The 8th annual Jazz Matters at the Wren’s Nest summer concert on July 26 will pay tribute to the memory of now-shuttered Dante’s Down the Hatch.
Among Atlanta’s various jazz venues, none rival the iconic status of Dante’s, renowned for hosting jazz performances six nights a week for over 40 years at its Underground and Buckhead locations, according to a press release from the Wren’s Nest.
The concert aims to revive the nostalgic music and memories of that era, featuring performances reminiscent of Dante’s resident bands like The Paul Mitchell Trio and The John Robertson Trio, along with other artists who graced its stage.
Special performances will include Edwin Williams & Friends and singer/actor Tony Hightower. Edwin Williams, the founder of Jazz Matters Inc,, performed as the acoustic bass player at Dante’s for more than 23 years.
The organization, founded in 2016, is a nonprofit dedicated to promoting the art of jazz. They have been preserving the essence of jazz through their summer concert series at The Wren’s Nest since 2016. The Wren’s Nest is the historic house museum of author Joel Chandler Harris in Atlanta’s Historic West End.
These outdoor concerts have been a highlight for jazz enthusiasts in the metro area, offering options to bring a picnic, reserve a table, or enjoy lawn seating while experiencing Atlanta’s top jazz in a historic setting.
Tables for 10 can be reserved for $400, and individual tickets are priced at $30. Attendees are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages, picnic baskets, and fully immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere.
For more information about the concert, visit www.yesjazzmatters.org.
