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Manty Ellis: Godfather of Milwaukee Jazz | Milwaukee News
Manty Ellis, the godfather of Milwaukee jazz, passed away at 93, leaving behind a legacy that shaped the city’s sound since the 60s. Honored nationally as a Jazz Legacies Fellow with a $100K grant, Ellis didn’t just play music—he built a foundation to preserve it, mentoring artists and dreaming up a community performance space to keep jazz alive and thriving. His vision? That music’s roots matter, and his work ensures his impact echoes far beyond the stage. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an…
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