Community Corner
‘Inner Jazz’ Multi-faith Meditation—September 8, 2013 at Kirkwood UCC
St. Louis, Mo. – August 16, 2013 . . . Inner Jazz continues its multi-faith meditative jazz series at 5:00 p.m. Sunday, September 8, at Kirkwood United Church of Christ, 1603 Dougherty Ferry Rd. St. Louis, MO.
Inner Jazz is a creative blend of jazz, storytelling, the arts, and meditation exploring timely themes from a multi-faith perspective. “It’s a unique opportunity to listen to great jazz improvisers and experience a soulful inner journey,” says Rev. Cliff Aerie, creator and co-host ofInner Jazz. “It’s a wonderful mix of inspiring music and sacred reflection—a true spiritual adventure.”
Performing on September 8 will be Two Times True, led by pianist Carolbeth True, with bassist Glen Smith and drummer David True. Carolbeth True is well known throughout the St. Louis musical community, as both a performing artist and teacher. She is heard regularly in concert venues and clubs around town. Carolbeth was the 2004 recipient of the St. Louis Magazine "Musician of the Year" Award. In 2007 she received the "St. Louis Arts Award for Excellence in the Arts," presented by the Arts and Education Council of St. Louis.
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“We’re very happy to have Carolbeth and her band performing at Inner Jazz,” notes Rev. Betsy Happel, pastor of Kirkwood United Church of Christ. “It’s a thrill to be co-host of the program, hear the musicians perform, and then to lead our eclectic gathering through a creative journey of spiritual discovery.”
The theme of this month’s program will be ‘Hints and Guesses on the Journey’ based on the poetry of T. S. Eliot. Revs. Aerie and Happel will weave together poetry, storytelling and visual imagery to complement the musical exploration of the musicians.
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Inner Jazz is free and open to everyone who enjoys great music, embraces imaginative possibilities, and seeks spiritual kinship with others. No reservations are required, and ample parking is available. A free-will offering will be received to help support the artistry of the musicians.
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