2012 Festival June 1-10

Riffs On Jazz

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RIffs On Jazz

Below you will find interviews with Charles Fishman, DC Jazz Festival Executive Producer and former personal manager/producer of jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie, about his life in the world of jazz. Check back soon for updates from Mr. Fishman as well as other members of the jazz community!

To view all of the current interviews, visit the DC Jazz Festival YouTube channel!

Dizzy Gillespie loses bag at Lagos airport

Charles Fishman becomes Dizzy Gillespie's Manager

Dizzy Gillespie and the United Nation Jazz Orchestra

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