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The Jazz Arts Group of Columbus (JAG) is pleased to announce the 2011-2012 seasons of the Swingin' with the CJO and Inside Track series. Under the direction of world-renowned band leader and trumpet virtuoso Byron Stripling, the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, continues to break new ground while honoring the rich heritage of America’s classical music – jazz. With season after season of inspiring, uplifting performances, the CJO is making audiences stand up and shout for more!
The Swingin' with the CJO season promises to be one of our best ever including unforgettable performances from accomplished jazz guitarist and former Tonight Show bandleader Kevin Eubanks (October 26-30, 2011); UK vocal sensation Helen Welch in our annual holiday spectacular (November 30-December 4, 2011); BalletMet and WOSU Public Media in a brand new bicentennial collaboration, "Jazz Moves ColumbUS," celebrating life in Columbus through a synthesis of music, movement and imagery (February 2-12, 2012); Emmy Award-winning choreographer, tap dancer and Tony nominee Ted Louis Levy in "A Night at the Cotton Club" (March 14-18, 2012); and the soulful vocals of emerging artist Ty Taylor in "R.E.S.P.E.C.T.: The Legends of Soul" (April 11-15, 2012).
The Inside Track series gives music lovers from all walks of life the chance to stretch their ears and stretch themselves. Our small-ensemble concert "Don't Listen To This!" (September 23-24, 2011), will showcase some of the finest music ever written…that you weren't supposed to hear! You'll be amazed by the stories behind these "banned" songs and learn of their rise into mainstream American culture. In January, the CJO salutes the genius of Ray Charles with "Hit the Road, Jack" (January 27-28, 2012) featuring a group of his alumni including Columbus' own Roger Hines and Sarah Morrow. The Jazz Arts Group will also unveil the WORLD PREMIERE of the commission "Beyond the Blackberry Patch" (March 2-3, 2012) by acclaimed trombonist and composer Wycliffe Gordon written for ten musicians to tell the story of the historic King-Lincoln District. Finally, the CJO will join with the most inspiring choir in Columbus, The Harmony Project, to bring you an evening of uplifting, joyous, highly engaging music (May 18-19, 2012). NEA Jazz Master David Liebman and his quartet will also perform at Vonn's Jazz Lounge on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 as a special non-subscription addition to the Inside Track season.
"There's something inside me that knows this will be our best season ever," shares Stripling. "You won't find this kind of fun on a YouTube video or buried in your CD collection. Nothing can replace the fresh, living, spontaneity of one of our live concerts at the Southern or Lincoln Theatres!"
Season subscriptions are now available through the CAPA ticket office at 39 East State Street or by calling 614-469-0939. Single tickets will become available Monday, August 15 for $49 (main floor), $46 (first balcony) and $41 (second balcony) for Swingin’ with the CJO shows at the Southern, and $32 (main floor) and $37 (loge) for Inside Track shows at the Lincoln. Student and group rates are also available. Separate pricing will apply for "Jazz Moves ColumbUS" at the Capitol Theatre – Riffe Center and David Liebman at Vonn's Jazz Lounge. Call 614-294-5200 or visit http://www.jazzartsgroup.org for more information on individual shows and subscriptions.
The Swingin' with the CJO and Inside Track music series are presented by the Jazz Arts Group with ongoing support from the Greater Columbus Arts Council, The Columbus Foundation, and the Ohio Arts Council. Additional support for the Columbus Jazz Orchestra is provided by Chase Bank, Nationwide Insurance, The Westin Columbus, Limited Brands, Grange Insurance, Sequent, and US Bank.
About the Jazz Arts Group:
The Jazz Arts Group of Columbus (JAG) is America's oldest not-for-profit arts organization dedicated to producing, performing and promoting jazz. JAG is the third largest performing arts organization in Columbus and consists of four focus areas: the Columbus Jazz Orchestra (CJO), one of the world's finest professional jazz orchestras; the Jazz Academy, JAG's extensive instructional programs educating both students and adults about jazz and American music; Inside Track, a new jazz and blues performance series produced at the historic Lincoln Theatre; and Affiliate Musicians, a program providing employment opportunities for professional musicians.
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