Tag Archives: Charlie Parker Jazz Festival

Charlie Parker Jazz Festival in Harlem Schedule

The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival annually assembles some of the finest musicians in the world who reflect Parker’s musical individuality and genius, to promote appreciation for this highly influential and world-renowned artist. Continue reading

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Celebrate The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival Schedule

Charlie Parker cut his teeth on Harlem jazz, in the 1940′s Parker played in after-hours clubs in Harlem like Clark Monroe’s Uptown House and Minton’s Playhouse, on top of that he played with musicians such as Thelonious Monk, guitarist Charlie Christian, and drummer Kenny Clarke. Continue reading

SummerStage 2012 Full Schedule (Harlem Events)

City Parks Foundation proudly announces the 2012 season of SummerStage presented by AT&T, New York’s largest free performing arts festival, bringing over 110 free performances to eighteen parks throughout the five boroughs. Continue reading

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Harlem Parks Guide (video)

Check out some of the best Parks that Harlem has to offer: Street Games event in Thomas Jefferson Park:

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McCoy Tyner at Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem

The permanent amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem is a void right now. It’s being rebuilt, band shell and seating. Continue reading

New Amphitheater for Harlem Park

Richard Rodgers Foundation will donate $1 million toward the construction of a new amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced Thursday. In 1970 the foundation contributed toward the building of the original band shell, which needs to be replaced. Continue reading