Trombonist, composer and artist Dick Griffin, who usually leads small ensembles down interesting paths, will take another exciting journey.
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Griffin has been rehearsing variations of his big band for over a year at the Musicians Union Local 801. He said, “these rehearsals and the upcoming gig at the pier allows me to extend the music with multiple possibilities.” Some of the band members will include trombonist Frank Lacy, trumpeters James Zoller and Jon Mark McGowan. This event is sponsored by the Jazz Foundation of America.
The happening kicks off on July 17 with Kenny, Benny & Bop! Featuring NEA Jazz Master Kenny Barron and Benny Green leading a five-pianist celebration in two piano configurations featuring the creative imagery of Helen Sung, Joe Block and Diehl with the lively rhythm support of bassist Peter Washington and drummer Willie Jones III.
The 25-year-old Cameroonian American Ekep Nkwelle is a vocalist of the futureNow. She effortlessly reconstructs jazz standards and sings the blues in her own unique style. She was a finalist in the Sarah Vaughan Vocal Competition. Nkwelle has opened for both Cécile McLorin Salvant and Regina Carter, performed with classical musician Lang Lang,
This season’s concerts are in 92NY’s Kaufmann Concert Hall and the recently renovated Buttenwieser Hall at the Arnhold Center. Shows are 7:30 p.m. For a complete schedule and ticket information visit www.92ny.org/jazzinjuly.
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