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SUMMARY:Celebrating Jazz ICON Series - Legendary Women of Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Jazz Matters ICON Series on Sunday\, February 15\, 2026\, as we pay tribute to some of the most iconic women in jazz. Experience an enchanting evening featuring our talented artists: Shakia Garrett\, Sheryl Johnson\, Yvette Moore\, Etta Purcell\, and Janice Williams.\, as they will honor legendary women of jazz\, Angela Bonfil\, Natalie Cole\, Rachelle Ferrell\, Ella Fitzgerald\, Sarah Vaughan\, Dinah Washington\, and Nancy Wilson. \nEvent Details: \nDate: Sunday\, February 15\, 2026 \nTime: 5 PM to 7 PM \nVenue:  Plywood Place\, 933 LEE ST. SW\, Atlanta\, Ga \nTickets:  https://bit.ly/4pvfkUP \n  \n 
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/icon-series-celebrating-women-in-jazz
LOCATION:PLYWOOD PLACE\, 933 Lee St SW Suite B-1\, Atlanta\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T140000
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SUMMARY:A Jazzy Holiday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS AVAILABLE:  A Jazzy Holiday Celebration
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/a-jazzy-holiday-celebration-3
LOCATION:Porter Sanford III  Performing Arts & Community Center\, 3181 Rainbow Road\, Decatur\, GA\, 30034
CATEGORIES:Blues,concerts,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The ICON Series Celebrating the Music of George Duke
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS AVAILABLE:   Celebrating the Music of George Duke
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/the-icon-series-celebrating-the-music-of-george-duke
LOCATION:PLYWOOD PLACE\, 933 Lee St SW Suite B-1\, Atlanta\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,concerts,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
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SUMMARY:Edwin Williams & Friends @ Frozen Smoke
DESCRIPTION:For Reservations:  Frozen Smoke Reservations\nFor information\, call 470-507-0181\n  \n 
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/edwin-williams-friends-frozen-smoke
LOCATION:Frozen Smoke Restaurant & Bar 118 M.L.K. Senior Heritage Trail Stockbridge\, GA 30281\, 118 M.L.K. Senior Heritage Trail\, Stockbridge\, GA\, 30281
CATEGORIES:Blues,concerts,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241219T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T203748
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SUMMARY:A Jazzy Holiday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A Jazzy Holiday Celebration is offering an unforgettable afternoon filled with great music and the spirit of the season on December 19\, 2024 at the Porter Sanford Performing Arts & Community Center from 12 noon – 2:00 p.m.\n\nAmazing performances by Bassist Edwin Williams and his talented friends – Terry Dukes\, Yvette Moore\, Leonard Julien III and V. Mathis\, will guide you into the heart of the holiday season.\n\nDon’t miss out on this dazzling holiday event.\n\nPortions of the proceeds from this event will be donated to a Metro Atlanta jazz program.
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/a-jazzy-holiday-celebration-2
LOCATION:Porter Sanford III  Performing Arts & Community Center\, 3181 Rainbow Road\, Decatur\, GA\, 30034
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240628T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240628T230000
DTSTAMP:20260423T203748
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Jazz Matters At The Wren's Nest
DESCRIPTION:Indulge in an evening of fantastic music while celebrating the enchanting sounds of Philadelphia and a salute to iconic jazz bassists. \nJune 28\, 2024 @ 7:30P  \nCelebrating the Sounds of Philly\, Jazz & Soul with a Tribute to Songwriting Duo Gamble & Huff. Artists TBD \nJULY 26\, 2024 @ 7:30P  \nJazz\, Cool\, Smooth & Soulful with A Special Tribute to Bassists Stanley Clarke\, Jaco Pastorius & Ron Carter with Special Guest Tony Hightower and more …
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/7th-annual-jazz-matters-at-the-wrens-nest
LOCATION:The Wren’s Nest\, 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,concerts,Contemporary Jazz,Food Truck,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240426T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240426T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T203748
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SUMMARY:Jazz Appreciation Month
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with Jazz Matters at the ArtsXchange in East Point\, GA on April 26. Experience captivating performances by bassist Edwin Williams & Friends\, with vocalists Terry Dukes & Cheryl Johnson\, as they lead you on a delightful jazz-filled adventure.\nDon’t forget to save the date for an evening full of soulful jazz\, upbeat vibes\, and loads of entertainment.\nThis event is free and open to the public.\nSponsored by the Musicians Performance Trust Fund and ATL Federation of Musicians Local 148-462.
