Jazz Foundation fundraiser salutes Joni Mitchell & Wayne Shorter
last evening . The occasion was the third annual Q & You dinner/fundraiser on behalf of the Jazz Foundation of America , hosted by Quincy Jones at Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Grill Jazz in Bel Air, Calif.
Up next, keyboardist/vocalist Davell Crawford prefaced the honoree tributes with a performance of “There’s a Place for Us” to salute recently deceased U.S. Representatives Elijah Cummings and John Conyers . Then for the next two hours—under the guidance of musical director/drummer Steve Jordan—a top-flight crew of session musicians backed the aforementioned performers in paying homage to Shorter and Mitchell. The players included percussionist Alex Acuna, pianist Rushen, guitarist Parker Jr.
“We have been really challenged with huge health and financial challenges,” Carolina shared after accepting the award. “And Herbie Hancock suggested that we reach out to the JFA. They are the most amazing people … what they do is unbelievable.” Actress/singer Wilson sang her self-penned song “Joni” before walking over to Mitchell’s table to present her award. “Stand up,” Wilson exhorted the packed house. “This woman has given us everything.”
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