Welcome to Philadelphia Jazz Project
Dizzy Hours In Philly
Apr 16, 2014
In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, [we call it Philly JAM] PJP in collaboration with its partners will present a series of FREE events each Monday called Dizzy Hours, honoring the legend and contributions of Philadelphia’s Bebop pioneer, Dizzy Gillespie.
Dizzy Hours
Every Monday in April from 5 – 7 p.m.
Gershman Y Chapel
401 S. Broad Street
Phila., Pa 19106
A Dizzy Hour is a FREE Jazz-oriented, Happy Hour where we relax, enjoy good company, enjoy FREE beer, FREE wine and FREE snacks and of course, listen to great music. Named after Dizzy Gillespie these events acknowledge Dizzy's Philadelphia connections and present his music and the music of his protogees, whom include some of Philadelphia's most important Jazz musicians.
Last week, at Dizzy Hour #1, our guest host was Lenora Early, director of the John Coltrane House and although, we had a rainy night, the crowd was enthusiastic and enjoyed themselves. Comedian, Chip Chantry and his zany antics made sure of that.
This week, at Dizzy Hour #2, Michael Ricci, creator/owner of Jazz Near You/All About Jazz joined us as guest host to share info about his work and his life long love for this music. Along with him, we were entertained by female comedian, Ms. Darkchild. She's an hilarious, crazy mess and had the whole place cracking up!!
Dizzy Hours: Every Monday in April from 5 – 7 p.m.
Dizzy Hour #3 - April 21st features:
Thelma Anderson | Coalition of Jazz Advocates
Tony Williams | Mount Airy Cultural Center
They will be joined by comedian James Hesky
* Join us for a free concert immediately following the Dizzy Hour
Tal Shtuhl Trio at the Free Library of Philadelphia at 7:30pm
Free one way Trolley ride will be provided to the first 50 people to show
Dizzy Hour #4 - April 28th features:
Mark Christman | Ars Nova Workshop
He will be joined by comedian David James
* Join us for a free concert immediately following the Dizzy Hour
Band Burrage at the Free Library of Philadelphia at 7:30pm
Free one way Trolley ride will be provided to the first 50 people to show
If you are a Jazz fan or would like to learn more about the Jazz scene in Philadelphia, come out and JAM!
Dizzy Hours: Every Monday in April from 5 – 7 p.m.
Gershman Y Chapel, 401 S. Broad Street
To learn more about where to see/hear Jazz in the Philadelphia area, visit:
Philadelphia Jazz Project is a sponsored program of the Painted Bride Bride Art Center, with funding provided by the Wyncote Foundation.
