Fareed Simpson

I’m beginning 2023 with the publication of my article in a peer reviewed journal - Indiana University Press Jazz Education in Research and Practice - it’s a big deal! The amount of research, study and synthesis that went into Second…

This past weekend was a serious musical and cultural experience of fellowship among musicians from all across the country convening in the Kennedy Center's Opera House in Washington, D.C. Club Quarantine Live with D-Nice and Igmar Thomas' Revive Orchestra. A…

Saxophone City - A tribute to Philadelphia's great saxophone legacy

I was awarded a Black Music City grant from REC Philly for this project, celebrating Juneteenth. Featuring Philly Saxophonists Yesseh Furaha Ali, Josh Lee, Tim Warfield, and Kynoebi Simpson. In…

Here's a picture from the Philadelphia 76ers halftime show. Round 1, Game 1. An electrifying experience as the Sixers were up during halftime and subsequently won the game. The dancers, entertainers, stuntmen and drum line were featured. The four SnackTime…

Wow!! Honored to be featured in Temple Now. The Second Line Bebop Series was so much fun to create, and I learned so much. It feels great to be recognized as a part of the Temple story. 

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The Premiere of The Second Line Bebop Series was a success! So much love and support from the community. The reception was appreciation of both entertainment and educational components.

Click here to watch!!! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUpTdRPJ8_t5mOPZ66KFHn0JMTYKGcWEk

View the Second Line Bebop Series Trailer!!!

This production is about the cultural parallels between Philly and New Orleans - focusing on jazz music.

Premiering January 24th, 6PM

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