It was a privilege to have Mike Le Donne, renowned Jazz Pianist and Founder/Pres/CEO Disability Pride NYC (501C3 non-profit organization), on the show to discuss the impetus on forming Disability Pride NYC and how vital theirNYC Disability Pride Parade is in eradicating serotypes, bridging communities and creating a platform for performers and attendees with disabilities to experience inclusion and big time fun!
The JAZZ LEGENDS FOR DISABILITY PRIDE – DISABILITY PRIDE PARADE FUNDRAISER, hear how over 21 jazz legends will descend on Thurs January 5th 6:30-9:30 at the Quaker Friends Meeting Hall in NYC for a phenomenal night of jazz starring: Ron Carter, Benny Golson, Buster Williams, Jimmie Cobb, Harold Mabern, Eddie Henderson, Louis Hayes, Carl Allen, George Coleman, Peter Bernstein, Eric Alexander, Joe Farnsworth, Buster Williams, Bill Charlap, Renee Rosnes, Kenny Washington, Peter Washington, John Webber, Donald Vega, Vincent Herring, Russell Malone and more.
Tickets and info: www.winterjazzfest.com/jazzlegends
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