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August 11, 2011

The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary With International Jazz Piano Competition and Gala Concert

The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary With International Jazz Piano Competition and Gala Concert


 
Featuring Aretha Franklin, Herbie Hancock and Many More


The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Will Present a Series of Events Promoting Jazz Education, Made Possible by Cadillac

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz,
the world’s premier non-profit jazz education organization, will
celebrate its 25th Anniversary in grand style with its illustrious
International Jazz Piano Competition and historic Gala Concert on
September 11th
and 12th.  In partnership with major sponsor Cadillac, the 25th
Anniversary Celebration will include a series of events and performances
aimed to honor the rich history of the Institute and the profound
impact of jazz education. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Hidden Beach To Release “The Original Jill Scott – From The Vault Vol. 1” on Aug. 30th, 2011

Hidden Beach presents: The Original Jill Scott from the vault vol. 1 – Release date August 30, 2011

Things may seem darkest just before dawn, but light and hope always break anew. A reminder of the abundance of good in the world – and our ability to channel it and make it grow — is as welcome as an ocean breeze. World-renowned label Hidden Beach Entertainment continue in their tradition of quality music with the unveiling of a musical sanctuary, a trove of aural treasure designed to refresh our souls and remind us of the positivity available through artistry. Prepare yourself for an unparalleled artistic gift: the CD Hidden Beach presents: The Original Jill Scott From The Vault Vol. 1, a jaw-dropping collection of mostly unreleased music performed by the inimitable Grammy® Award winning Philly singer, songwriter, poet, and actress – Jill Scott. This spectacular collection – due August 30, 2011 — offers new tracks, alternate versions, bonus material, and unknown classics that will impress new fans of Scott’s screen work and thoroughly thrill those who have followed Scott’s career since her stunning 2000 Hidden Beach debut, Who Is Jill Scott? Words + Sounds, Vol. 1. The music contained within the new collection represents the essence of Jill Scott’s artistic gifts, and is a conduit to healing on both the personal and community levels.



“We’ve always maintained that Jill was one of the most talented artists of her generation. Our agreement with Jill to open up the vault and share the treasures inside with her fans is a huge win for music lovers everywhere,” states Hidden Beach CEO Steve McKeever. “Our special project, along with her recently released studio album, effectively end a long Jill Scott drought with a monsoon of artistry at its best.” To continue, please click “MORE”!