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A Celebration of Clifford Murphy
By Monique Ward
The Truth Contributor
At The Toledo Club, Friday February 4, family, friends and
fans of Toledo jazz legend Clifford Murphy gathered to
celebrate the former owner of Murphy's Jazz Club's 84th
birthday.
The main dining room was full of jazz lovers who enjoyed
many outstanding performances including: vocalist Glenda
Biddlestone, Joel Hazzard on bass, Nelson Overton on drums,
Mike Lorenz on piano. Special appearances by jazz vocalist,
John Crawford and drummer Sean Dobbins of Detroit.
Toledo's own Jean Holden also sang accompanied by pianist
Josh Silver as did vocalist Shelia Fleming of Toledo.
Christopher Joseph of Sylvania sang his own jazz rendition
of “My Funny Valentine” for an appreciative audience.
Everyone enjoyed a full course dinner catered by The Toledo
Club. It was evident that Murphy enjoyed the show put on in
his honor. He thanked everyone for attending and
appreciation cards were passed out prior to the conclusion
of the party.
Jean Holden |
