Music, memories fill the air at San Jose Jazz fundraiser
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In San Jose's Rose Garden neighborhood, around 200 attendees celebrated a fundraiser for San Jose Jazz, honoring Henry Schiro, a pivotal figure in its history. Schiro's contributions included attracting significant sponsors and shaping the San Jose Jazz Festival into a major event. City Councilmember Michael Mulcahy reminisced about Schiro's unique priorities, such as optimizing weather for beer sales. The family shared fond memories of his dedication to San Jose's jazz community. The festive gathering also supported the Jazz Aid Fund, which assists musicians in creating new works during challenging times.
The event also served as an opportunity to honor Henry Schiro, a key figure in the growth of the San Jose Jazz Festival, showcasing his legacy.
City Councilmember Michael Mulcahy highlighted Schiro's commitment to the festival, recalling how he prioritized factors that maximized revenue through beer sales.
Memories shared by his family emphasized Schiro's love for San Jose and his passion for promoting young jazz artists during his tenure.
The fundraiser for the Jazz Aid Fund, initially created in response to COVID-19, now enables musicians to produce new works amidst ongoing challenges.
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