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2012 Arkansas Jazz Hall of Fame
(Press Release here)
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The 2012 Hall of Fame was on MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 8 PM, and honored three exceptional Arkansans who have made outstanding contributions to jazz in Arkansas and around the world.
The event took place at the historic Afterthought, 2721 Kavanaugh, in Little Rock (phone (501) 663-1196). Tickets $10 advance, $15 day of show. The following were honored with induction into the Arkansas Jazz Hall of Fame, based on their outstanding contributions to jazz music and their connection with Arkansas -
- Joe Cripps (bassist/educator) of Springdale/Little Rock, AR
- Dr. James Greeson (guitarist/composer/educator) of St. Louis , MO/Fayetteville, AR
- Conrad Wilson (trumpet) of Houston, TX/Hot Springs, AR
Tickets available the day of the show ($15), or in advance ($10) from the Afterthought (cash only), or in advance by mail: Arkansas Jazz Hall of Fame tickets, c/o the Arkansas Jazz and Heritage Foundation, PO Box 251187, Little Rock, AR 72225-1187. Send a self addressed stamped envelope and note with name, phone, and email address, and a check make to AJHF for the full amount. Orders received after December 12, 2012 will be held at the door under purchasers name.
For more information on the Arkansas Jazz Hall of Fame, 2012 program, and ticket inquiries contact AJHF President James Thomson at (501)225-2891, or email arjazzman@sbcglobal.net.
Note: AMG indicates inclusion in the All-Music Guide, a comprehensive musical database on the web, including discographies and reviews.
Candidates were chosen based upon the following criteria:
- Candidate must be an Arkansas native or have established residence in Arkansas.
- Candidates must have a history of significant accomplishments and/or contributions to the jazz arts. This may be within the State of Arkansas or on the national/international level. A candidate may be a musician, composer, educator, writer, or major contributor to the jazz field.
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