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Saxophonist Jimmie Lunceford was the first jazz band director in Memphis’ public school system. He formed the Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra that became well known as one of the top swing-era orchestras in the country. The horn sections of swing-style…
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We're celebrating Memphis music all month long this October. Scroll for trip ideas to help you discover the city's legendary music attractions. Then, start counting down to the first-ever Memphis Music on Main Street Festival, Oct. 29: a new, free…
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Teachers from Red Hot Lindy Hop give the basics of East Coast Swing.
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When you think of Memphis music legends, where does your mind go? Elvis? B.B.? JT? The truth is, “The biggest thing to come out of Memphis musically in the last 30 years is rap,” explains James “ IMAKEMADBEATS” Dukes, CEO, producer and engineer at…
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This will be a one-of-a-kind event you won’t want to miss! If you fish or love the outdoors, there will be something here for everyone.
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Food & Wine Magazine, November 2017"When stars like Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson record at Willie Mitchell's Royal Studios, they get a soul food dinner as a bonus." READ MORE
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Memphis has been shaped by its civil rights history, and that crosses over into its music tradition. Artists including Isaac Hayes and The Staple Singers used their music to inform and influence listeners on civil rights and social issues of their…
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With classics from “Love Me Tender” to “Love and Happiness” by Memphis music icons Elvis Presley and Al Green, you know the home of blues, soul and rock ‘n’ roll has a romantic side. But when it comes to weddings, this city’s the total package. We…
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オーバートン公園内に広大な動物園 メンフィス動物園は、オーバートン公園内にある動物公園で、エントランスがエジプト神殿を思わせる造りになっています。この動物園は70エーカーの広大な敷地で、テネシー州では最大、アメリカ国内でもトップ５に入る動物園です。世界中の動物約500種の動物が見られます。ここにいる２頭のパンダは動物園のアイドル。その他、白ヒョウ、ローランドゴリラ、至近距離で見られるホッキョクグマなど見どころが豊富です。2008年にトリップ・アドバイザーで"アメリカの動物園No.1"…