The Jazzcat

WORLD STAGE TO RESUME ORAL HISTORY PROJECT

(Los Angeles,

CA—) 

On Friday, October 1, 2004

The World Stage will present trombonist Phil Ranelin during the fifth

segment of a unique series, World Stage <>Stories. 

As a vital part of the World Stage’s education component, these intimate

portraits are designed to enlighten as well as entertain.  

October 15th – Earl Palmer, a widely-recorded drummer will appear

October 29th –  legendary bassist John Heard

November 12th –  Master trombonist George Bohanon

The fall series will continue through mid December as other

stellar artists are confirmed.  “The musicians will appreciate the

recognition and researchers might also find it valuable for their needs,” said

Executive Director Clint Rosemond. 

Produced by Jeffrey Winston and

Chet Hanley, World Stage Stories will inspire young musicians,

students and educators alike while it explores the evolution of America’s

indigenous art form.

Winston is a free-lance writer while Hanley hosts Jazz in the Modern Era, a

live broadcast from the campus of Cal

State

University,

Dominguez Hills.  The show is now in its fifth season, airs

every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.

on Channel 36.  It features insightful interviews, archival films and rare

recordings. The World Stage, a non-profit educational and performance arts

gallery, is located in the heart of Leimert

Park, the cultural hub of

L.A.‘s African American community.    

Founded in 1989 by master drummer Billy Higgins and poet Kamau Daáood,

it remains a vital lifeline for emerging and established

musicians, writers, singers and

storytellers.         

The venue nurtures at-risk youth through workshops, mentoring and

hands-on exposure to the performing arts.   

The World Stage is located at 4344 Degnan Blvd. in Los Angeles, just one block east of Crenshaw. 

Admission is only $ 10.00 and each program begins at 8:00

p.m.  For more information, call (323) 290-6565.