"Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery" Film Screening and Live Music by UWM Jazz Repertoire Combo
Schedule
Thu Mar 19 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts | Milwaukee, WI
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The Chuck LaPaglia Jazz Film and Live Music Series continues with the screening of "Wes Bound: The Genius of Wes Montgomery," and live music performed by the UWM Jazz Repertoire Combo, under the direction of Dave Bayles. APT Summary: "WES BOUND: THE GENIUS OF WES MONTGOMERY is an hour-long documentary tracing the life and career of legendary jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery. Told intimately through his son Robert's own journey of discovery, the program explores Wes' early years in Indiana, his rise to fame with the Lionel Hampton Big Band, his notable solo career, and his tragic death at age 45. The film features numerous rarely-seen performances, as well as interviews with music historians from across the country and guitar luminaries such as Pat Metheny and Slash."
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Suggested (tax deductible) Contribution to Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts: $10 general public, $5 students
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Where is it happening?
Jazz Gallery Center for the Arts, 926 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212-3050, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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