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Honoring the memory of John Stites and his passion for jazz music
Honoring the memory of John Stites and his passion for jazz music
Posted August 12, 2021
Tim Collins of WBCK talked with musicians who played in bands and recorded with John and the significance of both his musical legacy and the endowment he made to support jazz in this community.
Kalamazoo Recording Engineer’s Music Legacy Lives on with Jazz Artist Trust (WBCK)
Recording with John was always a treat ... his gentle demeanor was deeply appreciated.
Mark Sahlgren
The John Stites Jazz Awards (JSJA) are funded by the John Stites Jazz Artist Organization.
The organization funds advanced studies for emerging and established professional jazz musicians, as well as personal development projects which enhance their career opportunities.