Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra - Celebrating their 30th Season!

Name: Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra - Celebrating their 30th Season!
Start: 2024-08-27T19:30:00-07:00
End: 2024-08-28T19:30:00-07:00
Location: 2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121

Schedule

Tue Aug 27 2024 at 07:30 pm to Wed Aug 28 2024 at 07:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

2033 6th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States, Washington 98121 | Seattle, WA

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley presents the All-Star Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra, celebrating their 30th season, for two nights. Band members include: Michael Brockman (lead alto sax), Sidney Hauser (alto sax), Travis Ranney (tenor sax), TBA (tenor sax), TBA (bari sax), Brad Allison (lead trumpet), Michael Van Bebber (trumpet), Jay Thomas (trumpet), TBA (trumpet), Dan Marcus (lead trombone), TBA (trombone), TBA (trombone), Audrey Stangland (bass trombone), Milo Petersen (guitar), Phil Sparks (bass), Randy Halberstadt (piano) and D'Vonne Lewis (drums). Doors open at 6pm and show starts at 7:30pm. This show is supported by KNKX.
ARTIST INFO
Celebrating its 30th season, Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra (SRJO) is the Pacific Northwest’s premiere big band jazz orchestra. Co-founded in 1995 by drummer Clarence Acox and saxophonist Michael Brockman, SRJO is dedicated to preserving and advancing the tradition of large ensemble jazz through performances, educational programs, and collaborations with renowned artists. SRJO is known for its high-quality performances and commitment to free and affordable jazz education in the Greater Seattle area.
SRJO is a unique 17-piece ensemble that features many of the finest jazz musicians in the region. Seven current members of the orchestra have been inducted into the Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame, as well as eight former SRJO members. Several have won individual awards for “NW Best Instrumentalist,” “NW Emerging Talent” and “NW Best Recording.”Our members include award-winners, educators, and some of the most sought-after musicians in the area. They have toured with legends, been mentored by icons, and released their own albums. Learn more about The Band. The orchestra's rich repertoire encompasses a wide range of styles and eras in jazz, from ragtime, classic swing, and bebop, to contemporary compositions and arrangements.
Under the leadership of Artistic Director Michael Brockman, SRJO has gained recognition for its artistic excellence and contributions to the jazz community.