RICHMOND, Va. -- The Mingus Awareness Project will descend on Richmond this weekend. The concert series featuring some of Richmond's most accomplished jazz musicians and raises money for the ALS Association. Renowned jazz bassist Charles Mingus died from the effects of ALS in 1979 at age 56.
Peter McElhinney is a Marketing Lead for Style Weekly, a local publication in Richmond, Virginia. With a focus on the local arts and culture scene, Peter writes articles highlighting upcoming events, music performances, festivals, and other happenings in the Richmond area.