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Dorthaan Kirk NEA Jazz Master in the Class of 2020

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Absolutely ecstatic that Dorthaan Kirk will be receiving the A.B. Spellman NEA Jazz Masters Fellowship for Jazz Advocacy. “Washington, DC—Today the National Endowment for the Arts announced the four newest recipients of the nation’s highest honor in jazz. Innovative jazz musicians Bobby McFerrin, Roscoe Mitchell, and Reggie Workman, as well as Dorthaan Kirk—who is receiving the A.B”

Congratulations to All.

Solidifying the fact that Dorthaan Kirk Is Newark’s First Lady of Jazz

 

Kirk has been active as a curator and producer of jazz events primarily in and around Newark, New Jersey, and is an avid supporter of musicians and jazz education for children.

 

Dorthaan Kirk announced as NEA Jazz Master 2020 WBGO AB

Acting Chairman of the Arts Endowment Mary Anne Carter said, “The 2020 NEA Jazz Masters have made an incredible impact on jazz, whether it’s through their artistic work to expand the musical boundaries of the genre, their educational contributions, or their efforts to reach new audiences for jazz. Read all about it  … https://www.arts.gov/news/2019/national-endowment-arts-announces-2020-nea-jazz-masters

 

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Gregory Burrus is a renowned music producer, entrepreneur, and CEO of Gregory Burrus Productions. He's produced some of the live music events with some of the biggest names in jazz and R&B, including Grammy-winning Nat Adderley Jr, Houston Person, Richard Barratta and more.. The production company also works to bring some of the best up-and-coming artists on stage for amazing live performances. With Gregory Burrus Productions, you know you're always in for an unforgettable night! Gregory Burrus is a Photojournalist, Live Music Ambassador, Arts and Entertainment Writer, Blogger, Business Reviewer, Community Events Reporter and Social Media Marketer. Gregory publishes on South Orange NJ Patch, Jersey Indie, Medium and a few other sites. Having fun, living life, while helping others.