Jazz 91.9 WCLK Affiliations
A new program for mainstream Jazz enthusiasts premieres on Jazz 91.9, Sundays at 3:00 p.m.. Jazz In the New Millennium features the artists who are keeping the music alive and well in the 21st Century, from living legends Wayne Shorter and Charles Lloyd, prime-time players Branford Marsalis and Jason Moran and rising stars Robert Glasper and Esperanza Spalding. Each one-hour program focuses on an individual artist, presenting their music in a historical context that is both musically enriching and educational. Host Rick Mitchell is a longtime music journalist and radio programmer living in Houston, Texas. Click here for more!
Come out and swing! Join Jazz 91.9 WCLK for a day of golf and Jazz on Monday, August 31, 2015, 9:00 a.m. at Stone Mountain Golf Club, Lakemont Course. The tournament will include a full day of activities that will begin with a live remote broadcast of Morning Jazz with Morris Baxter followed by breakfast; driving range and putting practice; and, a shot gun start. The entry fee will include green fees, cart, range balls, lunch and signature Jazz 91.9 paraphernalia. There will be a beginner’s golf clinic that will offer registrants the opportunity to learn golf basics ranging from putting to driving etiquette and the rules of golf. Let family, friends and colleagues know that they can sponsor a hole. Hole sponsorship is a great way to display business and product services; display family photos or memorialize a loved one. Last year, nearly 50 golfers and 11 teams took to the green for chances at prizes and prestige. Register for the 2015 Jazz 91.9 WCLK Jazz & Celebrity Golf Event, safely and securely at: WCLK.com.
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WCLK ADVISORY BOARD
Craig Garrett chair
John Hall, co chair Earnest Davis Jea Delsarte
Richard Dent Donald Edwards
Terry Keels Lisa Mosley
Tom Rowland Sheryl Sellaway
Sheila Tenney Harold Watkins
JAZZETTE EDITORIAL BOARD
Wendy Williams, editor in chief Shed Jackson, managing editor, design & layout Rob Maynard, copy writer
WCLK STAFF DIRECTORY
Wendy Williams, general manager Tammy Nobles, assistant station manager
Aaron Cohen, program director
Shed Jackson, communications and marketing director
Larry Jennings, development director
Dahlia Williams, senior staff assistant
Ray Cobb, underwriting and sales Marquis Lofton, production manager
Joi John, membership coordinator
Rob Maynard, traffic coordinator
Kerwin D. Sims, membership producer
Juanita Parks, remote production assistant
WCLK ANNOUNCERS Morris Baxter Morning Jazz Jay Edwards Jazz Tones Rivablue Midday Jazz Rodney Evans Joy in the Morning
Jamal Ahmad SOUL of Jazz Debb Moore Jazz at Sundown
Fonda Smith, news/traffic anchor Sunday Jazz Suite
Contact Joi John
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Relax and enjoy an evening of live Jazz at the Jazz 91.9 WCLK, Wednesday WindDown Centennial Olympic Park concert series on Wednesday, July 15, 5:30 p.m., featuring the P.R. Experience. For more information about Jazz 91.9 WCLK community engagement events, visit: WCLK.com.
Think about why you started listening to Jazz 91.9 WCLK - to enjoy the Jazz, music you love, news, information and to make some new discoveries along the way. Become a sustaining member starting at just $5 a month. Sustaining members play a crucial role in insuring that Jazz 91.9 WCLK is a thriving public radio station!
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Jazz 91.9 WCLK, a 501(c) 3 non profit radio station licensed to Clark Atlanta University, is committed to preserving the legacy of Jazz through dynamic Jazz musical selections, cultural programming and community-focused initiatives. Founded in 1974, Jazz 91.9 WCLK broadcasts a mix of classic and contemporary Jazz, Gospel and Blues music. WCLK is a nonprofit, member supported, National Public Radio (NPR) affiliate and Public Radio International (PRI) station that serves the interest of the citizens in metropolitan Atlanta. For more station information, programming details, and to listen on the Web, please visit: www.wclk.com.
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NBAF presents SOLE Sanctuary featuring Savion Glover Sunday, July 19 at 6:00 PM Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State 80 Forsyth St., NW Atlanta, GA 30303 Dave Koz, Rick Braun & Kenny Lattimore Friday, July 24 at 8:00 PM Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339 Next Level Events presents Love Bazaar Food, Art and Music featuring The Dangerfeel Newbies B Complex - West End 1272 Murphy Ave., SW Atlanta, GA 30310
Chasin’ Dem Blues featuring Anthony David July 11 - August 2, times vary Southwest Arts Center 915 New Hope Rd., SW Atlanta, GA 30331 UPRISING July 17 - August 23, times vary Horizon Theatre Company 1083 Austin Ave., NE Atlanta, GA 30307 NBAF presents Dance Across the Diaspora Symposium Saturday, July 18 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30309
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The Jazzette Readers Music Poll, May Issue selection is The Epic by Kamasi Washington. The Epic is the debut 2015 album from LA's Progressive Jazz saxophonist who's played with Kendrick Lamar ... on Flying Lotus' label Brainfeeder! Extravagant love letter of strident Afro-Latin grooves 'n' spiritual soul fusion, for fans of John Coltrane and Phara. Amazon.
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CD of the month is your choice! The tally of reader responses determine the spotlight. Send your favorite CD titles for preview and voting consideration to: [email protected].
The Epic track list: 1. Change of the Guard 2. Askim 3. Isabelle 4. Final Thought 5. The Next Step 6. The Rhythm Changes 7. Miss Understanding 8. Leroy and Lanisha 9. Re Run 10. Seven Prayers
Click here for a complete track list.
Six foot, seven, lead bass player from Kansas City, Julian Vaughn laid down a strong statement with his self-released debut entitled “The Purpose Project” in 2010, one that garnered the attention of radio and in turn the attention of record companies clamoring to sink their claws into his dynamic young talent. Trippin ‘N’ Rhythm Records one of the genres most active and aggressive labels knew a star when they saw one and jumped at the chance to add Vaughn to its ever growing roster of fresh and inventive young artists. “Breakthrough” marked his label debut and has already made waves across the country with a two
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week debut on the national Billboard chart at #24 and eventually reaching and staying at #1 for three consecutive weeks on the Billboard charts with his first hit single “On Your Feet”. Vaughn grew up in the church where his grandfather pastored until turning over the reins to Vaughn’s father. For more information about Julian Vaughn, visit: www.julianvaughnmusic.com.
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