Piano Starts Here: Baltimore to Harlem-the Origins of Jazz, East Coast Edition

Contrary to the popular belief that Jazz originated in New Orleans, the truth is that it was germinating all over the country in the early 20th century. The Eastern Seaboard was one hotbed, with influential musicians in most major cities, eventually culminating in the dominance of the great stride pianists of the Harlem Rennaissance.

Piano Starts Here highlights the work of some of the most prolific and talented composers and pianists to have ever tackled the instrument. Each of the performances brings together Seattle's finest pianists to perform the works of the artist selected for that evening on the Royal Room's Steinway B grand piano. This series is sponsored by KNKX and the South Hudson Music Project.