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It Was All Happening in Harlem: An "Informance" with Emery Smith at Valley Jazz Network at Northampton Community Music School
Where
Northampton Community Music School
Valley Jazz Network
139 South Street
Northampton, MA
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When
Mon, December 2, 2013
7:00 pm
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Musicians
Paul Combs
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Emery Smith will share his memories and some musical examples from his years performing in Harlem’s jazz scene during the 40s and 50s. A legendary jazz pianist, Smith has performed with many jazz greats like Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Carmen McRae, Coleman Hawkins, Bud Powell, Tadd Dameron, Thelonious Monk and Max Roach.
He will be interviewed by Paul Combs, author of a recent book on composer, performer and band leader Tadd Dameron.
