HOT SUMMER JAZZ: Marty Morrison & Friends

For one special evening, the Hannibal Arts Council gallery will be transformed into an intimate jazz club setting, offering audiences an up-close musical experience filled with energy, artistry and improvisation.

The performance will feature hometown favorite Marty Morrison (Springfield MO) on drums, joined by an outstanding ensemble of acclaimed musicians including Brant Jester (Ozark MO) on piano, Austin Cebulske (Kansas City MO) on saxophone, and Sebastian Arias (Madison WI) on bass. Together, these accomplished performers will deliver an evening of exceptional jazz ranging from classic standards to contemporary favorites.

A Hannibal native at heart, jazz drummer and educator Marty Morrison currently serves on the Jazz Studies faculty at Missouri State University in Springfield, MO. Inspired by his father, renowned Hannibal jazz pianist Bill Morrison, Marty was immersed in music from an early age. Over the years, he has collaborated with numerous jazz luminaries and regularly performs in both Kansas City and St. Louis. He holds degrees from Southern Illinois University.

Marty Morrison is a jazz drummer, educator, and Hannibal native whose distinguished career has taken him to stages and classrooms across the United States and around the world. Currently serving on the Jazz Studies faculty at Missouri State University in Springfield, MO, Morrison was introduced to music at an early age by his father, renowned Hannibal jazz organist and pianist Bill Morrison, and began playing drums at age five. Over the years, he has collaborated with numerous jazz luminaries and regularly performs in both Kansas City and St. Louis. Morrison earned a Master of Music degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

“This concert brings together some of the finest jazz musicians for an evening of world-class music in an intimate setting," said Michael Gaines, Executive Director of the Hannibal Arts Council. "Whether you're a longtime jazz enthusiast or simply looking for a unique night out, this is a performance you won't want to miss."

Due to limited space, purchasing tickets ahead of time is required. Tickets are $25 for the General Public, $20 for HAC Members and students are free. To purchase tickets and/or RSVP for student admission, go online to https://hannibalartscouncil.eventbrite.com, call the Hannibal Arts Council at 573-221-6545 or stop by 105 S. Main St. (Noon-5pm Mon-Fri).

The performance is being sponsored by the Missouri Arts Council and local individual sponsors.

For more information on this and other Hannibal Arts Council programs, contact HAC at [email protected] or 573-221-6545, stop by 105 South Main Street or go to their website hannibalarts.com.