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/jazz-appreciation-month
LOCATION:ArtsXchange\, 2148 Newnan St.\, East Point\, 30344\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,concerts,Contemporary Jazz,Food Truck,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231018T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231018T140000
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SUMMARY:A Jazzy Afternoon 55+ Daytime Party
DESCRIPTION:A Jazzy Afternoon\, daytime party for the young at heart\, is designed for adults 55+. This is the perfect way to soak up the soulful melodies and vibrant rhythms of jazz music\, while enjoying a delicious lunch*. Live performances by The Edwin Williams Experience featuring Yvette Moore and Terry Dukes\, along with enjoying a delicious lunch. \nDate: Wednesday\, October 18\, 2023 \nTime: 12:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time) \nLocation: 621 King Arnold St.\, Hapeville\, GA 30354 \nTickets Available: https://ajazzyafternoon.eventbrite.com \nFor more information: Call 404-474-1211 \n*Lunch is included in the ticket price.  \nConvenient parking and handicap accessible \n“Major funding for this organization is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners.”
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/a-jazzy-afternoon-55-daytime-party
LOCATION:The Legendary Ford Hall\, 621 King Arnold St.\, Hapeville\, GA\, 30354
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230804T053000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230804T213000
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SUMMARY:Suwanee\, GA Food Truck Friday
DESCRIPTION:2023 Food Truck Fridays \nStage entertainment will be provided by Jazz Matters\, a non-profit organization that celebrates and promotes the art of jazz by highlighting the diversity and cultural roots of jazz music\, and musical genres influenced by it. \nGreat food and free concert from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm! The music starts at 7 pm. \nJune 2\nJuly 7\nAugust 4
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/suwanee-ga-food-truck-friday-2023-08-04
LOCATION:Food Truck Fridays\, 330 Towne Center Avenue\, Suwanee\, GA\, 30024
CATEGORIES:Blues,concerts,Contemporary Jazz,Food Truck,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230707T053000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230707T213000
DTSTAMP:20260423T203748
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SUMMARY:Suwanee\, GA Food Truck Friday
DESCRIPTION:2023 Food Truck Fridays \nStage entertainment will be provided by Jazz Matters\, a non-profit organization that celebrates and promotes the art of jazz by highlighting the diversity and cultural roots of jazz music\, and musical genres influenced by it. \nGreat food and free concert from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm! The music starts at 7 pm. \nJune 2\nJuly 7\nAugust 4
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/suwanee-ga-food-truck-friday-2023-07-07
LOCATION:Food Truck Fridays\, 330 Towne Center Avenue\, Suwanee\, GA\, 30024
CATEGORIES:Blues,concerts,Contemporary Jazz,Food Truck,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210820T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210820T230000
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SUMMARY:6th Annual Jazz Matters At The Wren's Nest
DESCRIPTION:Mix in a whole lotta Jazz\, a dash of Soul\, a little pinch of R&B … now that’s a recipe for an evening of fun with featured artist keyboardist/producer and host of Midtown Atlanta Jam Session Al Smith; along with experiencing the amazing harmonies of KalligraFé\, with a special tribute to The Emotions; and The Edwin Williams Experience. \n \nAl Smith is an accomplished keyboardist and studio producer. Al thrills with a musical mastery of rhythm\, melody and sound featuring lush piano and string renditions to funky bass and drums. His virtuosity transcends his jazz beginnings to an eclectic ensemble of styles and genres. A metro Atlanta resident\, Al is also creator and producer of the wildly popular Midtown Atlanta Jam Session\, an artist showcase\, that provides a platform for local vocalists and musicians to display their talents. \n  \n  \n  \nKalligraFē is a musical group comprised of members\, LaToya (Toyé) Forman\, Bianca Tate\, and Nicole Pringle.  Admired for their signature sound\, this multifaceted collective consists of actresses\, songwriters\, directors and producers.  KalligraFē loves and believes there is healing in the arts; and they use their gifts to do just that. \n  \n  \n \nEdwin Williams is the founder of Jazz Matters Inc.\, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that promotes the Art of Jazz.   His film credits include Coming2America (2021) as a member of The Sexual Chocolate Band.  No stranger to the Atlanta music scene\, he was the featured bassist for over twenty years with the John Robertson Trio at the world renowned\, Dante’s Down the Hatch jazz club in Atlanta\, Georgia. Edwin has performed nationally and internationally with major jazz and R&B artists and with The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s in its annual “Soulful Christmas” production \n 
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/6th-annual-jazz-matters-at-the-wrens-nest
