updated Wed April 22, 2009

JUNE CONCERT WITH DAVE BRUBECK

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Young people are always in need but none more than these children in haiti

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SUMMER 2008
Supporting Local Community
J4L sponsored students from Brideport, Connecticut’s Acheivement First Academy to enjoy a fantastic day trip to Newport Jazz Festival, where they met Sonny Rollins and had an exciting music-filled experience.

FALL 2008
The Secretary of State and Jazz
At the Brubeck Festival in Washington, D.C.,
where Dave Brubeck was presented with the Benjamin Franklin Award by the Secretary of State, Condoleezza Rice, recalled that Dave’s music was an important part of her life. Her father loved jazz and often played Brubeck recordings in their home. (Photo - L to R: Catherine Brubeck Yaghsizian, Condoleezza Rice, Dave Brubeck, Iola Brubeck)
 
One Successful "Moment"

June 19, 2009 Benefit Concert with Dave Brubeck at Infinity Hall

The June 19 “Jazz’d 4 Life - One Moment” Benefit Concert with Dave Brubeck was a huge success in all its many aspects. Dave Brubeck, at 88, continues to inspire and transfix audiences lucky enough to hear him perform live. His quartet, made up of Randy Jones on drums, Michael Moore on bass, and Bobby Militello, sax and flute, fluidly supported each other’s talents in swinging renditions of the Duke, The Basie Band is Back in Town, and a poignant offering of Somewhere Over the Rainbow, among other tunes in the hour set. The evening ended with Brubeck’s signature song Take Five. More...

The Concert raised funds for...
About The Dave Brubeck Quartet
Dave Brubeck, designated a "Living Legend" by the Library of Congress, continues at age 88 to be one of the most active and popular musicians in the world today. In a career that has spanned more than six decades, his introduction of odd time signatures into jazz, improvised counterpoint, and distinctive harmonies remain hallmarks of a unique musical style unfazed by fad and fashion.
Infinity Music Hall & Bistro
Built in 1883 in picturesque Norfolk in northwest Connecticut, Infinity Hall is an intimate music, dining and entertainment destination beyond compare. Newly renovated, the historic building features its original proscenium stage and wood, as well as many other notable details.


Dave Brubeck - June 19 2009, Norfolk CT
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Spectacular JAZZ AUCTION!
Just a few of the items we auctioned off on June 19th are:
  • Takamine Acoustic/Electric Guitar donated from Music & Arts Center in East Hartford
  • Tickets for 6 to Performance at Yale School of Music Summer Series
  • Lemmon Basket - includes never before seen Jack Lemmon Movies, 'A Twist of Lemmon' autographed by Chris Lemmon
For a complete list go to the Auction page...click here
Our Mission Statement
Jazz'd 4 Life is a non-profit organization dedicated to building opportunities for young people around the world.
  • Our International focus supports schools, orphanages, medical clinics, camps, food and clean water programs.
  • Our Domestic initiatives support a variety of programs that strengthen our Urban American youth.
We do this through entertainment events that promote productive relationships, connecting the artists, the audience, and, most importantly, the cause.
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