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Always Celebrating Trane

Sep 21, 2020

"I'd like to point out to people the divine in a musical language that transcends words. I want to speak to their souls." —— John Coltrane One of the most important artists of the 20th century was a Philadelphian. He was our neighbor. He walked among us. He lived among us. He was not born here, but he Read More....

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Celebrating Coltrane 2017 - Thanks

Sep 29, 2017

"Overall, I think the main thing a musician would like to do is give to the listener the many wonderful things he knows of and senses in the universe…” —— John Coltrane Many thanks to everyone who attended, participated, or wanted to join us in celebrating John Coltrane's 91st Read More....

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Whose House? ….Trane's House!

Jul 17, 2013

Free Concert & Fundraising Event For The John Coltrane House Thursday, July 18th, 6:00pm Veteran’s Memorial Park 31st & Girard Avenue Featuring pianist, Alfie Pollitt & his band, with Lee Smith-bass, George Barron-saxes, Alan Nelson-drums. A few days ago, I had a dream. I dreamt that there were dozens of folks Read More....

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