Welcome to a new edition of the Neon Jazz interview series with the President of KC Jazz Alive & Buttonwood Financial Jon McGraw on the 8th Annual Spotlight Charlie Parker Festivities in Kansas City .. He opened up about the citywide celebration of Bird’s life and music in August 2021. KC Jazz Alive, University of Missouri Kansas City, the American Jazz Museum & other cultural and civic organizations will host jam sessions, tours, lectures, exhibits, panel discussions, poetry slams, workshops and concerts celebrating Charlie Parker—Kansas City’s native son. It’s Charlie Parker’s 101st birthday celebration and all the details are at spotlightcharlieparker.org/ .. But Jon gets candid about this joyous time that puts KC on the international map .. Enjoy ..
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