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This hour-long Family Concert will explore the essential jazz concept and genre of “bebop,” with live performances of tunes by Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and more. With music direction by trombonist Vincent Gardner, the JLCO will introduce audiences to a special style of music known for its attention-grabbing melodies, wild improvised solos, and all-around technical dazzlement.
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Date
Saturday, March 20, 2021 3:00PM
Location
Rose Theater
Name
Family Concert: What is Bebop?
Description
Our Family Concerts are always a good time, and this fun afternoon show with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra will entertain and inspire your family—whether you’re already jazz lovers, or perhaps simply wondering, “What is bebop?”
The hour-long program will explore the essential jazz concept and genre of “bebop,” with live performances of tunes by Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and more. With music direction by trombonist Vincent Gardner, the world-renowned JLCO will show audiences a special style of music born right here in New York City. Known for its attention-grabbing melodies, wild improvised solos, and all-around technical dazzlement, bebop is one of the most viscerally thrilling jazz styles.
Designed to entertain and inform audiences of all ages, this Family Concert will be an unbeatable introduction to the pure musical excitement that is bebop performed at the highest level.
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