Local Music

A group stands outside of the music academy building sometime in the 1950s. (Photo credit: Charlie Parker Memorial Foundation)

curiousKC | Where is the Charlie Parker Memorial Foundation’s Music School now?

The Charlie Parker Memorial Foundation school of music was lauded in the ’70s for getting kids “off the streets,” and “into the arts.” Local jazz artist asked: “What happened to it?”

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Davey's Uptown Ramblers Club

Outpouring of Love for Fire-Ravaged Davey’s Uptown Ramblers Club

A devastating fire Saturday morning at Davey’s Uptown Ramblers Club has prompted an outpouring of reaction among members of the Kansas City performing community.

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Host of Open Sessions in KC

Open Sessions Builds a Community of Black Creatives in Kansas City

Breasia Hayeshas has created Open Sessions, a bi-weekly open mic night at the Buffalo Room in Westport that is focused on black artists and performers in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Man playing guitar on a stool

Season of Giving: Healthcare for Musicians

KC musicians can get help with ER costs and other resources thanks to this local charity.

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Kid playing a trumpet

Season of Giving: The Gift of Music

This KC charity helps make music education accessible for all kids in the KC area.

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