Jazz 91.9 WCLK Affiliations

A new program for mainstream Jazz enthusiasts premieres on Jazz 91.9, Sundays at 3:00 p.m.. Jazz In the New Millennium features the artists who are keeping the music alive and well in the 21st Century, from living legends Wayne Shorter and Charles Lloyd, prime-time players Branford Marsalis and Jason Moran and rising stars Robert Glasper and Esperanza Spalding. Each one-hour program focuses on an individual artist, presenting their music in a historical context that is both musically enriching and educational. Host Rick Mitchell is a longtime music journalist and radio programmer living in Houston, Texas. Click here for more!

Come out and swing! Join Jazz 91.9 WCLK for a day of golf and Jazz on Monday, August 31, 2015, 9:00 a.m. at Stone Mountain Golf Club, Lakemont Course. The tournament will include a full day of activities that will begin with a live remote broadcast of Morning Jazz with Morris Baxter followed by breakfast; driving range and putting practice; and, a shot gun start. The entry fee will include green fees, cart, range balls, lunch and signature Jazz 91.9 paraphernalia. There will be a beginner’s golf clinic that will offer registrants the opportunity to learn golf basics ranging from putting to driving etiquette and the rules of golf. Let family, friends and colleagues know that they can sponsor a hole. Hole sponsorship is a great way to display business and product services; display family photos or memorialize a loved one. Last year, nearly 50 golfers and 11 teams took to the green for chances at prizes and prestige. Register for the 2015 Jazz 91.9 WCLK Jazz & Celebrity Golf Event, safely and securely at: WCLK.com.

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WCLK ADVISORY BOARD

Craig Garrett chair

John Hall, co chair Earnest Davis Jea Delsarte

Richard Dent Donald Edwards

Terry Keels Lisa Mosley

Tom Rowland Sheryl Sellaway

Sheila Tenney Harold Watkins

JAZZETTE EDITORIAL BOARD

Wendy Williams, editor in chief Shed Jackson, managing editor, design & layout Rob Maynard, copy writer

WCLK STAFF DIRECTORY

Wendy Williams, general manager Tammy Nobles, assistant station manager

Aaron Cohen, program director

Shed Jackson, communications and marketing director

Larry Jennings, development director

Dahlia Williams, senior staff assistant

Ray Cobb, underwriting and sales 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

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Relax and enjoy an evening of live Jazz at the Jazz 91.9 WCLK, Wednesday WindDown Centennial Olympic Park concert series on Wednesday, July 15, 5:30 p.m., featuring the P.R. Experience. For more information about Jazz 91.9 WCLK community engagement events, visit: WCLK.com.

Think about why you started listening to Jazz 91.9 WCLK - to enjoy the Jazz, music you love, news, information and to make some new discoveries along the way. Become a sustaining member starting at just $5 a month. Sustaining members play a crucial role in insuring that Jazz 91.9 WCLK is a thriving public radio station!

A. Jelly Roll Morton B. King Oliver C. Artie Shaw Answer: B

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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Heart 2 Heart w/ Dr.

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NBAF presents SOLE Sanctuary featuring Savion Glover Sunday, July 19 at 6:00 PM Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State 80 Forsyth St., NW Atlanta, GA 30303 Dave Koz, Rick Braun & Kenny Lattimore Friday, July 24 at 8:00 PM Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre 2800 Cobb Galleria Parkway Atlanta, GA 30339 Next Level Events presents Love Bazaar Food, Art and Music featuring The Dangerfeel Newbies B Complex - West End 1272 Murphy Ave., SW Atlanta, GA 30310

Chasin’ Dem Blues featuring Anthony David July 11 - August 2, times vary Southwest Arts Center 915 New Hope Rd., SW Atlanta, GA 30331 UPRISING July 17 - August 23, times vary Horizon Theatre Company 1083 Austin Ave., NE Atlanta, GA 30307 NBAF presents Dance Across the Diaspora Symposium Saturday, July 18 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St. Atlanta, GA 30309

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The Jazzette Readers Music Poll, May Issue selection is The Epic by Kamasi Washington. The Epic is the debut 2015 album from LA's Progressive Jazz saxophonist who's played with Kendrick Lamar ... on Flying Lotus' label Brainfeeder! Extravagant love letter of strident Afro-Latin grooves 'n' spiritual soul fusion, for fans of John Coltrane and Phara. Amazon.

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CD of the month is your choice! The tally of reader responses determine the spotlight. Send your favorite CD titles for preview and voting consideration to: shjackson@cau.edu.

The Epic track list: 1. Change of the Guard 2. Askim 3. Isabelle 4. Final Thought 5. The Next Step 6. The Rhythm Changes 7. Miss Understanding 8. Leroy and Lanisha 9. Re Run 10. Seven Prayers

Click here for a complete track list.

Six foot, seven, lead bass player from Kansas City, Julian Vaughn laid down a strong statement with his self-released debut entitled “The Purpose Project” in 2010, one that garnered the attention of radio and in turn the attention of record companies clamoring to sink their claws into his dynamic young talent. Trippin ‘N’ Rhythm Records one of the genres most active and aggressive labels knew a star when they saw one and jumped at the chance to add Vaughn to its ever growing roster of fresh and inventive young artists. “Breakthrough” marked his label debut and has already made waves across the country with a two

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Charenee Wade

ALL IN THE FAMILY George & Chico

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week debut on the national Billboard chart at #24 and eventually reaching and staying at #1 for three consecutive weeks on the Billboard charts with his first hit single “On Your Feet”. Vaughn grew up in the church where his grandfather pastored until turning over the reins to Vaughn’s father. For more information about Julian Vaughn, visit: www.julianvaughnmusic.com.