Day 2 at Jazz at Lincoln Center: Learning, Connecting, and Showcasing Buffalo!
What an incredible second day at Jazz at Lincoln Center! It was inspiring to connect with so many talented artists, managers, and representatives from other communities while sharing how Buffalo is becoming a jazz destination to be noticed.
Highlights included:
– Seeing jazz pianist Luther Allison, who was masterful in our Art of Jazz Series last spring and has a fantastic new album out.
– Talking with rising star jazz trumpeter Anthony Hervey about his plans for a follow-up to his stellar debut album.
– Having a charming chat with Chilean jazz star Claudia Acuńa about her artistic journey and a new album coming out soon.
– Connecting with rising star jazz vocalist from Israel, Sivan Arbel, about her fabulous “Oneness” project
– Conversing with the wonderful rising star Stella Cole about her exciting new work.
– Enjoying a fun conversation with Niagara Falls native and jazz guitarist Thom Rotella.
– Hearing from Syndee Winters about her heartfelt tribute to Lena Horne.
– Hearing about the Louie Armstrong House and the exciting year ahead celebrating Armstrong’s music
– Chatting with vocalist Lacy Miller about her work with Charleston Jazz and how they are growing their community
– Chatting with good friend Derrick Lucas from Rochester’s 90.1
– Talking with Mark Ruffin of Sirius XM, who asked, “What is this JazzBuffalo I keep seeing, and what is going on in Buffalo?”
– Attending a compelling session on the future of jazz festivals that featured Christian McBride and his work with the Newport Jazz Festival
– Serendipitously sitting down next to NEA jazz master Dave Holland at a restaurant in midtown and chatting up jazz in Buffalo and his recollection of Buffalo! He’d love to visit again!
– Get to see the award-winning jazz photographer and video master Nick Carter, a native of Niagara Falls! Fun chat about the Buffalo region and his works in jazz.
– Wrapping up the night by enjoying the amazing Amina Figarova, who appeared in the Art of Jazz Series, at an after-party with young Julliard and Manhattan School of Music talents.
A super second day to share what we’re building in Buffalo. Huge thanks to everyone we met for their time and ideas! And, we definitely want to bring these artists to Buffalo!
Stay tuned for more ahead…!
