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Next Generation Jazz Summit, Day 1
Educational Event Mon, Jul 6 The Next Generation Jazz Summit will kick off on Monday, July 6th at... |
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UPDATED MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2009
*NOTE: The American Jazz Museum exhibit will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2009 in recognition of Independence Day. The Blue Room will be open that evening for two shows featuring the McFadden Brothers. For more information on upcoming events, please refer to the calendar. *Performing in the Blue RoomMonday, June 29 >> Louis Neal Big BandThursday, July 2 >> Doug Talley Quintet Friday, July 3 >> Indigo Hour w/Soul's Poem Friday, July 3 >> Jazz Disciples Saturday, July 4 >> McFadden Brothers ------------------------------------------------------------ Next Generation Jazz Summit >> July 6-7, 2009With a lineup featuring the KCMO All-District Jazz Ensemble, the KCMO National Teen Poetry Slam Team, the American Jazz Museum Jazz Future ensemble, the Kansas City Youth Jazz Ensemble, the Houston All-City Jazz Ensemble and the Monterey Jazz Festival Next Generation Jazz Orchestra, the Next Generation Jazz Summit will play host to the best and brightest young artists on Monday & Tuesday, July 6-7, 2009.*All performances in the Blue Room are free and open to the public. For more information on Monday's sessions, click here. For more information on Tuesday's sessions, click here. ------------------------------------------------------------ *Now Open in the Changing Gallery: "SOLO"Featuring 40 dazzling quilts designed by artist Sonié Joi Ruffin, this exhibit celebrates the visual majesty of African-American quilts and also explores the African-American social experience in the Historic 12th and 18th & Vine Districts - and jazz.Based on two of Ruffin's books, Soulful Art of African-American Quilts and Opening Day, both published by the quilt book division of the Kansas City Star, the exhibit also features unique memories and short pieces written by Sonié, a master storyteller. For more information on "SOLO," Sonié Ruffin, and scheduled public programs, go to the Changing Gallery page. ------------------------------------------------------------ Jazz Storytelling Returns for the SummerA free program featuring vocalist Lisa Henry, storyteller Brother John, bassist Tyrone Clark and drummer Mike Warren, Jazz Storytelling introduces children to the sights and sounds of jazz music through interactive stories and songs. Each session explores a new topic, including jazz, its history and its legends. For upcoming dates, call 816-474-8463 or view the calendar. For a printable, one-page flier with dates and more information on Jazz Storytelling, click here. *Please allow proper time for download. |
