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Ron Carter Meets Charles Burrell

Happy Birthday to Charles Burrell, known as the “Jackie Robinson of classical music,” turns 103 years young on October 4, 2023. Purnell Steen, who is Burrell’s cousin and active historian…

Jazz News! Charles Burrell documentary at Amazon; George Duke Commission resumes

Blending Classical with Jazz... Centegenarian bassist, the so-called “Jackie Robinson of Classical Music,” Charles Burrell is not just celebrating life.  He’s celebrating the completion of the documentary about his remarkable…

Dazzle Celebrates Charles Burrell's 102nd Birthday

On Friday, September 30, at 11 am join the Friday Lunch Bunch: Purnell Steen & the Five Points Ambassadors at Dazzle to celebrate the 102nd birthday of bassist Charles Burrell.…

Charles "Charlie" Burrell Portrait Unveiling

The Colorado Symphony honors Charles "Charlie" Burrell, the pioneering double bassist, with a portrait unveiling in Boettcher Concert Hall. The portrait will be revealed at 7:00 pm, with Dragon Conducts…

Charles "Charlie" Burrell Portrait Unveiling

On December 4, 2021, at 7  pm, the Colorado Symphony honors Charles "Charlie" Burrell, the pioneering double bassist, with a portrait unveiling in Boettcher Concert Hall. The portrait will be…

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