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Celebrate with Jazz 91.9 WCLK as we present our 40th Anniversary Jazz Legacy Gala and Concert on Friday, May 9, 8:00 p.m. at Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta. The special evening will start with a VIP Reception at 4:30 p.m., then dinner with performances by the incomparable Dianne Reeves at 6:00 p.m. and a concert featuring the legendary George Benson at 8:00 p.m.. The evening will pay tribute to the people, places and organizations that have helped sustain Jazz 91.9 WCLK’s legacy over the years. Become a member of Jazz 91.9 WCLK, now through March 30, at one of two levels, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a wonderful evening of celebration:
For individual concert tickets, only, click here. A portion of the proceeds from this event will enable us to continue two critical programs for the community. “The Jazz in the Classroom” education program for high school students and “The Call to True Beauty” radio show, for the awareness and prevention of domestic violence. For 40 years, Jazz 91.9 WCLK has spearheaded innovative programming and public affairs initiatives that are vital to communities. WCLK has been at the forefront of delivering the best Jazz programming, news and information. And, WCLK’s commitment to the community has never been stronger.
$240 (One Time) Two (2) tickets to the Benson Concert
George Benson CD
$720 VIP Reception/Gala/Concert (One Time) Two (2) tickets to the VIP Reception Two (2) tickets to the Dinner/Gala
Two (2) tickets to the Concert One (1) Dianne Reeves CD One (1) George Benson CD
Click here to make your secure pledge.
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WCLK ADVISORY BOARD
Harold Watkins, chair
Lisa Mosley, co chair Tina Capers-Hall Jea Delsarte
Richard Dent Sunny Franklin
Craig Garrett Terry Keels
Edward B. Krugman Sheryl Sellaway
JAZZETTE EDITORIAL BOARD
Wendy Williams, editor in chief Shed Jackson, managing editor, design & layout
WCLK STAFF DIRECTORY
Wendy Williams, general manager Tammy Nobles, assistant station manager
Aaron Cohen, program director
Reggie Hicks, development director
Shed Jackson, communications and marketing director
Dahlia Williams, senior staff assistant
Ray Cobb, underwriting and sales Barbara Livingston, underwriting consultant
Marquis Lofton, production manager
Joi John, membership coordinator
Rob Maynard, traffic coordinator
Kerwin D. Sims, membership producer Juanita Parks, remote production assistant
WCLK ANNOUNCERS Morris Baxter Morning Jazz Jay Edwards Jazz Tones Rivablue Midday Jazz Rodney Evans Joy in the Morning
Jamal Ahmad SOUL of Jazz Debb Moore Jazz at Sundown
Fonda Smith, news/traffic anchor Sunday Jazz Suite
Contact Joi John
for WCLK volunteer
opportunities jjohn@cau.edu
Jazz 91.9 WCLK is proud to present its 40th Anniversary edition of Wednesday WindDown in Centennial Olympic Park concert series, every fourth Wednesday, April through September from 5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.. The concerts are open to the public and will feature top notch performers, dynamic musicians fused with the excitement of concert goers and, food and merchandise vendors. Join us!
Celebrating 40 Years of Service
April 23 William Green
May 28 Joey Somerville
along with Marcell McCoy
June 25 Milkshake
New Orleans! featuring Aaron Neville
with Wycliffe Gordon Thursday, March 27 at 8:00 PM Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre
2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339
Wayne Shorter at 80 featuring Danilo Perez, John Patitucci and Brian Blade
Saturday, April 5 at 8:00 PM Rialto Center for the Arts at GSU 80 Forsyth Street, NW Atlanta, GA 30303
78th Annual Atlanta Dogwood Festival
presented by PNC Bank
April 11 - 13, times vary Piedmont Park, Atlanta, GA
LIVE MUSIC & EVENTS
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Atlanta University. All Rights Reserved.
Reproduction without permission is prohibited.
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Jazz 91.9 WCLK, a 501(c) 3 non profit radio station licensed to Clark Atlanta University, is committed to preserving the
legacy of Jazz through dynamic Jazz musical selections, cultural programming and community-focused initiatives. Founded in 1974, Jazz 91.9 WCLK broadcasts a mix of classic and contemporary Jazz, Gospel and Blues music. WCLK is
a nonprofit, member supported, National Public Radio (NPR) affiliate and Public Radio International (PRI) station that
serves the interest of the citizens in metropolitan Atlanta. For more station information, programming details, and to listen
on the Web, please visit: www.wclk.com.
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Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 PM Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech
349 Ferst Drive Atlanta, GA 30332
Wednesday ▪ April 2 ▪ 6:00 P - 7:00 P
Jazz 91.9 WCLK and Clark Atlanta University proudly announce the launch of The Call to True Beauty, a new, live call-in radio program, to educate and assist you with your quest to attain healthy and safe relationships. The Call To True Beauty airs the first Wednesdays, monthly from 6 P - 7 P. Show Host Daphne Walker, is the president and CEO, Partnership Against Domestic Violence and brings more than 15 years of legal expertise and frontline service to the on-air conversation.
Connect with Jazz 91.9 WCLK:
Daphne Walker
The Tavis Smiley
Show
Saturdays
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Local Take w/
Kiplyn Primus
First Saturdays
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Fulton Focus
Fourth Saturdays,
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Your Health
Connection w/
JaQuitta Williams
Third Wednesdays,
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The Jazzette Readers Music Poll March Issue selection is Kin ( <-->) by Pat Metheny Unity
Group. Unity Band, which went on to win Metheny his 20th Grammy Award, featured Chris Potter on sax and bass clarinet, longtime collaborator Antonio Sanchez on drums, and Ben Wil-
liams on bass. Amazon.
Kin ( <-->) track list: 1. On Day One 2. Rise Up 3. Adagia 4. Sign of the Season 5. Kin (<-->) 6. Born 7. Genealogy 8. We Go On 9. Kqu
Staff Picks
CD of the month is your choice! The tally of reader responses determine the spotlight. Send
your favorite CD titles for April preview and voting consideration to: shjackson@cau.edu.
For Atlanta's rising star, Marcell McCoy describes his music as fun and relaxing at the same time signifying deep meaning. He began his career in North Carolina and moved to Atlanta, Georgia in 1992. Marcell has worked with many artists, producers and record labels throughout his career spending several hours in the studio mastering his craft. Marcell has become one of the hottest music producers to come out of Atlanta, GA. He has developed into a total artist package, including: image, stage presence, song writing and piano mastery. Marcell describes his music as soulful, thought provoking, spiritual and mesmerizing. Marcell’s musical journey is rooted in Gospel music as a result of listening to his parents sing Gospel songs. Now, well into the evolution of his music career, Marcell is backed by one of the hottest bands around. For more information about Marcell McCoy, visit: http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/MarcellMcCoy.
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