Featuring James Weidman, Esperanza Spalding, Francisco Mela, Otis Brown III. Hailed by The New York Times as “one of the greatest musicians in jazz history,” Grammy Award winning saxophone giant Joe Lovano has distinguished himself as a leader with his band Us Five, who received the 2012 Jazz Journalist Award for Small Ensemble of the Year. Enjoy a complimentary coffee reception with the artist after the performance. Saturday, January 19 8:00 pm Ballroom Reserved Seating $45. More about Joe Lovano Lovano’s impressive career includes eight Grammy nominations with a win in the Best Large Ensemble category for his 2000 album “52nd Street Themes.” Since 2009, Lovano’s main vehicle for his exploration of jazz has been Us Five, a dynamic young band—which features drummers Otis Brown III and Francisco Mela, pianist James Weidman, and bassist Esperanza Spalding, the surprise new artist of the year winner over Justin Bieber in 2011 at the Grammys.
No comments :
Post a Comment