Jazz with Jim - Exceptional Big Bands

Jazz with Jim is a deep dive into the beautiful American art form of Jazz. Mixing music, photos, and video clips with an infectious lecture style that conveys his passion for the subject, Jim Cauter takes guests on a musical journey that illuminates aspects of American history, jazz giants, social justice, race relations, and music as a universal language.

Join Jim as he shares select composers, instrumentalists, and vocalists whose music continues to sound fresh – engaging and inspiring to all people fortunate enough to experience it. 

Exceptional Big Bands - October 17, 2024 - 7:00PM-8:30PM

Join Jim as he plays selections from and profiles the artistry and diverse musical contributions of Exceptional Big Bands through the decades!  The music of Count Basie and his Orchestra, Duke Ellington and his Orchestra, The International Sweethearts of Rhythm, Stan Kenton and his Orchestra, Maynard Ferguson and his Orchestra, The Bob Mintzer Big Band, The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra, The Don Ellis Orchestra, and The WDR Big Band - the big band of Westdeutscher Rundfunk (WDR) in Cologne, Germany are among the ensembles being considered.

Bio for James Cauter (Jim):

Professor of Music (1993-2023) - Seattle Central College, Seattle, WA

Professor of Music (2012-2023) - Olympic College, Bremerton, WA

Instrumental Music Director and Music Appreciation Teacher (1979-1993) - California High School, San Ramon, CA

Host or Publisher Bainbridge Island Museum of Art