Tag Archives: Miles Davis

The City College of New York’s Aaron Davis Hall Fall/Winter Season

Posted on October 24, 2012 by | 1 Comment

Aaron Davis Hall, Harlem’s Premiere Performing Arts Center has announced the fall line-up with ethnically rich and culturally fulfilling performances. Continue reading →

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HW Pick: John Coltrane, 3 Play, 1965, Live (Video)

Posted on October 23, 2012 by | 1 Comment

These three videos cover the”Classic Quartet” period in John Coltrane’s musical life. Coltrane‘s musical style from 196o-1962 had further developed, he was determined to make each performance “a whole expression of one’s being.” Continue reading →

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HW Pick: Miles Davis, Mornin’ Fast Train From Memphis to Harlem (video)

Posted on September 15, 2012 by | 4 Comments

Miles Davis playing in Miles mode. Not sure of the Memphis to Harlem connection in the song, but we know he played in Harlem’s Mintons, Lenox Lounge and he was married to actress and Harlemite Cicely Tyson in the early 1980′s. Continue reading →

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Harlem’s Cicely Tyson And Miles Davis in NYC

Posted on September 1, 2012 by | 3 Comments

Cicely Tyson was born (December 19, 1933) and raised in Harlem, New York by William Tyson and Theodosia Tyson. The photo above is from stunning couple in August 1968 attending the premiere of ‘The Heart Is A Lonely Hunter’ in New York City. Continue reading →

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The New York Public Library Celebrates Pride Month and the Arts

Posted on June 17, 2012 by | 1 Comment
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The concept of a library is undergoing a national transformation from silent reading zones to engaging educational cultural hubs. Continue reading →

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Interview with Quincy Troupe in the Harlem Arts Salon

Posted on March 25, 2012 by | 1 Comment

Allison Hedge Coke’s interview with Quincy Troupe at the Harlem Arts Salon, on occasion of his new book “Errançities“. Continue reading →

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Did Hip-Hop and Economics Ruin the Careers of Innovative Women Like Funk Legend, Betty Davis?

Posted on March 22, 2012 by | 2 Comments

Harlem Arts Alliance Presents:  On the “A” with Souleo

There are few things more powerful than strong, fierce and bold women of color that challenge the status quo. Continue reading →

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Walter’s World: Dance, Dance, Dance and more!

Posted on March 17, 2012 by | 1 Comment

By Walter Rutledge

This weekend dance dominates the arts scene. Two dance titans are presenting their 2012 seasons downtown in the most prestigious performance venues in the city, while a new and innovative dance company will present works uptown in Harlem. Continue reading →

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Lenox Lounge, looking for Investor In Harlem History

Posted on March 8, 2012 by | Leave a comment

All Al Reed wants is for one of Harlem’s most recognized jazz clubs to continue its legacy – even if it’s owned by a pal of actor Robert De Niro. Continue reading →

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HW Pick: Dizzy Gillespie (video)

Posted on October 23, 2010 by | 1 Comment

 

John Birks “Dizzy” Gillespie (pronounced /ɡɨˈlɛspi/; October 21, 1917 – January 6, 1993) was an American jazz trumpet player, bandleader, singer, and composer. Continue reading →

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