We visit with Winard Harper and talk about his time with Betty Carter, Dexter Gordon, Clifford Jordan, Pharoah Sanders, his band the Harper Brothers and many more. Also, his special association with pianist, composer, educator and broadcaster Dr. Billy Taylor
Winard Harper and the Jeli Posse for Kente Arts at the New Hazlett Theater, December 7th.
The lineup - Winard Harper - drums / belafon; Famoudou Konaté - djembe; Maurice Chestnut - tap dancer; Anthony Ware - saxophone; Teddy Chubb - trumpet; Anthony Perez - bass; Charlie Sigler - guitar; Nick Masters - piano
We also hear music from pianist Christian Sands who returns to Pittsburgh for a take on “Christmas Stories” at MCG Jazz on December 7th for two shows.
Plus, music from
Frank Cunimondo, celebrating his 90th birthday week with a concert Friday night at the Government Center on the Northside.
Tony DePaolis - with his quartet Saturday night at Con Alma
Kenny Blake - all around town, especially Tuesdays at Joey’s the Edge in Export and Wednesdays at Asti’s in North Braddock.
Howie Alexander - regularly at the Genuine Pub and all over, too
Etta Cox - leading a vocal jazz Sunday at Con Alma to start off December on the 1st.
Hear it all - The Scene - Thursday at 6pm, Friday and Saturday at noon, Sunday afternoon at 5.
