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MS Jazz Foundation's "Red Hot" Jazz Explosion at Hal and Mal's Red Room

July 15, 2011 at 7pm to July 16, 2011 at 12am

With temperatures on the rise, 'simma down' with some Cool Jazz! On July 15th 2011 at 7 pm, the Mississippi Jazz Foundation will host a “Red Hot” Jazz Explosion in the Red Room at Hal and Mal’s. Come and enjoy the melodious sounds of vocalists Laurie Walker and Pam Confer, saxophonist Thomas “Tiger” Rodgers, and a host of Jackson’s finest musicians. This is something you don’t want to miss! Admission $10 For more information please contact Ann Burton @ 601.594.2314 or Michael Thompson @…See More

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About Me:: The Mississippi Jazz Foundation (MFJ) is a 501 (c) 3, non-profit, community based, cultural organization. It is an evolving, young organization with energy and dedication to promoting jazz musicians and jazz education. Additionally, the organization is committed to building partnerships and cooperation with others in promoting the jazz industry in our culturally rich and diverse state. Through its membership, donors, and fundraising events, MJF has supported such worthy music educational organizations as the Academic and Performing Arts Complex of the Jackson Public Schools, Lanier High School and WJSU Radio Station at Jackson State University in recognition of their contribution to jazz education and jazz appreciation.

Mississippi Jazz Foundation’s vision is to function as a catalyst and vehicle to:

• To encourage young, aspiring musicians by awarding scholarships and assisting them with showcasing their talents through a variety of performance venues;
• To increase opportunities to present Jackson and Mississippi born and/or educated and trained professional jazz musicians their music;
• To financially support educational and culturally enriching music venues that promote and communicate jazz to the public;
• To increase media attention to the performances of local and visiting jazz artists;
• To increase community interest/awareness and support of jazz music.