This week's Sunday Special. Another tribute to the late, great jazz drummer, Roy Haynes.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Dick Gibson’s Jazz Parties were annual gatherings initiated in 1963 by Denver businessman and jazz enthusiast Dick Gibson. These events brought together prominent jazz musicians and fans for weekend-long jam sessions in intimate settings, fostering a unique and collaborative atmosphere. The inaugural party took place at the Jerome Hotel in Aspen, Colorado, over Labor Day weekend. Due to its success, the event was held the following year at Casino Vail in Vail, Colorado. Over the years, the parties moved to various locations, including the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs and venues in Denver. These gatherings featured a roster of jazz legends, such as Clark Terry, Zoot Sims, and Eubie Blake, performing in spontaneous and diverse ensembles. The format of these parties was instrumental in revitalizing the jazz scene during a period when other music genres were gaining prominence. The success of Gibson’s Jazz Parties inspired similar events across the United States, contributing to a broader jazz revival. The parties continued annually until 1992, leaving a lasting impact on the jazz community. Here, a Roy Haynes solo performance from the 1977 party.
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