MANAGER’S MESSAGE

March is Women’s History Month. 91.9 Wendy Williams WCLK proudly salutes all the trailblazing women who are making a difference each day. Fresh off the heels of the United States Presidential Inauguration, Vice President Kamala Harris checks all the boxes for historical achievement. She is the first female VPOTUS, an African American who is also Asian American, she hails from an HBCU, and is a member of the prestigious Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Kamala Harris Incorporated. We recognize how her ascent to the second highest office in the land resonates with women on so many levels.

This month we also acknowledge our own ladies of Jazz. Beginning with 30-year Veteran, Debb Moore, host of not one but two prominent shows Debb Moore on Jazz 91.9 WCLK, Jazz at Sundown and Sunday Jazz Suite. We pay high honor to Rivablue, 15-year host of Midday Jazz and Fonda Smith, news, and traffic anchor for Jazz 91.9 since 2000. It is with distinction that we recognize facilitator and host of WCLK’s The Local Take, Kiplyn Primus, who has carved out an impressive public affairs presence on Jazz 91.9, Rivablue for the past 10 years. And, many of you have had some firsthand dealings with Joi John, who for 20 years has handled membership transactions with impeccable care. As well, we extend much appreciation to Dahlia Williams, senior staff assistant, for her daily administrative contributions. Fonda Smith

At Jazz 91.9 WCLK, you do not have to look far Jazz 91.9 WCLK and wide to recognize incredible women who are Affiliations making a difference in your daily life. This manager’s message is a simple reminder to appreciate the ladies who are near and dear to you. Moreover, talk about accomplishments, I am proud to serve Jazz 91.9 WCLK as General Kiplyn Primus Manager for the past 27 years.

Celebrate all the great Women this month and beyond. Salute ladies and Happy Women’s History Month!

Joi John .

SPRING MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN March 26 - April 1

A year ago seems like a lifetime. As we prepare for our annual Spring membership Campaign, March 26 through April 1, we are reminded that just a year ago our Spring campaign came to an abrupt end, in two days, thanks to a thing called COVID-19. We cancelled our most successful campaign of the year not knowing what the financial future would hold for your Jazz station. Would we be able to continue our service of great music and community service? Would the programming you have come to expect 24/7 be interrupted? Would WCLK continue to be here for you and your family?

Thanks to so many listeners becoming members in 2020, we were able to continue our service of music excellence and community service. We have arrived at this point together…and we thank you. This year starts anew with hope and faith and so does our 2021 Spring membership campaign.

We know this is still a journey we take together, and we thank you in advance for your support March 26 through April 1. Jazz 91.9 WCLK A Sound Investment for the Future. MEET OUR NONPROFIT PARTNER FOR 2021 |MEDCURA HEALTH

MedCura Health, formerly Oakhurst Medical Centers, Inc., is a 501C (3) nonprofit organization established in 1978 as a community based grassroots not-for profit health care center, providing quality and affordable healthcare services to underserved and underinsured individuals and families in our community. MedCura Health is a designated (FQHC) Federally Qualified Community Health Center When will I receive and a member of the National Association of my year-end tax receipt for my donation? Community Health Centers and the Georgia Primary Care Association. If you did not receive your year-end tax donation receipt for 2020 in the mail MedCura Health has been on the frontline of the or via email, please contact COVID 19 Pandemic providing thousands of Membership Services at people in underserved communities with free (404) 880-8280 or email COVID 19 testing. They are also gearing up to WCLK’s Membership offer COVID vaccines as well. Please join us in Services Manager, welcoming our new nonprofit partner Medcura Joi John at Health (formerly Oakhurst Medical Centers). To [email protected]. learn more visit www.medcura.org.

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Join Jazz 91.9 WCLK’s The Local Take with Kiplyn Primus for a Virtual Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, March 18, 6:00 p.m., Eastern Standard Time. The event will take place on the WCLK You Tube Channel. The virtual town hall will feature insightful information and what families need to know about the COVID-19 Vaccine.

The event will also address the importance of pandemic basics like social distancing, wearing masks, washing hands, maintaining positive mental health and how to navigate this new economy. Stay tuned to 91.9 and WCLK.com for more information.

