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‘A dynamite guy’ – Loved ones reflect on the life of jazz legend Mingo Jones

Guest Contributor - April 13, 2017

Bassist Mingo Jones was a rising star on the famed streets of Indiana Avenue in the mid 1900s, but those who knew him personally...

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‘Jazz on the Avenue’ preserves history, offers fun

Guest Contributor - February 9, 2017

During the 1930s and early 1940s, Indiana Avenue was the social hub of Black Indianapolis. Thriving businesses, theaters and jazz clubs drew in people...

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Opening event August 7: Indianapolis photographer featured in new exhibit at Indiana Landmarks Center

Guest Contributor - July 30, 2015

WHAT: The Naptown Scene: Classic Jazz Photography exhibit will feature the work of Indianapolis-based photographer Mark Sheldon, featuring more than 50 photographs and biographies...

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What happened, Miss Simone?

Guest Contributor - June 22, 2015

Sometimes artistry and insanity are so intertwined you can’t distinguish between them. That was the challenge for singer Nina Simone; dealing with worldwide fame...

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Jazz legend Dee Dee Bridgewater, Theo Croker at Palladium

Guest Contributor - February 20, 2015

Indiana music lovers have the chance to hear legendary singer Dee Dee Williams Friday, Dec. 20 at the Palladium in Carmel, as she pays...

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Goodbye to Cynthia Layne

RALPH ADAMS - January 24, 2015

Well-known Indianapolis vocalist Cynthia Layne lost her battle with cancer Sunday evening Jan. 18. She was 51. Layne was preceded in death by her...

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Owl Musicians make joyful noise for good cause

LESLIE L. FULLER - November 20, 2014

Naptown music lovers can give themselves a Christmas gift - and make the holiday a little brighter for others - by buying a ticket...

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Events at Jazz Kitchen

Guest Contributor - December 2, 2011

The Jazz Kitchen at 5377 N. College Ave. has some special concerts next week.The Frank Smith-Steve Weakley Trio will perform on Dec. 5 beginning...

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Briefs around Town

Guest Contributor - June 9, 2011

Free music, movies in Indy ParksCelebrate Indianapolis' performing arts this summer as Indy Parks produces a full season of outdoor music, movies and more...

Arts & Culture

Governor adds jazz musician Wes Montgomery to Gallery

Guest Contributor - February 10, 2011

Special to the Recorder A portrait of John Leslie “Wes” Montgomery is the newest addition to the Hoosier Heritage Gallery that adorns the south...

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