Explore, Network, & Vibe: Third Thursdays at the American Jazz Museum

1616 East 18th Street,Kansas City MO 64108

16 September, 2021

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The American Jazz Museum presents Third Thursdays, a community-driven evening with free museum admission, a networking event, and live music The evening's schedule From 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm, the museum has free admission for all to explore!Starting at 6:00 pm, journalist and author Toriano Porter will lead a networking event and discussion inside The Blue Room, the museum's jazz club.Starting at 7:30 pm, bring a chair and/or blankets to attend a free concert by the American Jazz Museum's Jay McShann Pavilion featuring Keith Newton and Darron J. & The Go Hard Band. Get To Know Toriano Porter Toriano Porter is a national award-winning opinion writer for the Kansas City Star Editorial Board. A native of St. Louis, Toriano has called Kansas City home since 2007. He is a three-time author, distinguished motivational speaker and dedicated mentor to young people in the metropolitan area. Get To Know Keith Newton Keith A. Newton I was born in Kansas City,Mo. He is a husband, father, grandfather, the Pastor and Minister of Music of the Christian Tabernacle Church of God in Christ Keith and his wife, Rhonda, have been married since 1992. Keith has been involved in music all of his life. He started playing drums for the church at the age of 5 years old. He started playing bass guitar at the age of 12, organ at the age of 1-7 and he became C.T.'s Minister of Music at the age of 21. He started writing, arranging, and rearranging songs at the age of 22. Get To Know Darren J. & Go Hard Band Go Hard, established by band leader and CEO Darron J, is one of Kansas City's premier bands. They have independently, and through various partnerships, been a part of some of Kansas City's biggest events. With the goal to always be on the cutting edge, Darron J. has assembled a talented and unique group of musicians who have formulated an unmatched and versatile sound. Go Hard has played various genres of music including R&B, Soul, Hip Hop, Pop, and Country. Marketing, promoting, and branding are a major focal point of Go Hard Band and they are passionate about making sure the presentation is impeccable. Go Hard also has an apparel line, making sure that they are represented and known locally as well as globally. Go Hard's motto is "A Brand, Not Just a Band."