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Morris Baxter Rivablue Jamal Ahmad Debb Moore

WCLK ANNOUNCERS Contact Morris Baxter Morning Jazz Rivablue Midday Jazz Joi John Jamal Ahmad SOUL of Jazz Saturday Evening Jazz for WCLK Debb Moore Jazz at Sundown David C. Serenade to the City volunteer Sunday Jazz Suite opportunities Rodney Evans Joy in the Morning Rob Maynard Mainstream and Modern [email protected] Fonda Smith News/Traffic Reporter Kiplyn Primus The Local Take Ray Cornelius UPFRONT

WCLK ADVISORY BOARD Richard Dent, chair WCLK STAFF DIRECTORY John Hall, co chair Wendy Williams, general manager Earnest Davis Jea Delsarte David C. Linton, program director Donald Edwards Terry Keels Reggie Hicks, membership director Hugh Rowden Tom Rowland James Locklin, corporate sales director Nedra White-Shaw Sheryl Sellaway Shed Jackson, communications and marketing director Sheila Tenney Harold Watkins Rob Maynard, operations manager Jahmi Wellman, production coordinator Joi John, membership manager

JAZZETTE EDITORIAL BOARD Ray Cobb, underwriting and sales

Wendy Williams, editor in chief Kerwin D. Sims, membership producer Shed Jackson, managing editor, design & layout Dahlia Williams, senior staff assistant Reggie Hicks, copywriter Volume 14, Issue 3 Page 4

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CATCH THE FLO Sat. | 2P - 4P The Local Take w/ Kiplyn Primus Saturdays, 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

UPFRONT Inside Atlanta’s Entertainment What kind of singing did Louis Armstrong Industry popularize? Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM A. Opera B. Scat C. Chopping D. Pop

CAU Now B Answer: Fourth Saturdays 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM LIVE MUSIC & EVENTS

Friday Jazz hosted by Jamal Ahmad Connect with Friday, March 19 from 6P - 9P Jazz 91.9 WCLK: High Museum of Art 1280 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30309

Copyright © 2020 Jazz 91.9 WCLK. Clark Atlanta University. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction without permission is prohibited.

Jazz 91.9 WCLK, a 501(c) 3 non profit radio station licensed to Clark Atlanta University, is committed to preserving the legacy of Jazz through dynamic Jazz musical selections, cultural programming and community-focused initiatives. Founded in 1974, Jazz 91.9 WCLK broadcasts a mix of Classic and Contemporary Jazz and Gospel music. WCLK is a nonprofit, member supported, National Public Radio (NPR) affiliate station that serves the interest of the citizens in Greater Atlanta. For more station information, programming details, and to listen on the Web, please visit: www.wclk.com. Volume 14, Issue 3 Page 5

Scotty Barnhart is an acclaimed jazz trumpeter, leader, composer, arranger, educator, author and now in his twentieth year with the legendary Count Basie Orchestra has been appointed as their new Director.

A Two-time Grammy Award winner with the Basie Orchestra, three critically acclaimed recordings by pianist Marcus Roberts and over ten recordings with the likes of Tony Bennett, Diana Krall, , and Tito Puente, Scotty released his debut solo CD 'Say It Plain' on the Unity Music label. Scotty invited Clark Terry, Ellis and , Marcus Roberts, Jamie Davis and Etienne Charles to share his compositions and love of standards on Con Alma, Giant Steps and Barnhart's own, Dedicated To You. Say It Plain achieved No. 3 in the Jazz Charts and has received celebrated reviews.

Acknowledged as one of the authorities on the history of jazz trumpet, he intently researched and wrote the ground breaking book The World of Jazz Trumpet - A Comprehensive History and Practical Philosophy. For more information about Scotty Barnhart, visit: www.scottybarnhart.com.

The Jazzette Readers Music Poll, March Issue selection is Authentic Life by Richard Elliot. Authentic Life, produced by Richard and his long-time collaborator Rick Braun, STAFF PICKS overflows with Richard's ebullient spirit Amazon.

Authentic Life track list: 1. Snapshot 2. Walk with Me 3. Right on Time 4. Authentic Life 5. Move Ahead Silk 6. Living Inside Myself WaKaNa 7. Elegant People 8. Moon Gazer 9. Secrets 10. Boogie

Future Stride CD of the month is your choice! The tally of reader responses determine the spotlight. Send your favorite Emmet Cohen CD titles for preview and voting consideration to: [email protected].

Clark Atlanta University Alumnus and Board Chairman Emeritus Carl Ware and supporters of CAU, WCLK, establishes the CAU/WCLK 91.9 Lionel Frederick “Freddy” Cole Jazz Legacy Endowed Scholarship.

The endowed scholarship will help preserve the art of Jazz while providing scholarships for students majoring in music with a concentration in Jazz, instrumental, vocals or music production and support for Jazz 91.9 WCLK.