Search for books, articles, and more
Catalyst
Ethel’s Place
In this section
Extended through April 14, 2024
Exhibit Gallery, George Peabody Library
Admission is free
This landmark exhibition devoted to jazz vocalist Ethel Ennis (1932–2019) explores each era of the singer’s remarkable life—including Ethel’s Place, the storied Baltimore music club she owned with husband Earl Arnett.
Featuring some 130 items from the Sheridan Libraries’ Ethel Ennis and Earl Arnett Collection, the photographs, posters, unpublished written arrangements, audiovisual recordings, and other archival materials on display trace how Ennis connected with audiences worldwide through her artistry and personal philosophies while pioneering a music career deeply rooted in her hometown.
Related Events
Baltimore Jazz Futures: An Ethel's Place Panel Discussion and Jam Session
April 7th 2024 4:00 PM EDT to 6:00 PM EDT
Reflect on the past and envision the emerging future of Baltimore jazz during an evening of inspiring conversation and music featuring Sean Jones, John Fowler, Charles Covington, Tim Green, Brinae Ali, Charenee Wade, Ebban Dorsey, and more!
Ethel's Love Legacy—Ethel Ennis Celebration featuring Charenée Wade
February 21st 2024 7:00 PM EST to 9:00 PM EST
Join us at Baltimore's Creative Alliance for an evening of Ethel Ennis music and memories featuring Charenée Wade, the Peabody Jazz Ensemble, Earl Arnett, and Gaynell Colburn.
Ethel Ennis Birthday Bash
November 29th 2023 7:00 PM EST to 9:00 PM EST
Come out to Keystone Korner to hear some of Ethel Ennis' signature songs brought to life by Charanee Wade, Cyrus Chestnut, Brinae Ari, the Peabody Jazz Ensemble, and the Baltimore School for the Arts Jazz Ensemble
Gertrude Stein in Circles opening reception and concert
September 22nd 2024 2:00 PM EDT to 4:00 PM EDT
Join us for an opening celebration of Gertrude Stein in Circles: Spheres of Life and Writing, featuring light refreshments in the exhibit gallery followed by remarks and a concert of songs inspired by Stein's writings by her longtime collaborator Virgil Thomson and other American composers such as Ned Rorem and John Cage.
