Keep the Music Playing!

Jazz Institute of Chicago’s 2020 Virtual Gala

In these current times of healing and revelation we remember the role that music has played in our collective histories to harmonize us all through trials and tribulations to celebrations and good times. We look to the future by celebrating JIC programs and alumni!

Performances by Jazz Links Alumni:

Marquis Hill, trumpet
Joel Ross, vibraphone

Featuring the poetry of author, artist, activist Leslé Honoré

With music by The Jazz Links Student Council

2020 Jazz Excellence Award Recipients:

Walter Dyett Lifetime Achievement in Education Awards:

Dr. Burgess Gardner
Dr. Curtis Prince

Timuel Black Community Service Award:

“The Twins” – Linda Hall and Brenda Phillips

Irma Pickens Outstanding Jazz Advocate Award:

Dan Bindert, Director WDCB Radio

Gala Co-Chairs

Dee Alexander vocalist

Miguel dela Cerna composer, educator, pianist 

 Thank You 2020 Sponsors:

 Ensemble

David Helverson

Dan J. Epstein and the Epstein Family Foundation

Susan & Ted Oppenheimer

Trio

Brian and Laura Myerholtz

Bill & Jocelyn Norris

Joe & Madeleine Glossberg

David Bloomberg

Solo

Aon

Jason & Tamara Koransky

Bill & Jocelyn Norris

Keyonn & Tamara Pope

Judith E. Stein

WDCB Listener Supported Radio

Darrick Hooker

Tito’s Handmade Vodka

Maria (Nena) De Los Angeles Torres

(Sponsors as of September 16, 2020)