Recital Hall, Building 46 West
University Auditorium, Building 46 East
UDC Van Ness Campus
4200 Connecticut Avenue, NW
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