Senator Thompson Hosts Community Jazz Concert In Celebration Of Black History Month

For Immediate Release: Friday, January 29, 2010
Contact: Heather Zeisz | zeisz@senate.state.ny.us | 716.854.8705
JoAnn Cole | jcole@senate.state.ny.us | 716.854.8705
Linda Walker | 716.284.5789

Buffalo, NY – Antoine M. Thompson, New York State Senator (D-Parts of Erie & Niagara Counties) will celebrate Black History Month with a community jazz concert on Thursday, February 4, 2010 at the Buffalo Museum of Science at 1020 Humboldt Parkway from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. 

“Every year I look forward to my Annual Jazz Concert,” stated Thompson.  “It is a relaxing and fun event and a great way to celebrate Black History Month.”

This year’s jazz concert will feature a mix of music and poetry from Members of the Love Supreme, Buffalo Academy for the Visual and Performing Arts Jazz Band, Niagara Falls High School Jazz Band, Mr. Vernon James, Mr. David Blackburn and Beautiful Music. 

Bennett Wells American Legion Post #1780 will also provide a historical art display recognizing African American Veterans.

Who:  NYS Senator Antoine M. Thompson, 60th District

What:  Black History Month Jazz Concert

Where: Buffalo Museum of Science, 1020 Humboldt Parkway - Buffalo

When:  Thursday, February 4, 2010, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

This event is free and open to the public

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