Day 1 was packed with unforgettable moments and meaningful connections!
Highlights included:
– Reconnecting with the wonderful jazz vocalist Aimeé Allen and meeting the talented jazz vocalist Tania Grubbs.
– Sharing laughs and stories once again with the amazing Nancy Kelly.
– A great chat with Andromeda Turre from Sirius XM about her radio show and her fantastic new album.
– Listening to Gerald Clayton honor his father, John Clayton, as the recipient of the Bruce Lundvall Visionary Award.
– Hearing a powerful speech by Bryan Stevenson on equality and justice.
– Meeting incredible up-and-coming jazz vocalists and instrumentalists who are shaping the future of jazz.
– Promoting Buffalo as a vibrant jazz destination and sharing the mission of JazzBuffalo.
– Learning from other communities and their creative approaches to growing jazz.
– Witnessing an extraordinary concert tribute to the late jazz guitarist Russell Malone, featuring legends like Ron Carter, John Clayton, Diana Krall, Monty Alexander, Benny Green, Dave Stryker, Christian McBride, and more!
And that’s just the beginning—so much more to come! Stay tuned as we continue to celebrate our city, connect with others, and bring new energy to jazz in Buffalo.
