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Iconic jazz singer Al Jarreau reminisces on the magic of making great music through the years in preparation for his upcoming performance with the George Duke Trio on his current tour.
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WASHINGTON, DC — Six surviving members of the International Sweethearts of Rhythm, America’s first all-female integrated jazz band — were honored by the Smithsonian Institution in ceremonies and events this week.
In this exclusive video for NewsOne, Radio One founder Cathy Hughes (who is the daughter of original Sweethearts band member Helen Jones Woods) discusses the legacy of these “freedom riders and freedom fighters,” and even reveals that Beyoncé found inspiration in their example:
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The great jazz pianist who penned “Lullaby of Birdland” has died on the world’s leading day of love at age 91.
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Details on the life and career of one of jazz music’s most beloved vocalists and performers – Abbey Lincoln.
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Gospel’s jazzy diva Kim Burrell takes a moment to discuss the church and reveals her vision for brand new music. Interview and gallery inside now!
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The Cincinnati Opera and the Allen Temple A.M.E. Church together present the fifth annual “Opera Goes to Church,” a spectacular evening of breath-taking live performances. Find out more inside now.
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Check out the featured photo gallery from this weekend’s Celebration of Black Music with special guests BeBe & CeCe Winans.
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It has truly been an eventful weekend as the sound of beautiful music could be heard all across the city. Which events did you attend? Check out our event recap, photo galleries from the Celebration of Black Music and more inside now.
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June is Black Music Month and we’re celebrating with special performances from BeBe & CeCe Winans plus other guests from the worlds of jazz, R&B and soul. Find out how you can experience this rare “Celebration of Black Music.”
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Enjoy gospel, jazz and fine dining with the saints, family and friends at Higher Ground Ministries Family Center on May 14. Full details inside.
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