Memphis’ Central High School Jazz Band won the world-wide Essentially Ellington Competition this weekend in New York City. These kids, lead by bandleader Dr. Ollie Liddell, were judged the best of 30 bands assembled from across the United States and as far away as Barcelona, Spain and Chiba, Japan. It’s an amazing accomplishment, and speaks volumes about the dedication, talent, perseverance, and soul of these kids and this teacher. We are immensely proud of these great Memphians! Check out this
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Memphis’ Central High School Jazz Band won the world-wide Essentially Ellington Competition this weekend in New York City. These kids, lead by bandleader Dr. Ollie Liddell, were judged the best of 30 bands assembled from across the United States and as far away as Barcelona, Spain and Chiba, Japan. It’s an amazing accomplishment, and speaks volumes about the dedication, talent, perseverance, and soul of these kids and this teacher. We are immensely proud of these great Memphians! Check out this
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