Black Art Jazz Collective
Celebrate Black Excellence
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1h 5m
The Black Art Jazz Collective is back, bringing their original music to the Dizzy's stage for a riveting performance originally captured in 2022. They are dedicated to celebrating African American culture and political icons, as well as preserving the historical significance of African Americans in jazz.
PERSONNEL
James Burton III, trombone
Jeremy Pelt, trumpet
Wayne Escroffery, sax
Victor Gould, piano
Rashaan Carter, bass
Mark Whitfield Jr., drums
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