Born and raised in West Philadelphia, Kobie is a gifted pianist who began playing at the age of six and later went on to study at the famed Settlement Music School, and the Berkeley School of Music. Kobie is a composer, musician, and educator of jazz music. In his youth, he toured with many artists, in addition to working for artists on Warner Brothers and Philadelphia International records. He has had music aired in various programs on PBS, as well as radio stations, and independent projects in Philadelphia, Chicago, and Los Angeles. While you might not have heard his name, it’s only because he has just recently returned to his love music after retirement from SEPTA. But, make no mistake, he is a gifted musician, composer, and educator who is not to be missed. You can check out his music at http://jawanzakobie.com. Tickets are only $20 and can be purchased at the door, light fare included. For more information please contact CEC at 215-387-1911

The Mini Q’s have been a staple on the Philadelphia jazz scene since pianist/ keyboardist Luke Carlos O’Reilly and guitarist Ben O’Neill joined forces to create the hard-hitting organ trio in 2004.

Pulling from a wide range of influences, The Q’s meld the rich and flavorful jazz tradition of Jimmy Smith, Pat Martino and Grant Green with soul sensibilities of Jill Scott, TSOP and an ever-expanding repertoire of spirituals and hymns.  The name ‘The Mini Q’s’ was coined by Ben O’Neill, and it is in reference to an Electro-Harmonix Mini Q-Tron guitar effects pedal he uses often with the group.

For three and a half years, The Mini Q’s ran a legendary Monday night jam session that served as a gathering place and proving ground for many of the cities finest musicians.  Their debut record, ‘Monday Night Jump’ (2006) was a collection of improvisations-turned-songs from that celebrated time.  Since then, they have performed at the Kimmel Center, Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and many other large and small venues in and around the Philadelphia area.

‘The Mini Q’s Ride Again’ (2019) is the long-awaited follow up album and is in every way the product of years of maturation, musical marination and growth.  In five tracks, funky, fluid, swinging and savory, the trio covers ground as diverse as the Great American Songbook, traditional gospel, and deep, “Blue Note” style grooves.

Both Ben and Luke had recently taken a hiatus from the group to release their own projects and travel the world as sidemen with artists such as John Legend, Erykah Badu and Seal.  Now, the group is back in full throttle, and in peak form.

Sittin’ In introduces audiences to new cutting-edge artists. It defies genre, often drawing from everything from straight-ahead jazz to freestyle hip hop and all points in between. There’s an unpredictability to the night, which we enthusiastically embrace! Sometimes you’ll experience a finely tuned set and sometimes you can catch a totally improvised show by seven people who have never played together. The awesome creativity, excitement, and quality always shine through in The Kimmel Center’s informal club-like setting, featuring early warm-up sets by some of the hottest DJs around. And, it’s free!

Come see what all that Jazz is about!

On Saturday November 16th from 4pm-9pm we will host a Jazz Legends art exhibit! Featuring paintings, drawings, and collages from local artists of jazz musicians and culture ! Come find that stunning piece for your home or office space.

To give to the community, our first 1000 tickets will be free.

To give back to the arts, tickets are 1000, will be donation based

Throughout the night we will serve FREE DRINKS.

This event is family friendly! Please invite parents, co-workers, aunt’s, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Get tickets here : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-event-all-that-jazz-art-festival-tickets-71580211339

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Visual artists submit work here : phillyartshow.com/submit

Anyone looking to sponsor the event with event coverage, monetary support, and or refreshments email : phillyartcollective@gmail.com