Harlem Renaissance Orchestra with special guest Houston Person

“The Harlem Renaissance Orchestra is what we might call a next-level big band… the Harlem-based ensemble plays amazing music.” —WashingtonPost.com

“Person drenches his phrases in blues grease. …a master soul man.” —Jazztimes

This jewel of Harlem revives the music of the Big Band era, with a tribute to jazz tenor saxophonist Illinois Jacquet. Soulful saxophonist Houston Person revels in the true spirit of Harlem jazz.

When:
Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 6:30<
Dance Lesson at 6:30, Live Music at 7:30

Where:
Damrosch Park
62nd Street between Columbus and Amsterdam

Program:
Big Band Jazz
Lesson: Margaret Batiuchok teaching Shim Sham, danceMB.com, Swing Dance Hall of Fame
DJ: Larry Kang

Dance contest to pay tribute to Lindy Hop legend Frankie Manning