LOCATION:The Wren’s Nest\, 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Live Music,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190816T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190816T230000
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SUMMARY:4th Annual Jazz Matters At The Wren's Nest summer concert series
DESCRIPTION:We’re beyond excited to have emerging artists Gia Nichole and Zach Wilson\, along with featuredartists Toni Redd\, Michael Cruse & Ken Gregory & The Solid State Band\, close out our 4th Annual Jazz Matters At The Wren’s Nest summer concert series. \nJoin us as we celebrate Jazz in the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance. Put on your finest “Renaissance” attire and your dancing shoes\, to enjoy a wonderful evening of music and fun. \nTickets are also available for a post-concert VIP Meet & Greet with featured artists. \nPURCHASE NOW (CLICK HERE) \n\nRain or Shine Event\nBring your chairs or blankets\nFood\, beverages and small tables are allowed\nNo grills or large tables\nWe can only accept credit/debit cards at the Gate. NO CASH\nGates open at 7:00p\nOnline Ticket Sales End Day Before Show. Tickets Available at the Gate\n\nPARKING: Ace Hardware*\, Wells Fargo Bank*\, West Hunter Street Baptist Church\, Apollo Realty\, Lottie Watkins \n*Special Shuttle Service from Wells Fargo Bank & Ace Hardware \n 
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/4th-annual-jazz-matters-at-the-wrens-nest-summer-concert-series
LOCATION:The Wren’s Nest\, 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190519T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190519T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T203748
CREATED:20190220T074258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190404T040911Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Live!  A Jazz Experience
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a wonderful afternoon celebrating the Art of Jazz in Atlanta’s Historic West End with The Edwin Williams Experience and special guest artists; Keyboardist – Zach Wilson; Trumpeter – Michael Cruse; and Vocalist – Etta Purcell. \nParking available at Wells Fargo Bank. \n  \n 
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/sunday-live-a-jazz-experience-2
LOCATION:West End Performing Arts Center\, 945 Ralph D. Abernathy Blvd.\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Edwin Williams Productions":MAILTO:edwinwilliamsmusic@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190512T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190512T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T203748
CREATED:20190401T154638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190401T155856Z
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SUMMARY:The Living Room Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an intimate concert in the The Wren’s Nest home museum’s living room on Mother’s Day with guitarist Larry Hall and Th.e Edwin Williams Experience \nJazz Matters\, Inc. & The Wren’s Nest partner to present an intimate concert series in the privacy of The Wren’s Nest home museum’s living room. Not only is this an opportunity for jazz enthusiasts to experience the best in Atlanta’s jazz artists\, it is also an opportunity to “discover” new emerging jazz artists; and participate in discussions on music\, culture and the art of jazz. \n  \n 
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/the-living-room-concert-series-4
LOCATION:The Wren’s Nest\, 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Blues,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Jazz Matters Inc.":MAILTO:yesjazzmatters@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190424T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190424T230000
DTSTAMP:20260423T203748
CREATED:20190422T120441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T120441Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening With Chaka Khan featuring TOYE
DESCRIPTION: Edwin Williams Productions presents actor\, singer\, songwriter\, Toye as she pays tribute to the incomparable Chaka Khan at MOYO Restaurant Bar & Grill\, Comfort Suites Atlanta Airport. \nMOYO African & American Fine Cuisine Restaurant is a full-service restaurant and bar. Food/Drink Minimums: One (1) food and/or drink purchase for each show. \nTwo shows: 7:30p & 9:30p \nFor more information call 404-474-1211.
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/an-evening-with-chaka-khan-featuring-toye-2
LOCATION:comfort suites clark howell parkway\, 5087 Clark Howell Highway\, Atlanta\, GA\, 30349\, United States
CATEGORIES:Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Smooth Jazz
ORGANIZER;CN="Edwin Williams Productions":MAILTO:edwinwilliamsmusic@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190401T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190401T000000
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CREATED:20190401T160040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190401T160040Z
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SUMMARY:Jazzy & Soulful Sunday Live with Tribute to Curtis Mayfield
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://yesjazzmatters.org/event/jazzy-soulful-sunday-live-with-tribute-to-curtis-mayfield
CATEGORIES:Blues,Contemporary Jazz,Jazz,Smooth Jazz
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