Just who was this blind, six-foot tall composer, musician, instrument inventor who dressed in homemade Viking garb and went under the name of Moondog?
One about Ronnie Scott and his legendary London jazz/rock club, and the other is 'Music, Money, Madness…Jimi Hendrix In Maui' finally making its theatrical debut.
Charles Mingus was one of the most important and influential composers of twentieth-century music. He was a true pioneer, who pushed the boundaries of jazz and classical music to create a unique and powerful sound that is still being explored by musicians today.
Thelonious Monk was a musical prodigy and one of the most inventive pianists of any musical genre, crafting a sound so original not even his most devoted followers could imitate. No wonder he's been dubbed by many as "The Genius of Modern Music."
The two photography exhibits ("Jazz Greats" and "Billie Holiday at Sugar Hill") will feature images of Billie Holliday, Louis Armstrong, Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, and many other jazz legends.
Have you heard of Kip Hanrahan? He may not be a household name, but his influence on the music industry is undeniable.
