The
Smithsonian Associates
Present
Jazz Legends
Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra performs the music of Johnny Hodges
Sat., Apr. 5, 7:30 p.m.
Voice of America, Auditorium
330 Independence Ave., SW Wash., DC
(Entrance on C St., SW Metro: Federal Center)
The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra has been hailed for its “vitality and skill” (Jazz Times), “crisp ensemble work” and its “many gifted soloists” (Washington Post).
Mr. Johnny Hodges was best known for his long association with the Duke Ellington orchestra as a much-featured soloist on many of the classic Ellington recordings in the 1940’s such as “Things Ain't What They Used To Be,” “Don't Get Around Much Any More,” and “Passion Flower”. In March 1951 Johnny Hodges left the Ellington Orchestra taking with him Lawrence Brown and Sonny Greer to form his own small group. The success of his small group produced many wonderful recordings and even a hit record titled “Castle Rock.” The SJMO will delve into the late Johnny Hodges’ brief but important artistic period from 1951 up until his rejoined the Ellington Orchestra.
Tickets: $25
For advance
purchases call 202-633-3030 or visit
ResidentAssociates.org
Dave Brubeck, Goodwill Ambassador of Jazz
Celebrating the Brubeck Festival With Deepak Ram
Wed., April 9,
7:30 p.m.
Baird Auditorium at the Museum of Natural History
10th &
Constitution Ave. NW
Jazz master Dave Brubeck talks to radio personality Dick Golden about the historic goodwill tour that the Dave Brubeck Quartet took to Europe (including Communist-controlled Poland), Asia, and the Middle East fifty years ago. The musical and cross-cultural influences that resulted still resonate today.
The evening's
performer is Deepak Ram, an artist who personifies the spirit of the
friendships and musical influences sparked by Brubeck in 1958. A master of the
bansuri (Indian bamboo flute), Ram and his quartet are at the forefront of the
indo-jazz sound, weaving together traditional Indian sounds with contemporary
Western influences. Ram may be the first person to ever master the jazz
standard Giant Steps on bansuri.
The evening is sponsored by the
Brubeck Institute.
Tickets: $25
For advance purchases call
202-633-3030 or visit ResidentAssociates.org
Thurs., April 17, 7 p.m.
Meyer Auditorium, Freer Gallery of
Art
12th & Independence Ave., SW
Known for his wide-ranging style and virtuosic technique, Sonny Rollins is one of the all-time great jazz tenor saxophonists. Now in his eighth decade, Rollins is playing with astonishing power and invention. This evening he talks with veteran radio host and producer Dick Golden about his vibrant career.
Tickets: $30
For advance
purchases call 202-633-3030 or visit
ResidentAssociates.org
WPAS Conversations with Legends is part of a musical
collaboration between The Smithsonian Associates and the Washington Performing
Arts Society (WPAS).
Coming soon to the Smithsonian Jazz Cafe:
- April 4: Ray Vega
- April 11: Sheryl Bailey
- April 18: Chuck Redd
- April 25: Sharon Clark
About Jazz Cafe: The Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a musical dining experience. Choose from our chef's special of the week, imported and domestic beers and wines as you relax in an intimate setting and listen to some of the finest jazz talent today. The Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a program of The Smithsonian Associates, Smithsonian Folkways, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Museum of American History. Since 2001, featuring the finest in national artists, local favorites, and hot Latin jazz!
For advance purchases call 202-633-3030 or visit ResidentAssociates.org