Jazz Educators of Iowa (JEI), an organization that serves the purpose of furthering Jazz education in the State of Iowa. chose Ed as their 2026 Hall of Fame inductee.

The induction took place at the Iowa Bandmaster's Association Annual Conference during the Iowa All-State Jazz Bands Concert. Long time friend and colleague Steve Shanley made the introduction during the concert's intermission d handed Ed a commemorative plaque. The audience gave Ed a standing ovation and Ed gave a short, heartfelt thank you to JEI for all they do for jazz education and for the recognition bestowed upon him, noting the prestigious Hall of Fame inductees before him.

Orquesta Alto Maiz now boasts 7 JEI Hall of Fame inductees: Bob Washut, Al Naylor, Steve Shanley, Rich Medd, Jim Dreier, Steve Grismore and Ed East. 

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Ed East is featured with Lisbon H.S. Jazz band!

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First, we would like to thank all of you, our fans, for being there! This band is still alive (and kickin'!) because of you. We love playing music for you the listeners, the dancers, the musicians, los salseros, the catz, and for everyone who loves a live band that can deliver!

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The individual members of OAM continue their long list of accomplishments.

Most recently, band leader, percussionist, vocalist Ed East was a guest artist with the Lisbon High School jazz band as part of the Jazz Corridor Project led by Cedar Rapids Jazz radio station KCCK. Ed was impressed by the musical selection and the outstanding performance given by the band under the direction of Joseph Arch.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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