Ella Gahnt and the Vince Evans Trio

ELLA GAHNT AND THE VINCE EVANS TRIO

Tribute to Carmita Poe: Philly’s Greatest Champion of Music

Ella Gahnt, the celebrated Philadelphia-based jazz vocalist, presents an unforgettable evening honoring the legacy of Carmita Poe, a beloved figure in the jazz community. Known as “Philly’s Greatest Supporter of Music”, Carmita was a tireless advocate for jazz, a dedicated patron of the East Coast Jazz Festival and later the Mid Atlantic Jazz Festival, and a passionate promoter of live performances across the region.

Carmita’s love for jazz vocals, especially singers who brought individuality and authenticity to their interpretations of standards, made her a cornerstone of the Philadelphia jazz scene. She was affectionately known as the Pied Piper of Music, keeping her community informed of every must-see show and rallying the “Philly Crew” for unforgettable bus trips to festivals, especially the last 14 of the 15 Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festivals.

Though we lost Carmita this past July, her legacy resonates deeply in the jazz world. Ella Gahnt’s tribute at the Mid Atlantic Jazz Festival, Carmita’s favorite venue, will celebrate her life with renditions of the jazz standards she loved most, capturing the spirit of her enduring passion for music.

Join us on the new Ronnie’s Stage at the new venue, the Marriott, by the way!  2025 MAJF Motto – Playing the Changes!

Don’t miss this opportunity to honor a true champion of jazz, as Ella Gahnt brings Carmita Poe’s legacy to life in song.