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The Ellis Marsalis Center For Music Opens In New Orleans

Ellis Marsalis Center For Music Opens in New Orleans Musicians’ Village


As the sixth anniversary of
Hurricane Katrina approaches, the unveiling of the Music Center restores
hope in the Musicians’ Village, Upper Ninth Ward and the wider New
Orleans community 


NEW ORLEANS, Aug. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Nearly six years ago, shortly after Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on the New Orleans Community, Saxophonist Branford Marsalis and singer/pianist/actor Harry Connick Jr.
decided to build a haven to protect and preserve their beloved city’s
rich musical culture. Located at 1901 Bartholomew Street in the heart of
the Musicians’ Village in the Upper Ninth Ward, and named for one of
the city’s most influential pianists, educators and living legends, the
Ellis Marsalis Center For Music is a state of the art facility to
support ongoing development of New Orleans music and culture. On August 25, 2011,
the dream came to life as the Center’s performance hall hosted local
residents, fellow musicians, supporters, friends and family for its
grand opening. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Janet Jackson to be Featured in Blackgama’s “What Becomes a Legend Most?” Campaign


Janet Jackson is Announced as First
Legend to be Featured for the Second Consecutive Year in Blackglama’s
Renowned “What Becomes a Legend Most?” Campaign


 

NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Blackglama is pleased to announce that Janet Jackson
will be the first legend to be featured for the second year
consecutively in the brand’s iconic “What Becomes a Legend Most?”
advertising campaign.

“It
became clear in our discussions of who the Legend should be this year,
that continuing the momentum with Janet made complete sense,” says Joe Morelli, CEO of Blackglama. “She embodies glamour, luxury and sophistication, everything that Blackglama stands for.” To continue, please click “MORE”!

Gospel Balladeer Robert E. Person Tapped For Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dedication Week In Washington, D.C.

Gospel Balladeer Robert E. Person Tapped For Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dedication Week In Washington, D.C.


 
Artist Preps For Other Performances, CD Release

 
(Washington, D.C.) – August, 2011 – Robert E. Person has been moving non-stop since his CD release last month.  The gospel crooner, known for his song, “God Has A Plan”, has been supporting his latest CD, Soul Sanctuary.  The artist has been visiting radio stations in North and South Carolina and conducting interviews nationwide.  Radio stations have been embracing the ministry of the gifted singer and his music is being heard all over the country. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Gospel Vocalist Martha Minuzzi Receives Six Stellar Award Nominations in 1st Round

“Make It Loud!” Singer And Praise & Worship Leader Martha Munizzi Receives Six Nominations In Stellar Awards First Round Ballot


(Orlando, FL) – August 16, 2011 – For worship leader Martha Munizzi, blessings come in sixes. Recently, she’s been savoring the success of her sixth album, “Make It Loud!”. The project, filled with powerful worship songs and moving ballads is a declarative statement for Christians to make their voices loud for the Lord. The latest release peaked on the Billboard Top Gospel Albums Chart at #6 spurred on by the exciting lead single, “Excellent”. To continue, please click “MORE”!

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”!

R&B Superstars to Light Up the Stage at UNCF An Evening of Stars® on Aug. 14th, 2011

Superstars Patti LaBelle, Jill Scott,
Ledisi, Marsha Ambrosius, Estelle, Miguel and Musiq Soulchild to Light
Up the Stage At UNCF An Evening of Stars® Presented By Target


 

Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday, August 3rd For The All-Star Event At The Pasadena Civic Center On August 14th 

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 2, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — The 33rd UNCF An Evening of Stars® gears up for a highly anticipated evening of entertainment and education advocacy on Sunday, August 14th at 6:00 PM PT with a premiere on BET on Sunday, September 25th at 10 PM ET/PT and 9:00 PM CT. The incredible Patti LaBelle and Grammy-award winner Jill Scott, who recently released her fifth studio album “Light of the Sun, will join Grammy-nominated, singer-songwriter-producer Ledisi
in gracing the stage at the Pasadena Civic Center for an inspiring
evening of music and uplifting education success stories. BET “Music
Matters” global sensation Marsha Ambrosius, R&B starlet Estelle, Grammy-nominated R&B/soul-singer Musiq Soulchild and R&B artist and producer Miguel will also join the evening to help raise awareness for education and celebrate today’s hottest musical stars. To continue, please click “MORE”!

“The Force M.D.’s Relived,” a Feature Film Documentary to Premiere on August 13th, 2011

“The Force M.D.’s Relived,” a Feature Film Documentary to Premiere







On August 13, 2011 the legendary Force M.D.’s will premiere their raw and emotional documentary called, “The Force M.D.’s Relived” at the Tribeca Cinema, in New York City.

(Free-Press-Release.com) July 29, 2011 — New York, NY (July 28, 2011) — “The Force M.D.’s Relived” is an entertaining, and illuminating film which presents an enlightening account of the early years of the young MC crew from Staten Island, NY, who transitioned to become the innovators of Doo Wop, Hip Hop Soul. The film exposes viewers to how the group experimented with classic Rhythm and Blues to create their own distinctive blend that set the sound for today’s rap and R&B. The revealing documentary also takes viewers on an emotional journey that chronicles a group impacted by drug and alcohol abuse and the tragic death of three of its original members. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Hit TV Show American Idol to be Inducted Into Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame

American Idol to be Inducted Into Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame
 


21st Annual Gala Set for October 26 at the Waldorf Astoria in New York 

NEW YORK, July 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — American Idol, the groundbreaking, Emmy Award-winning and top-rated FOX primetime series created by Simon Fuller and from producers FremantleMedia North America and 19 Entertainment (a division of CKX), will be inducted into Broadcasting & Cable‘s Hall of Fame. The 21st annual awards dinner, honoring the broadcast industry’s best, is set for Wednesday, October 26, at the famed Waldorf Astoria in New York City. To continue, please click “MORE”!

Music Icon Herbie Hancock To Be Named UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador

World Renowned Jazz Legend And Music Icon Herbie Hancock To Be Named UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador

Paris, 07 July – UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova will designate American jazz musician Herbie Hancock as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador in a ceremony at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on July 22nd.  Recognizing Herbie Hancock’s “dedication to the promotion of peace through dialogue, culture and the arts,” the Director-General has asked the celebrated jazz musician “to contribute to UNESCO’s efforts to promote mutual understanding among cultures, with a particular emphasis on fostering the emergence of new and creative ideas amongst youth, to find solutions to global problems, as well as on ensuring equal access to the diversity of artistic expressions.” To continue, please click “MORE”!

Terence Blanchard to Compose Original Music for “A Streetcar Named Desire”

GRAMMY-WINNING COMPOSER/TRUMPET PLAYER TERENCE BLANCHARD TO COMPOSE ORIGINAL MUSIC FOR FRONT ROW PRODUCTION’S



A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE, WRITTEN BY TENNESSEE WILLIAMS DIRECTED BY EMILY MANN, STARRING BLAIR UNDERWOOD


BROADWAY, SPRING 2012


New York: Front Row Productions (Stephen Byrd, Alia Jones) is proud to announce that the world-renowned film composer and trumpet player Terence Blanchard will compose the original musical soundscape for the upcoming Broadway revival of Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire, directed by Emily Mann, starring Blair Underwood. Spring of 2012. Theatre TBA. For more information please visit www.streetcaronbroadway.com. To continue, please click “MORE”!