The article discusses a sold-out fundraiser hosted by San Jose Jazz on June 22 to support its Jazz Aid Fund, initiated due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This fund specifically benefits Bay Area musicians and encourages the creation of new music. The event honors the late Henry Schiro, who served as San Jose Jazz's executive director from 1988 to 2004. It reflects on the historical significance of venues like Garden City and the community's deep jazz roots, offering nostalgia as well as a commitment to supporting current artists.
"This Sunday, June 22, San Jose Jazz will host a sold-out fundraiser for its Jazz Aid Fund, providing direct support for Bay Area musicians creating new works."
"The event honors the musical legacy of Henry Schiro, San Jose Jazz's executive director from 1988 to 2004, marking a moment long overdue."
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