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Curatorial Concerns in Jazz

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Time: Feb. 24, 2020, noon - 1 p.m.

Location: Peter Graham Scholary Commons, 114 Bird Library

Gerald Veasley (Philadelphia, PA)
Jazmin Ghent (Bartow, FL)
Tanisha Jackson (Community Folk Art Center)
Theo Cateforis (Art and Music Histories)

Veasley, renowned bassist, founder of the Bass Boot Camp, musical host of the Berks Jazz Fest, and curator of the “Unscripted” Jazz Series -- along with fast-rising saxophonist/vocalist/educator Ghent – a Veasley protégé and 2019 NAACP award winner -- reflect on their paths to success in the music industry. All are welcome to this hour of music and dialogue hosted by CNY Jazz Central, facilitated by panelists Jackson and Cateforis.

Music students and spectators are also invited to register for free a master class opportunity offered in the evening, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Community Folk Art Center (CFAC), 805 E. Genesee Street. Please RSVP by Feb. 21 to Spencer Stultz at 315-442-2230. Include any accessibility requests.

Additional supporters:

  • Community Folk Art Center
  • Department of Art and Music Histories
  • Department of Religion
  • College of Arts & Sciences
  • Newhouse - Goldring Arts Journalism Program

Biographies:

Gerald Veasley, musical polymath, played in West Philly RnB bands in his teens. He entered the international marketplace as bassist for the legendary Joe Zawinul, playing in The Zawinul Syndicate from 1988 to 1995. A successful recording and touring career as leader followed. Among his many musical associations are projects with Odean Pope and Grover Washington, Jr.

The young Jazmin Ghent was voted "2017's Best New Smooth Jazz Artist" and was awarded the prestigious 2019 NAACP Image Award" for Outstanding Jazz Album: The Story of Jaz. Jazmin has three Billboard #1 singles to her credit: "Work Wit It," “Heat” and “Compared to What”. Jazmin has performed at major festivals and venues throughout the country, in Europe, and Australia. In addition to performing, she teaches music in Polk County Florida. Jazmin received a bachelor’s degree (Mus.Ed.) from Florida State University and a Masters degree from Tennessee State University. 


Additional supporters:

  • Art and Music Histories
  • Religion
  • Community Folk Art Center
  • CNY Jazz Central

Larry Luttinger, CNY Jazz Central