Dear Jazz, 2023!
A visual love letter to jazz! Friday & Saturday, November 3 & 4.
Experience an unforgettable two nights of gorgeous and thought-provoking visual art with live music from top up-and-coming Chicago jazz musicians.
The Jazz Institute of Chicago proudly presents "Dear Jazz 2023," a two-night celebration of art and music that will captivate audiences at the beautiful Fulton Street Collective gallery, located at 1821 W. Hubbard Street in Chicago. This extraordinary event, taking place on November 3 and 4, 2023, will showcase the talents of 20 of Chicago's most revered artists, who have found inspiration in the timeless genre of jazz. All artwork will be for sale.
Live jazz performances by the Karli Bunn Quartet and the Alvin Cobb Jr. Quartet will accompany the artistic presentations, along with live painting during the concerts, promising an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
FRIDAY, November 3rd:
5:30PM: VIP/Art Collector’s Reception.
$20 suggested donation, includes first look at and option to purchase artwork, drinks, snacks, live jazz from Robert Irving III, general admission, and concert.7PM: General Admission. $5 suggested donation in advance, $10 at the door, includes gallery viewing, option to purchase art, and concert. Beverages available by suggested donation.
8PM: Concert featuring Karli Bunn Quartet, with live painting.
Donations benefit JIC and the artists.
KARLI BUNN QUARTET
SATURDAY, November 4th
6PM: JIC Members Hour. Suggested Donation of $5, includes private viewing, drinks & snacks (until 7PM), and live jazz from Robert Irving III, general admission, and 8pm concert. Must be a current JIC Member. Lapsed Members and non-Members are welcomed with a purchase of a new Membership.
7PM: General Admission. $5 suggested donation in advance, $10 at the door, includes gallery viewing, option to purchase art, and concert. Beverages available by suggested donation.
8PM: Concert featuring Alvin Cobb Jr. Quartet, with live painting.
Donations benefit JIC and the artists.
ALVIN COBB JR. QUARTET
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All proceeds will benefit the Jazz Institute of Chicago and its mission to promote and nurture jazz in all its forms.
"Dear Jazz 2023" is a testament to the enduring power of jazz to inspire and influence creative minds. With the support of the Jazz Institute of Chicago, this event brings together a diverse range of artists, each of whom has drawn from the rich tapestry of jazz to create stunning works of art. Paintings, photography, and other art forms will be on display, offering a multi-sensory journey through the world of jazz.
Live painting will accompany each of the concerts.
Partial list of participating artists include:
Raymond A. Thomas
Paul Branton
Jason Jones
Damon Hendricks
Roger Carter
Robert Lewis Clark
Arthur Wright
Melanie Brown
Alex Puryear
Nicholas Barron
Harvey Tillis
Julian Camacho
and more!
This unique event is not only a celebration of artistic creativity but also a means of supporting the Jazz Institute of Chicago's mission to ensure that jazz continues to thrive in Chicago. "Dear Jazz 2023" promises to be an unforgettable experience for art and music enthusiasts alike.
Join us in celebrating the magic of jazz and the creativity of Chicago's top artists at "Dear Jazz 2023." Be part of an unforgettable evening that fuses art, music, and culture while contributing to the preservation of Chicago's jazz legacy.
About the Jazz Institute of Chicago:
The Jazz Institute of Chicago is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and nurturing jazz in the Chicago community. Through education, programming, and support for local jazz musicians, the Jazz Institute of Chicago plays a vital role in preserving and advancing the rich tradition of jazz in the city. Your support at "Dear Jazz 2023" helps us continue this important mission.
Parking lot and street parking are available.
Jazz Institute of Chicago is proud to receive generous support from the following organizations
Alphawood Foundation, DCASE - City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, Chicago's Cultural Treasures, Crown Family Philanthropies, Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelly Foundation, Helen Brach Foundation, Illinois Arts Council Agency, a state agency, Lloyd A. Fry Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, Polk Bros. Foundation, Walder Foundation, Glossberg Foundation, Benjamin Rosenthal Foundation, Wang Family Foundation