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February 2018
Naomi Nakanishi
This concert is presented by the Jazz 90.1 Live Concert Series, the only way listeners can hear these great groups is to tune in on the Jazz 90.1 app, or listen live at jazz901.org.
Find out more »Glenn Miller Orchestra Live!
Jazz90.1 WGMC is pleased to announce a Valentine’s Day show featuring the world famous Glenn Miller Orchestra. With hits such as In The Mood, String of Pearls, Pennsylvania 6-5000, and Moonlight Serenade, the Glenn Miller Orchestra has been an icon of the swing and big band sounds of the war era, entertaining audiences around the globe. The Orchestra returns to Rochester, NY under the musical direction of Nick Hilscher and a musician roster that has special ties to the Western NY and The Eastman School of…
Find out more »Allen Vizzutti
The Hilton School District Jazz Department and Hilton Music Boosters are presenting the 15th Annual Hilton Evening of Jazz on Friday, February 16 at 7 p.m. at Merton Williams Middle School. This year’s Evening of Jazz features trumpet player Allen Vizzutti! Tickets are $17 and can be purchased in advance or at the door, however seating is limited. Groups purchasing 10 or more tickets may reserve a table. For pre-sale tickets, contact Jared Streiff at 392-1000, ext. 2293
Find out more »Oscar Peterson Intl Jazz Festival – Michael Dease
As the world’s first (and only!) jazz festival bearing the name of Canada’s greatest jazz artist, the Oscar Peterson International Jazz Festival will honour and celebrate his legacy of excellence.The opening night concert International All-Star Jazz at the Philharmonic features multiple GRAMMY Award winners Cécile McLorin Salvant, Jon Faddis, Jimmy Greene, Michael Dease, Benny Green, Christian McBride, and Kenny Washington. "Born in Augusta, Georgia, Michael Dease is one of the top trombonists on the scene today. He has a gorgeous tone, and a flawless technique that…
Find out more »Oscar Peterson Intl Jazz Festival – Benny Green
As the world’s first (and only!) jazz festival bearing the name of Canada’s greatest jazz artist, the Oscar Peterson International Jazz Festival will honour and celebrate his legacy of excellence.The opening night concert International All-Star Jazz at the Philharmonic features multiple GRAMMY Award winners Cécile McLorin Salvant, Jon Faddis, Jimmy Greene, Michael Dease, Benny Green, Christian McBride, and Kenny Washington. "The brilliant pianist Benny Green was recognized by Oscar Peterson’s closest musical family: bassist Ray Brown, and Benny was a member of Ray's trio for many…
Find out more »Oscar Peterson Intl Jazz Festival – Jon Faddis
As the world’s first (and only!) jazz festival bearing the name of Canada’s greatest jazz artist, the Oscar Peterson International Jazz Festival will honour and celebrate his legacy of excellence.The opening night concert International All-Star Jazz at the Philharmonic features multiple GRAMMY Award winners Cécile McLorin Salvant, Jon Faddis, Jimmy Greene, Michael Dease, Benny Green, Christian McBride, and Kenny Washington. "Jon Faddis is a complete virtuoso and was born with a special gift for playing the trumpet. He was recognized early on in his career as…
Find out more »Oscar Peterson Intl Jazz Festival – Christian McBride
As the world’s first (and only!) jazz festival bearing the name of Canada’s greatest jazz artist, the Oscar Peterson International Jazz Festival will honour and celebrate his legacy of excellence.The opening night concert International All-Star Jazz at the Philharmonic features multiple GRAMMY Award winners Cécile McLorin Salvant, Jon Faddis, Jimmy Greene, Michael Dease, Benny Green, Christian McBride, and Kenny Washington. "We’re excited to have one of the most in-demand players on the scene joining our all-star lineup for our opening night of the festival: the incredible…
Find out more »Oscar Peterson Intl Jazz Festival – Cecile McLorin Salvant
As the world’s first (and only!) jazz festival bearing the name of Canada’s greatest jazz artist, the Oscar Peterson International Jazz Festival will honour and celebrate his legacy of excellence.The opening night concert International All-Star Jazz at the Philharmonic features multiple GRAMMY Award winners Cécile McLorin Salvant, Jon Faddis, Jimmy Greene, Michael Dease, Benny Green, Christian McBride, and Kenny Washington. "Cécile McLorin Salvant is a glorious gift to the world of music and has been recognized by critics and audiences alike, as one of the most…
Find out more »Oscar Peterson Intl Jazz Festival – Kenny Washington
As the world’s first (and only!) jazz festival bearing the name of Canada’s greatest jazz artist, the Oscar Peterson International Jazz Festival will honour and celebrate his legacy of excellence.The opening night concert International All-Star Jazz at the Philharmonic features multiple GRAMMY Award winners Cécile McLorin Salvant, Jon Faddis, Jimmy Greene, Michael Dease, Benny Green, Christian McBride, and Kenny Washington. "Besides being one of New York City's top-call drummers, Kenny Washington is one of the world’s experts of the history of jazz. He plays with a…
Find out more »Oscar Peterson Intl Jazz Festival – Celebrating Norman Granz
The historic 1792 St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake is the venue for screenings on Saturday afternoon of two documentaries produced by Norman Granz (one of which, Jammin’ the Blues, was nominated for an Oscar), as well as a JATP concert film. Tad Hershorn, jazz archivist and Granz biographer, will moderate, along with Jacques Muyal, long-time associate of Granz. The 2018 Festival will be dedicated to Norman Granz, celebrating the 100th anniversary of his birth. Impresario, record producer, civil rights activist,…
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