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2007-2008

- CNY JAZZ ORCHESTRA RELEASES DEBUT RECORDING — “THEN, NOW & AGAIN” (TWO-DISC SET)
     1 May 2008
    The Central New York Jazz Arts Foundation announces the debut recording release of
    its flagship program, the CNY Jazz Orchestra. Titled “Then, Now & Again,” the CD/DVD two-disc set chronicles the
    band’s artistic journey since its inception 12 years ago.
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- ROLLING STONES TROMBONIST CLOSES SEASON (Doubles as CD release party, honors jazz educator of the year)
    1 May 2008
     On Saturday, May 3, at 8 p.m., the CNY Jazz Arts Foundation will officially close their 12th winter season with a
    concert by the CNY Jazz Orchestra with special guest artist Michael Davis, trombonist with the Rolling Stones and
    internationally acclaimed musician, composer and educator. The event will take place in the Imperial Ballroom of the
    Hotel Syracuse. This CNYJO Concert Series event will be preceded by an educational clinic with Mr. Davis in the
    Imperial Ballroom, to be held at 3 p.m. that day. The clinic is free and open to the public. Easy parking will be available
    in the newly opened hotel-parking garage.
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- LIVING LEGEND OF JAZZ APPEARS IN SYRACUSE
     22 March 2008
    On Friday, March 28, at 8 p.m., Syracuse will enjoy a visit by bassist, composer and educator Rufus Reid in concert
    with the CNY Jazz Orchestra. The event will take place in the OnCenter Carrier Theater, 420 Mongomery St., Syracuse,
    NY. Tickets are on sale now at the OnCenter Box Office for $19.50, $23.50 and $26.50, with a $5 donor/student
    discount (315-435-2121). This CNYJO Concert Series event will be preceded by an educational clinic with Mr. Reid in
    the Carrier Theater, to be held at 3 p.m. that day. The clinic is free and open to the public.
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- JAZZ CABARET TO CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
     1 February 2008
    The Central New York Jazz Arts Foundation and Syracuse University will again partner to celebrate Black History Month
    with an annual jazz cabaret concert. Back by popular demand is Barbara Morrison, Los Angeles jazz vocalist and
    cabaret entertainer, veteran of the international jazz festival and club scene and former main stage star at
    Syracuse’s “Jazz in the Square” festival. The event will be held in the “Underground” Lounge in the Schine Student
    Center on Sunday, February 17 ^thfrom 4-7PM. Tickets are now available in advance at the Schine Center Box Office.
    Admission is $3 with college I.D., $5 for the public. Call the Schine Center Box Office for more information at 443-4517.
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- ANTONIO HART TO OPEN CONCERT SEASON IN SYRACUSE
     22 October 2007
    On Saturday, October 27, at 8 p.m., the CNY Jazz Arts Foundation will officially open their 12th winter season with a
    concert by the CNY Jazz Orchestra with special guest Antonio Hart. The event will take place in the Persian Terrace of
    the Hotel Syracuse. This CNYJO Concert Series event will be preceded by an educational clinic with Mr. Hart in the
    Persian Terrace, to be held at 3 p.m. that day. The clinic is free and open to the public.
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- 12TH PERFORMANCE SEASON ANNOUNCED
     1 September 2007
     The 12th concert season of the CNY Jazz Arts Foundation offers more events, discounts and even more distinguished
    guest artists than ever before. The legendary Persian Terrace of the Hotel Syracuse has been added as a concert and
    cabaret venue. One concert continues to support the CRC Youth Jazz Fest, the area’s longest running scholastic jazz
    event. The Pascale Black History Month Cabaret will highlight the great male African-American voices of the 20 ^th
    century. A second cabaret will be held on the S.U. campus featuring Ray Charles’ vocalist Barbara Morrison, who will
    also coach and perform with various campus vocal jazz, a cappella and gospel groups. As community arts partner for
    jazz with Syracuse University , CNYJAF donors and subscribers are offered an exclusive 50% discount to the Paquito
    D’Rivera Pulse Series concert. Ticket prices will remain at previous levels, adding even more value to the season
    package. Each CNY Jazz Orchestra concert will be preceded by an educational clinic and student performances.
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- SOUNDS OF JAZZ TO RING THROUGH CITY NEIGHBORHOODS
   13 July 2007
    This year’s three-day Jazz in the Square festival is only the prelude to an entire month of the greatest international jazz,
    blues, R&B and funk to be had anywhere, as POMCO Presents Jazz in the City 2007 covers each quadrant of Syracuse
    with Thursday evening concerts in selected locations throughout the city. In existence since 2001, this inner city
    outreach series features the finest in local talent, local students, and great guest artists.
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24 November 2008

JAZZ CONCERT SERIES OPENS ( Special Guest Artist Veteran of Count Basie Band)

On Saturday, October 25 at 8 p.m., the CNY Jazz Arts Foundation will officially open their 13th season with a concert by the CNY Jazz Orchestra with special guest artist Dennis Mackrel, famed drummer with the Count Bassie Orchestra and McCoy Tyner Big Band, an internationally acclaimed musician, composer and education.

20 November 2008

JAZZ VESPERS SERIES OPENS

30 October 2008 On Sunday, November 2 at 5 p.m., the CNY Jazz Arts Foundation celebrates the start of its Jazz Vespers Series at Pebble Hill Presbyterian Church, 5299 Jamesville Rd., Dewitt, across from the MPH school. Guest artist Ronnie Leigh and the CNY Jazz Quartet will perform. Hosted by the Rev. Peter Shidemantle, the services are a combination of inspirational and meditative readings, homily, and jazz played by