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Geri Allen (June 12, 1957 – June 27, 2017) was a visionary pianist, composer, and educator who helped redefine modern jazz. Born in Pontiac, Michigan, and based in Philadelphia later in life, she built a career that fused post-bop with free jazz and African-inflected textures, earning her a place among the most influential voices in contemporary jazz. Allen is widely associated with the M-Base movement, a collective that emphasized rhythm, composition, and collective improvisation. Her work as a leader and co-leader showcased a rare ability to blend scholarship with soulful expression, making her an essential figure for students and fans alike.

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Beyond performance, Allen dedicated herself to education, shaping jazz studies programs at major universities and mentoring the next generation of musicians, particularly women in jazz. Her legacy extends through her recordings, scholarly contributions, and ongoing influence on contemporary pianists and composers.

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Explore Geri Allen's discography, including acclaimed albums like Perfection (2016) and Grand River Crossings (2013), along with posthumous releases such as A Lovesome Thing (2023) and Live at the Village Vanguard: Unissued Tracks (2022). For fans seeking a deeper connection, Bandcamp hosts many of her releases, while her public-facing memorials and official sites provide further context about her impactful career. When you secure tickets to live performances or tribute events, you’re supporting a lasting legacy in jazz education and creativity.

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Quick Facts About Geri Allen

  • Born June 12, 1957, in Pontiac, Michigan; died June 27, 2017, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
  • Pioneer pianist/composer known for blending post-bop, free jazz, and African-influenced textures; widely associated with the M-Base movement.
  • First woman to win Denmark’s Jazzpar Prize (1996); Guggenheim Fellowship (2008); Soul Train Lady of Soul Award for jazz album of the year for Twenty-One (1995).
  • Directed jazz studies programs at University of Pittsburgh (appointed 2013) and previously taught at University of Michigan; long-time educator and advocate for women in jazz.
  • Complete discography as leader/co-leader includes posthumous releases A Lovesome Thing (2023) and Live at the Village Vanguard: Unissued Tracks (2022), plus Perfection (2016) and Grand River Crossings (2013).
  • Social media/online presence includes Bandcamp for releases and the public-facing site referenced in obituaries; official site content has varied over time.

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Geri Allen Discography

  • A Lovesome Thing
    2023 · Motéma / Heartcore
  • Live at the Village Vanguard: Unissued Tracks
    2022 · Somethin' Cool
  • Perfection
    2016 · Motéma
  • Grand River Crossings: Motown & Motor City Inspirations
    2013 · Motéma
  • A Child Is Born
    2011 · Motéma
  • Geri Allen & Timeline Live
    2010 · Motéma
  • Flying Toward the Sound
    2010 · Motéma
  • Timeless Portraits and Dreams
    2006 · Telarc
  • The Life of a Song
    2004 · Telarc
  • The Gathering
    1998 · Verve
  • Eyes in the Back of Your Head
    1997 · Blue Note
  • Some Aspects of Water
    1997 · Storyville
  • Twenty One
    1994 · Blue Note
  • Maroons
    1992 · Blue Note
  • The Nurturer
    1991 · Blue Note
  • Live at the Village Vanguard
    1991 · DIW
  • In the Year of the Dragon
    1989 · JMT
  • Twylight
    1989 · Minor Music
  • Segments
    1989 · DIW
  • Open on All Sides in the Middle
    1987 · Minor Music

Explore Geri Allen's discography, including acclaimed albums like Perfection (2016) and Grand River Crossings (2013), along with posthumous releases such as A Lovesome Thing (2023) and Live at the Village Vanguard: Unissued Tracks (2022). For fans seeking a deeper connection, Bandcamp hosts many of her releases, while her public-facing memorials and official sites provide further context about her impactful career. When you secure tickets to live performances or tribute events, you’re supporting a lasting legacy in jazz education and creativity.

Upcoming tour information is provided here as dates are announced. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward access to tickets and concert details, so you can focus on the music and the moment.

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