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It’s Our 10th Anniversary!

Join Jazz Matters in celebrating a decade of promoting jazz. As part of our celebration, our ICON Jazz Series will showcase the incredible music of the legendary guitarist George Benson, Sunday, May 17th @ 4p.

Celebrating George Benson

Promoting the Art of Jazz by preserving a musical culture, tradition, art form ... keeping jazz alive!

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WHO WE ARE

Jazz Matters Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to recognizing the cultural and artistic significance of jazz music. Jazz, which is widely regarded as the only truly original American art form, was pioneered by African Americans and has become a national treasure. At Jazz Matters, we firmly believe in the importance of jazz music and our goal is to celebrate and promote it through our work. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we aim to support the continued growth and preservation of this invaluable art form.

JAZZ IN THE CITY!

OFFICIAL George Benson FLYER -2

It’s Our 10th Anniversary!

Join Jazz Matters in celebrating a decade of promoting jazz. As part of our celebration, our ICON Jazz Series will showcase the incredible music of the legendary guitarist George Benson, featuring vocalist, Terry Dukes and guitarist, Rick Williamson.  

George Benson is a celebrated American jazz guitarist, singer, and songwriter, known for his distinctive fusion of jazz, pop, and R&B.

  • Date:  Sunday, May 17, 2026
  • TIME:  4p - 6p
  • WHERE:   Plywood Place, 933 Lee St. SW Suite B-1, Atlanta, GA 30310. (Located in Atlanta’s Historic West End at the Lee + White complex on the West End Beltline).

 

Major funding for this organization is provided by the Atlanta’s Mayors of Culture Affairs and Fulton County Board of Commissioners.

Celebrating George Benson

Every 4th Wed Starting Feb 25, 2026

Join Bassist, Edwin Williams & Friends every 4th Wednesday, starting February 25, 2026, @ 7p at The Frozen Smoke Restaurant & Bar, for a jazzy soulful experience.

For more info or reservations call 470-507-0181.  (Reservation are not required, but recommended),

Edwin Williams @ Frozen Smoke Restaurant

Yes Jazz Matters Podcast

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Just two Brotha's, a renown bassist Edwin Williams and passionate Jazz cultural enthusiast, actor and internet radio Air Personality Von Coulter, delving into the legacy of America’s original art form—jazz.

The Yes Jazz Matters podcast strives to deliver historically rich interviews that offer a window into the captivating world of jazz, with particular emphasis on the contributions of Atlanta's metro jazz artists.

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