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Sunday - May 18
The Mitchell Celebration Jam

Friends and colleagues of the late bassist, Edred Mitchell will perform for a benefit at the historic Liberty Theatre; May 18, 2008 from 6-9 PM

Performers include:

Ed Cox, Kevin Vannoy, Robert Orr, Suzanne Swan, Lou Vallee, Fred Ezekiel, Paul VanderGheynst, George Corradino, Jim Evans, and special guest Bill Perry

Donations are requested, all proceeds will go to Edred's wife, Montheletha (Litha) Mitchell and their sons, Brandon and MarQuen.

Tax deductible donations can also be made at any CB&T and its Synovus affiliates. Checks should be made payable to: The Columbus Jazz Society/Mitchell.

Need more info?
Call the Liberty Theatre -- 706/653-7566
Call Corrinne Cox - - 706-689-0303, 706- 587-7769

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2008 JAZZ Events Schedule:
May 4, 2008: The Columbus State University Jazz Band
June 8, 2008: Gordon Vernick
July 13, 2008: Suzanne Swan & Lou Vallee
August 10, 2008: Trey Wright - guitar
September 14, 2008: The Atlanta Seventeen - Big Band
Ocotober 12, 2008: Dallas Smith - woodwind
November 9, 2008:Mace Hibbard - saxophone
December 14, 2008: Scholarship Fund-Raiser - Kevin Vannoy

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Edred Mitchell

Local Jazz Bassist and long-time supporter of the Columbus Jazz Society passed away March 7th after a long illness with brain cancer. He was later buried on March 12th. Edred is survived by his wife, Letha, and two sons, Brandin and MarQuen. Unfortunately, his mother died the previous month on February 18th. Our hearts and prayers go out to this grieving family for their loss. Edred was a mentor and a leader by example. He brought out the best in everyone. We will always remember his kindness, strong spirit, and great talent. He not only played jazz with various groups and individuals, but also performed with the Montgomery Symphony, was a music teacher, and a composer. He will be missed by everyone that knew him and his music.
EDRED MITCHELL BIO