This concert has been rescheduled (originally Oct. 19, 2013).
The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (SJMO), led by artistic director Charlie Young, presents another spectacular concert series delving into jazz’s greatest works and performers in small ensembles or as full orchestra.
Don’t miss a chance to hear this orchestra, founded in 1990 with an appropriation from the U.S. Congress in recognition of jazz’s importance in American cultural life. What other national treasure can claim to be as cool?
“The SJMO is renowned for reviving classic jazz tunes with an engaging blend of fidelity and finesse,” says the Washington Post. Jazz Times hails the group’s “vitality and skill,” and the New Yorker calls it "the best jazz repertory band in the country."
To learn more about the orchestra, click here.
CONCERT PROGRAM
Mamie Smith's Jazz Hounds and "Empress of the Blues" Bessie Smith
Small Ensemble
The Smithsonian Jazz Masters Ensemble and guest vocalist Sharon Clark interpret the vocal styling of blues singers Mamie Smith and Bessie Smith who were highly touted in the 1920s for their ground-breaking work on the historic OKeh Records imprint, known for its “race” recordings.
This program is subject to change.
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