Ellington!

Bassist Asher Barraras and drummer Jonah Minkus take a deep dive into the celebrated career of one of the Jazz greats!

Duke Ellington has impacted the world of music as an American composer perhaps more than any other figure in the last century. The depth, range and intimacy of Ellington’s music spans genres, connects continents and swings! This Ellington ensemble will attempt to honor his legacy through his compositions and the emotions that they inspire through dramatic improvisation and conversation amongst friends of the sounds of Jazz.

Please join us for this very special evening of music celebrating a truly great composer!

Hillary Smith: vocals
Kanoa Kaluhiwa: saxophone
Sidney Hollander: trumpet
John Funkhouser: piano
Asher Barreras: bass
Jonah Minkus: drums